I think I'd also go with a boat with a higher bow, as Art suggested in his links. The Arima 16 -- if you decide to go that route -- is SUPER fishy and with a 70HP 4-stroke on the back is perfect for the sound and will sip gas.

But don't get the "explorer", the the "sea chaser" layout--more room to fish.
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