I have owned both and now row an alumaweld. Both have their pros and cons. I wouldn't take my old glass boat down some of the [Bleeeeep!] the aluminum can handle. There is only really a couple rivers that it applies to though. Calawah, Duc, upper upper sky. Its really not a chevy/ford debate rather what and where you plan to fish. What fits your personal fishing style? I like the metal but yes its colder and louder.....Buy a heater and tell the guys up front to not bang around! I do think aluminum tracks better when pullin' plugs. Plus when your droppin' into some real hairy [Bleeeeep!], its nice to know your boat is metal! On the other hand glass slides over bars a lot easier. Just my two cent.