I’d say one of the first decisions would be welded or riveted? Then what brands are available through local dealers (local being how far are you willing to travel)? 14 - 16’? A 16’ boat has many advantages over a 14’ with few disadvantages. Do you have any limitations as far as powering the boat? If your not limited $ wise, or operating on power restricted bodies of water, then buy a quality welded 16’ foot boat and power it up to whatever the coastguard sticker says it will handle—just some ideas to help you narrow your options. Once you narrow your options you’ll find lots of good advise as to particular boats. I’ve hand really good luck with Lowe riveted boats—no leaks after 20 years of hard service, heard good things about their welded boats also.
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