I got to see the Lowe 1040 in person when we went to buy our Lowe 1240...Cool little boat with a 56" beam and 40" bottom
My 1240 is with 40"bottom is very sturdy in the water..My wife and I can stand up n o problems. If your gonna get a 10 footer...go with the 1040 youl love it! Cabela's may...