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Message: <blockquote data-quote="DaleH" data-source="post: 375935" data-attributes="member: 15636">FWIW I have a 14' deep-V ProCraft tin boat w/ deep gunnels, but wearing a Nissan 18hp short-shaft motor, so in the middle of the transom it has a 'U' cut-out. I've only taken a wave through the stern once while fishing in a rip and a boat's wake hit me at the same time. Luckily we just shipped a little water, where it was just 2 adults fishing. A momentary lapse in attention ... but that is ALL IT TAKES sometimes.That said, I'll routinely take 2 adults and 2 kids out on it, all in saltwater use, and we'll use it for quick fishing trips or 1/2-day trips to the local sandbars (9'+ tides where I am) or beaches, vs. powering up the big boat. We love it! But also always take care not to overload the boat w/ too much gear.Small boats are very sensitive to trim and sometimes the Capt needs to put people or test where they might not want to be ideally placed, but it is the Capt's responsibility to make sure everyone goes home at the end of the day.Knowing your waters, and the limitations of you AND the boat, plus keeping the focus on fun - whilst being safe - makes it a good day for all!</blockquote>