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Message: <blockquote data-quote="el_cheapo" data-source="post: 500153" data-attributes="member: 20910">The Starcraft Fishmaster 160 (16ft) was rated for 1500 pounds and 6 people.  I extended the front casting deck all the way to the console but one can still sit facing backwards on the casting deck where the front chair is pictured.  Realistically I fit 4 adults comfortably for a cruise, 6 if a couple are kids isn't a problem.  Weight/swamping isn't a concern even in big rollers with a full load in this deep V.I'm on my 4th boat and no matter what you do it's a compromise.  Draft, stability, weight, durablity, capacity, fuel requirements, tow vehicle requirements, expense, fishability (what kind?), speed, ability to handle big waves safely, it's endless.24 ft pontoon was a bear to tow, and a challenge for electric trolling motors to bass fish effectively, you could fit your extended family on it but definitely my least favorite vessel.Ski boat was okay, fiberglass is heavy and has it's own problems.Narrow, low sided tin boat didn't quite have the storage I was after, nor the stability.But a deep v, wide, 16ft aluminum boat has been great for me.</blockquote>