I bought mine without ever riding in one or even seeing one in person.... EVER. Mine was only a 30 hour round trip. A buddy of mine did the same thing 54 hour round trip for his. Neither of us regret it.
Although its not a fair comparison. A buddy has a 20 ft tin boat that I used to think was badass. (it's still a nice boat) we were on lake of the woods last summer. He was running 8 mph while I was just cruising along at 30. Don't get to pass him very often, gotta take em when I get em. I ran out of space to catch him though
tried getting him into a s.c but he bought a slick craft instead. He still has me on top end but I think I'll get him in the slop yet
John. Where did you get the rain gear??? I have everything else.
once again you have something I don't.