IMHO -
The 23' Sceptre /Tsunami is a great boat for many different applications. I chose one as I wanted the pedigree of a 23' Potter WITH storage. My Tsunami was originally a fishing, surfing, beach machine. It has allowed me to stow all my gear in the cabin ( less the longboard which lays along the cockpit gunnel ).
As life/priorities changes, it has allowed for different things; kids beach gear, a weber BBQ, foldable table, umbrellas - family 'chit. When bass season is here ( Spring and Fall ) all that is removed.
So, I guess what I'm saying is that it the best of all worlds. And, it rides GREAT ! I'm sure a streamlined ( lighter in the bow ) 23' CC will ride better, but, man - maybe 'just' noticeably so ( no offense here ). As for fishing - I've fished my boat pretty hard coast ally and have NEVER been envious of any boat. For the $ I have into it after a resto, 10 years later - I'm still completely happy.
Two things I find mandatory - a dependable windlass and a good ladder that gets you through the windshield when you need to…
Hope this helps...
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