Side vs Rear Scuppers

[JBASS02]

Thanks for the info. I'll proceed with the side scupps.

[Capt Chuck]

I have NO experience with side scuppers, but, I wonder why majority of open fisherman type boats don't have them? What are you trying to accomplish by self bailing out the side vs the transom? I would be concerned that if you did not have deck gutters that drained to the suppers that you would run the risk of water ponding against the fantail. I would reconsider your layout.
Just my 2 cents.