I've owned a Stryker sport jet for 5 yrs & looking at the hull specs they look very similar to the Talon. The Stryker rides very nice on the sound & I assume the Talon should too. The hull thickness specs on the Talon look much heavier than the Lund which should also give a more solid ride. Having a windshield & top out on the sound is very nice with either boat not only for rain but more so for windy days when the wind blows the spray from the boat back over the top of you. On my 3rd alumaweld & have been very happy with them & also with excellent service @ 3Rivers marine. My money's on Alumaweld. Good luck in your search.