Another plug for a riveted boat. People criticize them, but then get in riveted jets and fly all over the country and world. I like Lunds because I know from experience that they take a lot of abuse. I have a Lund 16' SSV which has a slight VEE hull all the way to the transom and rides chop much better than the traditional flat bottom models. Hull weight was 390 lb; the 14' weighs less. Other small boats recommended in this thread cost more than $15,000. My Lund cost $2,800. My outboard motor cost more than twice as much as the boat and trailer it sits on.

I look around at all the boats I might lust after and then remind myself that I have no idea what it is to make monthly boat payments.

Sg