[tevake]

OH, well the intended use and area make up a lot of what goes into choosing the best boat for you to select.

In the PNW. I had been thinking of the Puget Sound and surrounding waters. With the likely hood of the inside passage to SE Alaska calling to you. It sure does to me.

But if inland fresh water short distance cruising is the goal, then a single engine with thruster could serve very well. A radio, or your tender lashed along side could manage most contingencies.

Sorry for going off on my own course, us old captains can tend to do that.

Enjoy your hunt and keep,us in the loop, it's fun to boat shop even vicariously.

Cheers Richard