I run a 20 ft champion, bass and walleye fish out of it. I am never worried about how it handles in rough weather but, as Dutch says, I won't take it out on Stockton either on real windy days. I had a 17 ft G3 before this boat and really watched the wind close as it would not handle as well in the wind. I have a retired friend that I fish with on Stockton that has a Lund and it fishes well also. So, my vote is for what your money situation can provide in preference, comfort and useability.