I agree with Lake, drive and ride in as many boats as you can. I have been in just about every boat made and hands down Rangers are the best in rough water. I fish with a buddy out of his 20 foot Champion more frequently then any other boat and I do not care for its rough water comfort at all. The 520 Rangers I have fished out as well as the Z19 and Z20 all have much better rough water comfort in my opinion. It could have been the drivers, but if I ever have the opportunity I will buy a Ranger. Do not overlook Bass Cat and Stratos either, those boats are #2 and #3 on my list, again it is just personal preference but a prefernce that comes from time in these boats.