I'm not sure if I've learned anything from your post .... what is it you are trying to say?

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And don't forget possibly ruin its reputation for a great ride. I would be suprised to see that happen. No offense.

Mike

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So which is more stable???

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And the water conditions, and the load in the boat, and the power package, and the props, and the water (salt/fresh), and...

Damn, too many variables - best to stick with the marketing dept pictures, I think.

LPA, tell me about how my hull is doing;)

Gary,
I'll tell you the same thing I told LS Jr. in another thread;

I think that gentlemen is fishing with a long pole and serious lack of bait. If he has any legitimacy he his a serious Fountain chill, no problem with that I preach for my brand also and if he's legit more power to him they are good boats.
But until he sticks his neck out instead of talking to himself I would not take him to seriously. Let him show his colors as to where he is, what he runs and anyone here that knows him or of him then maybe he will be worth talking with.
It's hard to play tennis by yourself.