I'm looking into getting a complete gatortail rig. Obviously I'm gonna go with a 35gtr. But for the boat I'm torn between a 1754 or 1854 extreme series. I want the extended front deck and and bow rails. Also want it to be in natural gear.

I usually hunt 3-4 people and want to be able to fish hence the front deck extension.


Will this boat perform well and haul a load with people, dog, decoys?
What top speed should I see empty and loaded.?

Thanks.

if youre gonna hunt and carry 3-4 people and gear go with the 1854 and start saving for mods.

^Yep. Extended deck eats up a spot if your hunting 4. You can get most of it back going with the 18'.