Tom is right on the Ranger having a better ride than the Alumacraft. I own both and there is no comparison. Having said that, I usually take the alumacraft when I go fishing. I like the tiller much better than a wheel boat. I have been using Alumacraft boats since 1968 and Bill, you are right, that little 165 will give him years of great service. It is a great hull and excellent interior layout. They fish as well as any boat on the market as far as I am concerned.
