sorry to hear it. i'm sure you know ur welcome around hear anyways. heck, stinky sold his v20, and we still put up with him! a small skiff can be a lot of fun. i love mine. this time of year the reds and specks move up into the bayous and a skiff is the only way to go. maybe a v-18 and an electric winch. great bass boat and you can still get salty on a good day.