been looking at lots of plans lately and having a hard time deciding. my wife and i live on an island in well protected waters of puget sound. we want a 9' boat that can safely zip us around the shorelines of our island. the goal is 9' as we can fit it in my toyota, and my shed. im thinking maybee a new 2.5 hp suzuki, no sailing. we just want to throw a small light boat, lightweight motor and a couple life jackets in the truck, drive 3mi to the beach and GO! summer water conditions here are much like a big lake, but im a little concerned about lack of freeboard and such in such a small boat. also will a 9'er with 2 aboard make 6-8 mph? just like to here thoughts on this design for my purpose. thanx
