I love my Sea Eagle Paddleski 437ps! I purchased it to enable me to go out and fish when I'm traveling in my Class C RV. it's perfect. I've used it in lakes, rivers, and Inshore Saltwater applications with a 5hp motor and I can honestly say it's a very capable platform. Its stable enough that I was able to stand on my Engle 25 while using a remote to operate my riptide terrova and sight fish on the flats in Florida. I've used it on windy days in rough seas. It's very safe. Once, a rogue wave came over the side and filled it to the top with water, it never felt unsafe, moments later, the water had drained out and the Paddleski kept right on with the task of brining me back to the marina safely. If I had to find a downside, it would have to be the fact that under rough water conditions... you are going to be wet, just plan on it. That being said, you can bet your life on it's ability to get you back home. Getting wet to me is a reasonable trade off for all this wonderful inflatable craft has going for it.