RE: jon boat advice??
Go with a 16 footer either way. We use a 16 semi-v Grumman and a 14 Jon. I'm in the market for a 16 Jon to replace the 14. We used to have one and we're finding the 14 Jon actually draws more water than the 16 due to reduced hull displacement. We have a 25hp on the semi-v and a 15hp on the Jon, both run 20mph+ with two guys, a dog, and lots of decoys. You'll spend $2000 or more for either combo, used (5-10yrs. old), with a trailer. Good luck.