I got a 16 ft. alluminum. I enjoy it, will go for a glass one on the next purchase.

go to www.duckhunter.net hit the refuge fourms, go to the Washington State page, there is a good friend there by the screen name of Gregor and he has a beautiful woodie that he has built. He should be able to give you some great insight on what to expect and what routes you may wanna take.