Cold North, I think you scared us when we thought you were ready to pounce on the boat with the hour meter issues, etc. Perhaps we got a little aggressive and scared you right back!!! I just went back and read your first post and you did mention you are just beginning to think about an open bow Epic. BTW, I have the E21, LOVE it, have heard from the authorities that it is superb for slaloming but understand that it is a lot smaller than the others. I happen to be in a unique situation where it is ok to drive back and forth waving at the folks we leave on land. Because of that, I enjoy the sports car feel of it compared to the utility of the others. Anyway, IF YOU ARE READY NOW, Pete's boat, at his price, is a Deal or should I say Steal. However, don't rush into anything. Relax, enjoy this place and learn as much as you can.