mmmm, that's hard. I'm leaning toward the Golden, but I better find out more about this small King. I want an all around boat that won't be overwhelmed by big water (and conditions) that is still fun for up a Cypress Bayou type environment. And of course something that can be playful in the waves.

I'm probably gonna have to build three boats (One for me, One for wife, another for me).

David

: The two models share a great deal in design, but the Golden is shorter, has
: more rocker, and is fuller in the ends. Compared to my King, my limited
: experience in the Golden is that it is much quicker to turn, looser
: tracking, catches waves easier, and somewhat slower in a flat water
: sprint. All of these are consistent with the differences in hull shape.
: Having a low back deck makes it less suitable for camping, but great for
: rolling. The King is a great boat. I'm confident that the Golden will also
: be great, but more of a play boat.