Had a 175TXW for ~3 years that I thought it was the top dog until I fished out of my buddies tin Ranger and then I quickly realized it was time for a change. Besides I outgrew the boat pretty quick. Sold it in 4 days after posting. However, I would never consider one again after being in Ranger and now Vexus. If anything, I would go back to a tin Ranger but in a 198 or a X19 / X21 first. If it hurts peoples feelings, I apologize upfront but anyone that has been in both knows the build quality and fit/finish doesn't compare to any of the boats I referenced. All wood free. Just a fact.