Seen it go both ways and wonder what the pros and cons are to each of them. Planning to create a frame that will hold a cooler in place while at the same time extending the rest of that dead space in front of the console into more casting deck space. gonna look a bit funky but want to go with the best option. From what Ive gotten so far is that the PVC people used it for weight purposes since the wood is heavier. I cant imagine the amount ill need will add a ton of weight, and im not sure how much I should worry about weight. Im a bigger guy but usually solo and my boat tops out at 30 mph so im not setting any speed records with it.

Is PVC sturdy enough for a big guy (220 lb)? or is wood the way to go?