Normally I wouldn't say anything, but I'd feel bad if something happened. Be really careful adding weight to the boat, especially fishing the big lakes. I know light boats tend to bob around, but if you overload it you might be making an unintentional submarine. My boat is a 20ft glass boat and it is only rated for 600lb passenger and gear weight. Pay attention to the plate on your boat and be careful [Grouchy old man mode off]