I don't have a war eagle but had a 16' sea nymph for about 5 yrs. All stick boats are not created equal. That said I still miss mine and sold it in '09. mine was so light that it blew around a lot and had an underpowered 40lb PD troller and had a 25hp Johnny. Biggest outboard you can stand, same with the I-pilot terrova and electronics. I bass fished out of mine also. There are trade offs but I believe you will be happy with it. Shop a lot and don't be impatient.