I see you are in Florida. If you have a dog or plan on anchoring out a lot then a dingy is necessary. If you are anchoring overnight and traveling without a dog then a dingy is not as necessary. Buddy boating with a boat that has a dingy is the best of both worlds! :lol: On the east coast a hard bottom is not as necessary as the PNW. IMO, with a new boat use it for a season before deciding on updates, needs and desires. If you get a dingy go with Hypolon over PVC. PVC is lighter and cheaper, but won't hold up to the UV and heat. Do not go bigger than 8'-6" so it won't stick out past the boat and be heavier. I never had davits. I was able to easily lash it to the swim platform using the swim platform cleats and the stern rail with ratchet straps. When not in use I deflated it and stored it under the solar panel. As far as motor goes; Electric is expensive, but no gas and light. If you want to go gas get a small Honda. I had the Torqueedo. A great motor, but the battery will last about 7 years and then big bucks for a new one. If you need service there are few repair places so shipping to Torqeedo is necessary. there are several motor mount brackets available. I had one that clamped onto the stern rail on the port side over the swim step, not in the cockpit. Some people store the Torqeedo in the cave.
