I fish out of a 17.5' boat and run all over out there. I never leave the house when they are calling for more than 1-3. 2 to 4 and I don't go. I could fish in it, but I know I will need a mouth piece while driving around, so I don't loose any teeth and it takes too long to go 10 miles. I like to be able to hop around if necessary. Just monitor the weather iwindsurf.com and http://www.nws.noaa.gov/om/marine/zo...akes/clemz.htm. I have not been fishing in a month due to buying a new house and moving so I have nothing to offer as far as where to go, but have fun.