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I may be a little late on this but I faced a similar decision a couple of years ago. IMHO, the center console on the Montauk 150 is just too big and takes up way too much floor space in that boat. I ended up getting a 150 Super Sport, installing the Whaler mount front fishing seat and having a Minn Kota I Pilot trolling motor. Then ( because they look cool) I had a poling platform built for the back. As a fisherman, I move from the console to the front thru the center of the boat which is a lot more stable than going around the center console, All of the extra floor space is great when you have tackle boxes, ice chests, etc. The 150 has been perfect for my purposes. I have really been impressed with the dry ride and is easier to launch and trailer compared to the 170.