Answers (kind of) to your questions

1. You might want to check with the DMV but I do believe I have heard of people getting stopped and asking about registration. I think it is a little dumb (considering our pontoons don't come with VINs) but what can we do.

2. This really depends on you. Livewells are great if you use them right (remembering to turn the pump on regularly x( ) but do add a considerable amount of weight to your boat. Good thing is it does not drag like a floating one which will make you work much harder when both kicking and oaring. I personally like the livewell but you'll see a number of guys in the club with both setups.

3. I assume you mean scale, right? Most of the digital ones out there are pretty good now. I can't remember the one I have but it does save the weights of 7-10 fish which makes it nice for culling purposes.

4. Looks like this question has been answered!

Can't vouch for the equipment you have but just make sure you use it and have some fun!

Look forward to fishing with you here in 2005!

Todd