I understand what you are referring too. This boat is about 22 ft and a standard fiberglass with a canopy. Yes I have been with some small guide boats without fishing rod holders. I like to take a boat alone and these two young guys I mentioned above are good at what they do. I landed my largest barracuda with these young men. I know many are better suited to the larger guide companies but I found many simply take tourist to snapper holes and load their fish box with snapper the captain can sell. I always either go alone or with one friend. I like these two guys as they are very varied and will take one where they think different fish dwell. I agree. If you want all that there is to offer you must pay full price.