Yeah man it does kinda look like a hot poker sticking out there... haha
Mine is in I guess decent shape for the year. I hope to be able to really spiff it up with some new paint and nice graphics like yours soon. Still waiting for a nice windy day to take her out on. I watched a cool video on youtube I thought I would share... check it out!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vh93JMcHPmMI love that " Giddayup!! " haha that is classic... nice boat too..
Pete