If you are crossing a lot of dead fall a metal crosser will work better for you. If your main usage is pure bog or peanut butter mud Adairs have the edge. I assume you are in the USA, look to the Canadian track guys if price is the driving factor, you get around 30% off with the dollar and they sometimes have a sale in late winter. Another option is to buy a little more modern AATV that does not carry the huge price tag of new. Happy Hunting!!!