Old style brackets are no longer produced, so if you decided to go with them you will need to find someone that still has stock. New style brackets are the way to go. They will adjust up, in, and out giving you a custom shape to match the boat contour. As for which is better, its a Ford / Chevy debate. Both have their pros and cons and what is considered a con to one is a pro to the other. I sell both along with the brackets. Give me a call if I can helpJohnJones Trolling Motor Services870 773 3474Motorguide/MinnKota/PowerPole/Lowrance/Humminbird