Which half ton pickup should I buy?

Was hoping to get some input on this as I’m considering switching the Miata out for a used truck to daily - obviously in the interest of space, ability to haul dirt bikes and whatnot, non-wheeling road trips, and maybe even towing the Jeep or jet skis if need be.

Not too concerned on efficiency but as a commuter primarily it would help - so I’d like to hear your experiences with maybe Ecoboost/V8 Fords, Hemi/EcoDiesel Rams, or V8/Duramax GM products.

On top of efficiency and capability, your experience in your given truck’s reliability would be greatly appreciated as well - I’d plan to keep a truck for a while.

Any notable midsize trucks would be helpful as well, but I’d prefer a half ton for sure.
I know I'm a little late to this thread but I think HighwayTrout has some solid advice.

That said and I know there isn't a whole lot of love for GM here but when you can afford it, I really like their 1500 with a 5.3L. Relatively affordable for a half ton and I feel like they're real quick/fun to drive for what they are. Certainly, cheaper than a RAM 1500 with a 3.6L and perform better or a least, from what I have seen. I have no experience with F150s and so that we're all on the same page here, you were asking for half tons, right?
 
Do you plan to put a white camper shell with only a skylight to view the stars on it maybe a shag interior with an air mattress and a lava lamp and make trips to park down by the river?
I’m curious what exactly is wrong with this? The shag is green with orange accents woven in for reference. Because, you know, orange is the new offroading trim. Otherwise it would be purple.
 
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