I was in the market for a new Minn Kota recently, mainly for trolling. After a bunch of research and advice from those who are much more knowledable on the subject than me, I decided to use my main motor to troll with a large drift sock. Keeps the boat straight in the wind, and is a helluva lot cheaper!
Why did I pull the plug on the electric?
Battery weight.
Short run time, even on a 24V system.
Not enough oomph to take it onto big water for a day of fishing.
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