Trolling under the influence...
First of all, I'm talking about my trolling motor...(Catchy title though, eh?) I've got a 17ft Legend with a 115 merc on it with a bow mount MKota trolling motor, with a foot control. Have run it for 3 years. Although a little underpowered, I think it's a 55 lb/thrust), the motor is great.
However, in anything other than dead calm, I always have issues keeping the boat on course. Always seems to kick the stern out. It's better with the outboard down, but 60% of the time I get sick of fighting with it, and fire up the Merc and use it. I get a fast retrieve at best.
Any suggestions? And, no, I dont want to drag buckets.
Also, I'm wondering what's the best way to accurately measure your trolling speed...
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