Help choosing a trolling motor?

[mcateercustom]

Hey guys I need help deciding on a trolling motor. I have a bought a $500 dollar budget but the more I save the more ill have left to spend on something else. I found a minnkota edge 50-42 nib never opened and they want $400 for it. But I can get a nice minnkota on Walmart.com 50lb for 468.00 best part about that is it has a 2 year warrenty. Will the one never opened be covered by warrenty card maybe in box? Or is there a better deal that you guys know of, maybe diffent brand/store? Or one of you have a nice deal? Thanks for the help. I always appreciate it big time!

 

[theyyounggun]

Check ebay...

 

[Captain Ahab]

For that price range go with a used TM. I picked up a Motorguide 52lb for $150.00


There are lots of 12V TM out there if you look around and have some patience

 

[trueblue1970]

I just bought a new Minn Kota C2 Endura 55lb thrust from Gander for $250. There was a special $50 rebate with it and I received it in about a month....So $200 total cost.

After months of debating which to buy, scouring CL and online stores as well, and researching I decided to go with the more powerful motor. After being out on the lake I am glad I did. So even if you budget requires to save a little more, do it. Most of the less powerful ones you see on CL are guys upgrading anyway. Good luck

 

[mcateercustom]

And here I am thinking $400 was a deal on a new in box 50lb lol #-o Man I'm glad I asked! I'll keep my eyes open for a good deal like you guys mentioned. Thanks

 

[mcateercustom]

Was either one of tm's a foot controlled one? They seem to be more expensive?

 

[trueblue1970]

The Endura I purchased is hand controlled. It comes with the built in handle that extends which is nice. Very happy with it....

 

[bluegillfisher]

I have the endura with the handle that extends. It has been a great motor, but it is a transom mount. I want to upgrade to front mount with
foot control. I want one that has a very small foot print on the front deck. I may go wireless. Then the endura will power jon boat on electric lakes and be able to be switched over to canoe when needed.

 

[mcateercustom]

Hey thanks guys! I'm defiantly looking for a foot controlled one and I like minnkotas they are pretty sweet. The lady said she would take 350 for it so I think I'm gonna scoop it up while I have the chance. I haven't seen any 50lb foot controlled go for under 450. Thanks