hello folks:
I just have a small 1436 jon boat, and looking for a trolling motor for the bow. I know nothing about these, so looking for recommendations. I've seen the edge, V2, and a few other models. The idea of a continuous variable speed sounds appealing over switched settings. Minn Kota claims greater battery life on such models, is there any truth to this claim?
Also, what shaft length should I be looking for? 45", 50"? I know it's easy enough to determine when the boat is in the water, but I don't have a main outboard yet, so it's not practical to put the boat in the water at this point.
What about foot controls versus remote control? Are extra long cables available if I want to use the trolling motor from the rear of the boat?
What about thrust, particularly if I was to get the boat stuck in shallows? What do I need? I believe they start at 45 and go up from there, but don't want to waste money unnecessarily either.
Seems like we need a trolling motor selection guide!
Troy
I just have a small 1436 jon boat, and looking for a trolling motor for the bow. I know nothing about these, so looking for recommendations. I've seen the edge, V2, and a few other models. The idea of a continuous variable speed sounds appealing over switched settings. Minn Kota claims greater battery life on such models, is there any truth to this claim?
Also, what shaft length should I be looking for? 45", 50"? I know it's easy enough to determine when the boat is in the water, but I don't have a main outboard yet, so it's not practical to put the boat in the water at this point.
What about foot controls versus remote control? Are extra long cables available if I want to use the trolling motor from the rear of the boat?
What about thrust, particularly if I was to get the boat stuck in shallows? What do I need? I believe they start at 45 and go up from there, but don't want to waste money unnecessarily either.
Seems like we need a trolling motor selection guide!
Troy