Trolling motors
Nov 5, 2021 12:05:26 #
Drew Barrick
Loc: Illinois
Are there other trolling motors as good as Minolta that are less expensive? Just asking? Thanks Drew Barrick
Nov 5, 2021 12:25:46 #
Drew Barrick wrote:
Are there other trolling motors as good as Minolta that are less expensive? Just asking? Thanks Drew Barrick
Motorguide makes good ones too, but probably not any cheaper. There's Chinese brands out there, but I don't know anything about them.
Nov 5, 2021 13:29:09 #
There is also Minn Kota but not sure if prices are any different from the others
Nov 5, 2021 13:45:44 #
Depending on whether you are using on a boat or kayak, there are a few other choices to consider. I've heard of a brand named Island Hoppers too. If you Google some key search words others may show up because electric motorized propulsion is getting more popular...especially for kayaks. Best regards on your search...and "yes"...it seems like the good deals out there are a thing of the past these days...unless you find items that are "used".
Nov 5, 2021 13:46:32 #
Drew Barrick wrote:
Are there other trolling motors as good as Minolta that are less expensive? Just asking? Thanks Drew Barrick
What type and size motor are you looking for?
Nov 5, 2021 14:27:47 #
Nov 5, 2021 14:27:51 #
D Tong wrote:
There is also Minn Kota but not sure if prices are any different from the others
I think that's what he meant to say D. Minolta makes cameras, not trolling motors.
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Nov 6, 2021 08:19:41 #
I have a 55lb Minn Kota on the bow of my 14ft aluminum v hull and it moves us great. Not sure of any cheaper brands but I see them all the time on Craigs list and Facebook marketplace. For really good deals. Usually barely or totally unused.
Nov 6, 2021 11:21:08 #
bapabear
Loc: Blaine, Washington
I have purchased over a dozen trolling motors over the years. I have never purchased a new one. And I never had one fail. All were purchased under $100 including two riptides. I have no idea how many boats I have owned. The only new one, was an 11 foot Bass Tracker John Boat, won at a sports show raffle. Sense you are asking this question, I suggest you take along a friend who knows what to look for in a used electric motor. I have passed on far more than I have purchased. All the motors I have purchased were pedal o tiller operated. If you want remote, gps spot lock and all that new stuff, just expect to take out a loan regardless of brand.
Nov 6, 2021 12:59:19 #
Drew Barrick
Loc: Illinois
Bapabear: thank you for used troller advice. Makes lot of sense at current new prices. Much appreciated! Drewbarrick
Nov 6, 2021 13:12:03 #
bapabear
Loc: Blaine, Washington
Drew Barrick wrote:
Bapabear: thank you for used troller advice. Makes lot of sense at current new prices. Much appreciated! Drewbarrick
Good luck with your search. I use Craig's list when searching. You can also look at "market place on Face Book. I would put a wanted ad in the boat parts section of Craig's.
Nov 6, 2021 13:30:24 #
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