Electric Trolling Motor (What to Buy)

[Jayone]

Hi I'm just new to this forum and I'm new to electric motors. I,m trying to purchase a little electric trolling motor. The guy has a "Motorguide" 36 pound thrust motor. Its two years old. I dont know anything about these motors so whats a good moter to start with.<br />I'm using this on a small 11 foot home built boat. Is this enough power. Is the "Motorguide" a good motor. <br /><br />Thnaks for any help.

 

[Luna Sea]

Re: Electric Trolling Motor (What to Buy)

That should be enough for an 11 foot boat. You can always carry a second battery as a spare too.<br />And yes, MotorGuide is a good brand. Although I went for the Minn Kota myself.

 

[Tacklewasher]

Re: Electric Trolling Motor (What to Buy)

The only thing to not buy in an electric is the 5 speed one's. You want a true variable speed on it so you can get the right trolling speed. I had a 30lb Minn Kota and move to a 46lb Motorguide for the variable speed. It goes both faster and slower then the 30lb did.<br /><br />Aside from the throttle, the 30 lb did just fine at moving my 12 foot. 36 should be fine.