I'm in the market for a new trolling motor. I've been trying to get use to a 2006 MK power drive with foot pedal. It came on a new to me boat (1756 Alumacraft). I'm about ready to throw it overboard :D.

My old boat has the hand held MK..while it is a hassle to keep making hand adjustments...I find those adjustments to be much more precise..especially in tight spots. Mostly, I longline or tight line for Crappie and fish the skinny salt water for Reds and Trout.

I'm really thinking of a MK Riptide hand control that can be used in both fresh & salt water.

Is it just me ..or do alot of you guys also prefer hand control for Crappie and salt water inshore?