Quote Originally Posted by Crappie Reaper View Post
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ue6ZTuWCcmM

As DonG put in another post, the Minn Kota would venture 18' before the tm responded. I don't care how much power the TM uses if it can keep me where I want to be. Link the xi5 coupled with Lowrance HDS electronics. I've no problem with purchasing an extra battery for the TM if needed. I already have one battery dedicated to TM only.


The answer you seek is a NO BRAINER!
Battery life, for me, will always be an issue. It's not uncommon for me to fish 3 or 4 days straight in tournament conditions, sometimes only getting 5 or 6 hours to charge between days. I have a spare, as well, but I have yet to have to use it with the MK.

Does MG also have a cruise control and directional GPS, and if so does it maintain speed and direction on par, or better than MG?