I have been struggling on what to do/buy for WAY too long now. I am upgrading to a Spot Lock capable trolling motor. I plan on getting a 24v Terrova. But that opens the door to built in transducers and the ability to connect to a fish finder. Then it gets worse (i.e., $$$) with Mega Live 2, etc.

I do not get as much time on the water as I would like and I like in a horrible state for fishing. I would like to be able to find structure, stay on it, and hopefully catch fish. What should I get? Budget? Not sure, yet. Depends on what I “need.” Does the TM need to have a built in transducer? If a ML2 transducer is attached, how annoying is it to have it move off target every time the trolling motor moves if attached to the TM shaft?

Thank you!!!!!!