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I'm not sure if this is the correct forum to ask this but here goes anyways. I'm looking at getting a new trolling motor. I'm very interested in one that has the i-pilot or something similar. I just want to know if they are worth the price tag. I really love the anchor feature because I fight the wind a lot and constantly have to mess with the foot control on mine and miss out on a lot of fishing. Any thoughts or suggestions are welcome.
Then you definitely need a Minnkota Terrova or Ulterra with the spot lock (anchor) feature.Quote:
Originally Posted by jscheller
Remote control so you aren't locked onto the front of the boat and trolling motor.
I've have both and they are worth their weight in gold.
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I got a Power Drive V2 last year. I know the new onew this year have improved the spot lock. Mine is ok if its calm but in the wind it runs crazy trying to keep in one spot.
I also have the remote steer and was afraid id miss the foot control. NOPE!!! I walleye fish also and can control the troller from anywhere in the boat. LOVE IT. It did get some getting used to but now I will never go back to foot control.
Worth the money, Yes. For best boat control get one that talks to your Humminbird.
Ok so the V2 has spot lock? I assumed only the I-pilot series would have that. Those are quite a bit cheaper from what I've looked at as well.
I've got an Xi5 and wouldn't go back to a regular tm. I almost exclusiveyly use the remote, after a little use it becomes second nature. The anchor is pretty solid. I like recording routes on my HDS, and then following them. Can be a great timesaver.
Check out Universal Mania for a price also.
I have had the older style minn kota with spot lock. It was and is still a good trolling motor but the new one with blue tooth is great. Had a cold front come through Sunday morning. With the winds gusting 20 to 30 mph it kept me right on the brush pile. It is expensive but well worth it to me. read up on it some and you will see the differences.
Motor guide Xi5 has a much better anchor, gps has little error where as my MK wanders all over
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Not the new ones.
Yes finally caught up but cost $500 more thanG
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I have the minn kota riptide with Ipilot. I take my 5 yr old daughter fishing a lot and it is worth it's weight in gold
Even my PD V2 that has auto pilot keeps my hands busy with other things. The I-Pilot is such a step up that I think of it a lot of the time I fish. The anchor feature especially. If I replace what I have now it will be another Riptide with I-Pilot. My current motor has been a real winner for me, flawless performance for over 5 years, and I use it hard.
You just missed a great deal on one in the classifieds. I made my first trip out this past Saturday after putting on my terrova auto pilot .its totally amazing how much easier it was. It Made my trip so much easier even in the wind I could set the continuous on and put it on auto pilot and and adjust the speed and it would keep me sitting in same spot .i pilot would be even greater with the ability to save 6 routes and 6 different spot locks. And the remote . I want ever go back to a cable unless its my only option.
Any of you had problems with trolling motor interfering with sonar?
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I bought he XI5, last year and the only regret is not buying it sooner, I think if you have Lowrance Systems this would be hard to beat. At one time I hated staying out on the water when the wind was blowing and trying to control the foot control motor, I think this is the best piece of equipment I ever purchased, hands down. The Anchor mode is dead on the money.
You need to look at the mk ultrex. Little pricey but worth it.:crazy:
to answer that all I can say is almost everyone, but there's enough info on here to help you find and solve the problem.Quote:
Originally Posted by Ggt
I need to check and see if there is a update. Never really been happy with spot lock. Over corrects then it's just back and forth They need to change the software using the gps to know the direction of travel so the darn thing just drifts back to the spot instead of driving back past it then past it the other way.
Never been in a boat with a motorguide x5 I would recommend you seek out some folks locally and see how they compare before spending the big money on one of these units Just my 2 cents
The newest style with Bluetooth doesn't do that. It stays right on where you hit the spot lock.
Yes, it is worth it.
I bought the xi5 and love it for the spotlock feature. It works really well, and you will wish you had bought sooner.Onething though using the handheld remote can be tedious but you'll get use to it. I love being able to fish in the wind and stand anywhere in the boat and fish.
I have a 24 Volt 80 lb.Terrova with spot- lock and really like it. 2015 model if I recall correctly. The new 2017 model is crazy expensive. More so if you get the Ilink that pairs it to your compatible Humminbird fishfinder.
I have an Ultrex and love it. Best you can buy.Quote:
Originally Posted by crappie flash
So I just went on Minn Kota's website and built a brand new Powerdrive 55 lb 54" motor with I-pilot. The MSRP for that exact one was $1099.00. Is that pretty reasonable for that model? My boat is only a 17' bass tracker so I don't need anything too crazy. My main desire is the anchor/spot lock feature.
amazing the technology in trolling motors over the past few years. Wonder whats next?
My bet would be WiFi, eliminates the need for network cables and such.Quote:
Originally Posted by wharfrat
Look for a used terrova, you will be a lot happier.Quote:
Originally Posted by jscheller
Get a motor guide Xi5, cheaper & GPS more accurate, with more Saved Routes
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I fished with a mk terrova for a couple years. It was a good trolling motor. Recently got a new boat and put the new ultrex on it. Mk hit the nail on the head with it. The anchor feature on it is like nothing you will see. Fishing by my self I will nose into the wind hit anchor and shoot docks off the back of the boat or just walk to where I need too. 5-25mph wind I promise you it will stay put. Best money I have spent.
Check Cabela's catalog for a factory reconditioned Terrova. I bought one in 2015, 80 lb, I-Pilot, built in U-2. Same warranty as new. Came in new factory packaging. Really couldn't tell it wasn't brand new. Has worked perfectly and it gets used hard. As best I remember it was $1,179. I'll never go back to foot control. Spot lock works good but not great in really high wind.
Just ordered a MG Xi5 from Brian at BBG Marine. Waiting on the big brown truck. he had the best prices that I could find.
I 2nd that statement.:cheers2