Flatsout1171 Posted August 14, 2023 Report Share Posted August 14, 2023 I got a 2005 Hewes 21 redfisher loong for recommendation on a trolling motor right now I have a Minn kota 80lb 24 volts was think of upgrading. What’s everyone’s thought on the Minn kota I pilot? thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishmanjj Posted August 14, 2023 Report Share Posted August 14, 2023 I have a MK- I-Pilot 112 lb. on my 24 Pathfinder which works perfectly. I especially like the anchor lock feature. I also have a MK 80 lb. Terrova on my Ranger Banshee and it also works well for the use I put it through. My fishing buddy just bought a new Power Pole MOVE 80 lb 24/36 volt for his 17ft Action Craft and it is amazingly quiet and very powerful. It has all the features as MK . The new Power Pole motor is brushless and also Minn Kota just came out with a new brushless motor which I’m sure is comparable. I’m not sure about the costs of the MK but his Power Pole MOVE was $5000 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Seither Posted August 14, 2023 Report Share Posted August 14, 2023 MK either in Terrova or Power Drive spot lock work very well, like FishermanJJ said depends on your wallet , Powerpole, Ronan, MK are all offering brushless 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flatsout1171 Posted August 15, 2023 Author Report Share Posted August 15, 2023 Thanks guys for the responses I’ll look into all of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoneyB Posted August 16, 2023 Report Share Posted August 16, 2023 My personal opinion is MK over Rodan. Never owned motor guide some people love them. If I were spending the money I would want to try the power pole motor! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tender Posted August 16, 2023 Report Share Posted August 16, 2023 12 hours ago, HoneyB said: My personal opinion is MK over Rodan. Never owned motor guide some people love them. If I were spending the money I would want to try the power pole motor! I have had 2 Rhodan's and would not suggest them at all. First one came on a flats boat I bought and while it worked it was noisy and I mean noisy. The other one is on my offshore boat and I swear it has spent more time in the shop than on the boat. Barely been used and the board was replace and now they say the motor is no good due to water intrusion. They are giving me a credit for them swapping out the board but still it has little use. Also the paint is peeling like crazy, they are over rated by many IMO. I really like the Motorguide XI5 for flats boats it is quiet and always seems to work. Only complaint is the remote, it is susceptible to water intrusion. I keep it in a dry box and usually keep a spare around. The part I like about the MG remote vs the MK remote is the MG remote has fewer buttons and they are larger making it easier to operate without looking, it is also lighter which makes for less swinging when your casting and just less weight around your neck all day. Really interested in the new MK brushless trolling motor but they are pricey although not as pricey as the Power Pole. I paid $1700 for the MotorGuide and I would be hard pressed to spend $4K+ on a new motor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fin-addict Posted August 16, 2023 Report Share Posted August 16, 2023 Agree with Tender on the MG. 4K + for a TM, no. I would also take into consideration where a repair shop is located if needed. MG 1 hr. away, MK 5 min. easy choice for me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flatsout1171 Posted August 20, 2023 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2023 After looking it’s a toss up between the Minn kota or motorguide I really can’t see my myself spending 5k for a trolling motor lol. Plus I blew my hpdi so I’m getting the 250 sho which is costing me a pretty penny. I’m just not sure about a remote hanging around my neck all day I guess it’s something I would have to get used to Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Seither Posted August 20, 2023 Report Share Posted August 20, 2023 Bad news on the HDPI but great news on the SHO! Thay make smaller remotes for all I believe, MK I know they make one. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polliwog Posted August 23, 2023 Report Share Posted August 23, 2023 I have a minn kota on my 20ft Hewes light tackle. it's a 70 24volt on the bow.. Works just fine and is simple because it is a manual. I( would probably get GPS model if I was going to use it to hold spots,but I don't need that in LIS Connecticut ,I move with the tide.. 70-80 should work fine with your boat. I will say a remote would be great AT MY EXTENDED AGE.LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flatsout1171 Posted August 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2023 Yeah looking forward to having the new sho.I’m going today to go look at trolling motors I’ll let y’all know what I ended up getting. Thanks everyone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishmanjj Posted August 25, 2023 Report Share Posted August 25, 2023 On 8/20/2023 at 4:44 AM, Flatsout1171 said: After looking it’s a toss up between the Minn kota or motorguide I really can’t see my myself spending 5k for a trolling motor lol. Plus I blew my hpdi so I’m getting the 250 sho which is costing me a pretty penny. I’m just not sure about a remote hanging around my neck all day I guess it’s something I would have to get used to I use the anchor lock more than anything on mine, so I hang the remote off the windshield frame and just reach over to make adjustments because I also don’t like the remote hanging around my neck all day. I’ve had both MK and MG…I would go with MK if it were my decision based on history with both. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mangroovin Posted September 4, 2023 Report Share Posted September 4, 2023 Flatsout I have the MK 80 ipilot on my 03 21 RF. Thing works great. It comes with the larger remote guys usually hang around their necks. You can also get a smaller remote that I just clip on a belt loop and drop it in my pocket. The spot lock feature is great. I haven't had any issues with the tm. You're gonna love the 250 SHO on your RF. Trust me.....lol.😁 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanaflatsfish Posted September 5, 2023 Report Share Posted September 5, 2023 Don't fret about the remote size.....I DO NOT USE ONE ON MY NECK....ON MY BOAT... My buddy has one and he likes the neck thing....and when I'm running his boat....I wear it...but, don't like it I bought a higher end spring loaded retractor and mine sits low on my hip in my outer fishing pocket when not in use and it comes up to waist height for running the stiff....always wear the same pants.... DC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fsu11 Posted September 7, 2023 Report Share Posted September 7, 2023 I've got a Motorguide 80lb on my 18 redfisher, I personally would not buy a MinnKota after how many times i see my friends fixing/replacing/repairing their minn kotas it seems someone i know is always having to fix theirs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renegade360 Posted January 9 Report Share Posted January 9 @Flatsout1171 Did you ever pick up a trolling motor? What Size? I've also just picked up 21 redfisher. Has a 70lb maxxum, but wanting to upgrade to a motor with anchor lock. Also not Sure If I need 36v or can get by with 24v since redfisher is less effected by wind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flatsout1171 Posted January 10 Author Report Share Posted January 10 Yes I ended up putting on a Minn kota hand controlled trolling motor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mangroovin Posted February 6 Report Share Posted February 6 I have the Terrova 80 on my 21 RF and like it very much. Spot lock is a great thing. Plenty of juice to move the 21 around imho.😎 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renegade360 Posted February 21 Report Share Posted February 21 On 2/5/2024 at 8:24 PM, Mangroovin said: I have the Terrova 80 on my 21 RF and like it very much. Spot lock is a great thing. Plenty of juice to move the 21 around imho.😎 I ended up going with same motor and I'm very happy with the performance as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flatsout1171 Posted March 6 Author Report Share Posted March 6 I ended up going with a terrova 80lb also. I guess I I’m old school and like the handle lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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