Trolling Motor or No Trolling Motor???

[Callyb]

Just curious what everyone here thinks about the subject of trolling motors? This question is obviously geared more toward the smaller boats, but I would like to hear what you have to say about it none the less.

Thanks for your input!

P.S. - I know this may be more appropriate in a different forum, but I figured it would get more traffic here...

[MarshMarlowe196]

IMO, not having a troll motor is like not having a tackle box. I'd rather not fish without one. The type of fishing I enjoy is inshore, so I naturally like a smaller boat and a troll motor really improves my mobility and maneuverability. Fish don't stay in one place, so neither do I.

There's been a few occasions when I had engine problems and I was really happy I had a troll motor to get me back to the hill.

[GoneFission]

Agree with Jesse - I would not have a fishing boat without a trolling motor.  It is essential in shallow water, but is also helpful in deeper water, especially the newer models with GPS features.  I can put the boat over some structure, hit the hold/anchor button, and the trolling motor will hold the boat in place.  Obviously you need a pretty powerful 24 or 36 volt trolling motor for a 22 foot boat, but my MinnKota seems to work fine.  I have a removable mount but almost never take the motor off - also like Jesse said - with a good trolling motor, you have a 2.5 HP kicker on the bow just in case...

[Aswaff400]

I vote trolling motor!! I have the quick release mount and have only removed the motor once.

[Capt Matt]

If you only plan on bait fishing it's not a must
Wanna throw lures, gotta have it
The gps models are awesome
Capt Matt

[wingtime]

I think that would depend on what type of fishing you plan on doing

[RickK]

I'm putting a 24V system on the front of the 170 when I'm done with the rebuild.