I would like to get this for my friend. He currently uses a "trolling motor" will this gadget also turn the boat in different directions? Thanks much
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No this item only controls the speed set on the trolling motor..It will not steer the trolling motor.Ray
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It will only turn the motor off and on as you step on the switch. You will still steer the motor by hand.
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This will not control direction. The Bigfoot only controls power to and from the trolling motor. He would still have to manually determine direction with the trolling motor itself.
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No, all It does is turn the motor on & off. It is extremely helpful in that you can leave the motor on the speed that you want & simply press the Bigfoot button for a burst of power in the direction that you want, or leave your foot on it for continuous power. Very helpful in trolling. It really completes a hand controlled trolling motor, & worth every penny!
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Nope! All it does is turn it on or off. No turning, no speed adjustment. I use it to turn a light on or off with my foot.
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I used paddles for about a month before getting a trolling motor, and it's plenty doable.Just make sure you get yourself telescoping paddles becuase the sides of the boat are a little high. With shorter paddles you will have to lean over a bit more.Windy days are a little tricky becuase the boat is flat bottom and will get blow around, so be prepared to paddle on back.
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I think the one that comes with this trolling motor is the same one you can buy, so I would think you buy a extra bracket and mount it on another boat and move the trolling motor back and forth.
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I'm sure it's not ment to have a trolling motor used with it. But that being said,there is a spot to put the battery and I'm sure you could attach it to the metal tubing. So I'm saying it's completely possible if your responsible about the reality,it's not ment for it. I'd try it!
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Wont really work. The cable is too short, and the motor is onloy designed t omount on the bow of the boat, and so won't rotate 180-degrees to be mounted on the stern.
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They make a motor mounting kit. For a trolling motor. It's big enough for 5 people 4 is more comfortable though. I use mine to float down the Sacramento river. Which is pretty calm for the most part.
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Alex , I gave this boat to my son in law Neil Wattier, his email is wattier32@hotmail.comPlease ask him ,he has the boat and I think it'll be faster talking directly to Neil.If I can be any other help please ask.Howard
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Yes. I used a 30in trolling motor with a battery box. Zips me and my family around the lake for hours. You just need the mount kit to get going.
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Hello Frank O,A trolling motor for this boat is problematic. Not only is the engine mount somewhat inadequate, but controlling the direction would be a problem as well. A trolling motor would require some form of extended control arm in order to reach to one of the two front seats. Also, battery placement and running the power cables is a factor as well. I have owned the boat a year now along with a top of the line trolling motor and have really not come up with a way to make it work seamlessly. Recommend enjoying the boat and finding another way to get around electrically! All the best....J Hello Frank O,A trolling motor for this boat is problematic. Not only is the engine mount somewhat inadequate, but controlling the direction would be a problem as well. A trolling motor would require some form of extended control arm in order to reach to one of the two front seats. Also, battery placement and running the power cables is a factor as well. I have owned the boat a year now along with a top of the line trolling motor and have really not come up with a way to make it work seamlessly. Recommend enjoying the boat and finding another way to get around electrically! All... » Read More Hello Frank O,A trolling motor for this boat is problematic. Not only is the engine mount somewhat inadequate, but controlling the direction would be a problem as well. A trolling motor would require some form of extended control arm in order to reach to one of the two front seats. Also, battery placement and running the power cables is a factor as well. I have owned the boat a year now along with a top of the line trolling motor and have really not come up with a way to make it work seamlessly. Recommend enjoying the boat and finding another way to get around electrically! All the best....J « Show Less
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Kinda of a double sword. You can use it in Saltwater but it won't last long. Saltwater trolling motors are made of Stainless Steel, the Edge 45 isn't. If you do decide to go with the Edge for Saltwater rinse motor completely after every use. Still, I wouldn't count on it lasting long. Saltwater trolling motors are White. One other note, Saltwater motors and parts are a lot more expensive then Freshwater Motors....hope this helps.
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you'd have to check the specs for the boat itself, mine said 3hp motor was the biggest i could get. I went and bought a 30lbs thrust Minn Kota trolling motor cause the amount of thrust/power was the same and recharging a marine battery is cheaper than buying gas and other needed maintenance. also its lighter in weight.
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If the boat is out of the water. You have to put a finger on both drive shafts. Then it will work. The water will do the same. It's a little weird but it had me confused for a while. Mine works just fine.
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Yes u have to drill 4 holes in the boat for it and it mounts on the bottom of the trolling motor
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Wow...Classic Motor! I use mine for a Minnkota trolling motor on my INTEX SEAHAWK inflatable boat, and it supports it just fine. It's adjustable, so I don't see why it wouldn't support your very cool motor. If you get it, please post your results.
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a trolling motor can be used so long as you buy the trolling motor mount which is also available on Amazon. We have tossed the idea around a bit ourselves, but so far I prefer to pedal as it is so quiet I can easily sneak up on wildlife :)
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Alex , I gave this boat to my son in law Neil Wattier, his email is wattier32@hotmail.com Please ask him ,he has the boat and I think it'll be faster talking directly to Neil. If I can be any other help please ask. Howard
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It is motor capable trolling motor but you have to purchase the motor mount package. Very easy to get ready and take apart. It is very sturdy. I'm not sure more than three adults and two children would be comfortable. My husband and I have used ours a few times and enjoy it we brought it for our family campout where everyone took turns using it. We have only used it on small lakes.