I Am Curious About Outboards! 2024
Stephanie Ellis reply :
Hello!
I am curious about what people think of electric outboard motors on this forum! Do you like them? Are they the next trend for us (fisherman)? What if there was a way that we could navigate our boats with our smartphones? I personally think it is a pretty neat idea because then we could just plot our course and do our prepping while our boat drives us to our favorite fishing spot! If you could please share your thoughts with me, I'd appreciate it!! Thanks and have a wonderful day!!
Steph 
tomustang reply :
My Ipilot can do that, has its own remote.
slonezp reply :
On 10/10/2013 at 7:52 AM, tomustang said:My Ipilot can do that, has its own remote.
Your ipilot can't send a text message to the fish.
Raider Nation Fisher reply :
On 10/10/2013 at 7:31 AM, Stephanie Ellis said:Hello!
I am curious about what people think of electric outboard motors on this forum! Do you like them? Are they the next trend for us (fisherman)? What if there was a way that we could navigate our boats with our smartphones? I personally think it is a pretty neat idea because then we could just plot our course and do our prepping while our boat drives us to our favorite fishing spot! If you could please share your thoughts with me, I'd appreciate it!! Thanks and have a wonderful day!!
Steph
What's your angle?
What are you trying to accomplish with the requested information?
Raider Nation Fisher reply :
On 10/10/2013 at 7:57 AM, slonezp said:Your ipilot can't send a text message to the fish.
My Android fish messenger can though. 
tomustang reply :
On 10/10/2013 at 7:57 AM, slonezp said:Your ipilot can't send a text message to the fish.
Your right, but I can text rabbits
Gatorbassman reply :
I've been guiding out of all electric boats for the past 5 years. We have Ray Electric outboard on the back and iPilots on the front linked up to our Humminbird 1198. I plot a coarse and it goes where I want it to. The anchor feature is great. The batteries are a huge problem. They take up too much room and are unreliable. With 7 boats and 8 batteries per boat we are always having problems with them. Fix the batteries and fix the problems with any electric boat.
Long Mike reply :
I suppose they are fine for "electric only" lakes, but I would never consider replacing my gasoline outboard with an electric one. Besides the battery issue mentioned by Gene, Humminbird and Lowrance have already solved the self-guidance issue. In addition, I could care less about using my cell phone to steer my boat. It's just one more thing to get dropped in the water. At least the remote for my iPilot is water-proof and floats.
Fishing Rhino reply :
There is a tool for every job, but no tool can do every job.
So it is with electric motors. Currently, they are not practical as the primary propulsion on a typical bass boat.
slonezp reply :
On 10/10/2013 at 4:48 PM, Fishing Rhino said:There is a tool for every job, but no tool can do every job.
So it is with electric motors. Currently, they are not practical as the primary propulsion on a typical bass boat.
Nor are they cost effective. I posted a video here awhile back of an electric outboard on the market. If I remember correctly, a motor similar in HP to a typical gasoline bass boat motor was roughly $40k with batteries.
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/10/2013 at 7:52 AM, tomustang said:My Ipilot can do that, has its own remote.
That's cool! Do you have a Humminbird too by chance?
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/10/2013 at 10:29 PM, slonezp said:Nor are they cost effective. I posted a video here awhile back of an electric outboard on the market. If I remember correctly, a motor similar in HP to a typical gasoline bass boat motor was roughly $40k with batteries.
Ooh yeah, that is definitely pricey! Wow!
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/10/2013 at 7:58 AM, Raider Nation Fisher said:What's your angle?
What are you trying to accomplish with the requested information?
I am trying to understand the various options that are on the market.
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/10/2013 at 10:50 AM, flukemaster said:I've been guiding out of all electric boats for the past 5 years. We have Ray Electric outboard on the back and iPilots on the front linked up to our Humminbird 1198. I plot a coarse and it goes where I want it to. The anchor feature is great. The batteries are a huge problem. They take up too much room and are unreliable. With 7 boats and 8 batteries per boat we are always having problems with them. Fix the batteries and fix the problems with any electric boat.
Yeah, that is what I have heard. Can I ask, what kind of batteries do you use? Thanks so much for your indepth reply!
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/10/2013 at 4:48 PM, Fishing Rhino said:There is a tool for every job, but no tool can do every job.
So it is with electric motors. Currently, they are not practical as the primary propulsion on a typical bass boat.
When you say practical, what do you mean exactly? Would you mind elaborating a bit on this please?
J Francho reply :
Let's not be naive here...http://www.voltboats.com/home/
A little transparency will go a long way to gaining members trust and input.
J Francho reply :
As far as my thoughts on the topic....
If we're talking purely personal fishing craft, e.g. kayaks, I think we're in the midst of a revolution. Between your company, Torqueedo, the various powered kayaks from companies like Ocean Kayak, Native, and even retro fitters like Bassyaks, this is becoming beyond a viable option to something accessible to the masses.
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/11/2013 at 3:11 AM, J Francho said:Let's not be naive here...http://www.voltboats.com/home/
A little transparency will go a long way to gaining members trust and input.
Yes, I agree but after reading the FAQ's, I was afraid that I would be banned from the forum? And all I am seeking is for people's opinions on the electric outboard option.
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/11/2013 at 3:24 AM, J Francho said:As far as my thoughts on the topic....
If we're talking purely personal fishing craft, e.g. kayaks, I think we're in the midst of a revolution. Between your company, Torqueedo, the various powered kayaks from companies like Ocean Kayak, Native, and even retro fitters like Bassyaks, this is becoming beyond a viable option to something accessible to the masses.
Why would you say this is?
Stephanie Ellis reply :
I just want to thank everyone who has replied to my question! I am most grateful and if there is any additional information you would like to share regarding your outboards,,I'm all ears! Thanks guys!
slonezp reply :
For $4k one could buy a slightly used aluminum boat and would have a lot more versatility than a kayak
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/11/2013 at 5:07 AM, slonezp said:For $4k one could buy a slightly used aluminum boat and would have a lot more versatility than a kayak
Yes, we agree which is why we are trying to understand and develop an outboard that will satisfy a fisherman's needs/wants/etc..
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/11/2013 at 5:18 AM, Stephanie Ellis said:Yes, we agree which is why we are trying to understand and develop an outboard that will satisfy a fisherman's needs/wants/etc..
Currently, we are working on an electric outboard that will allow you to plot your course ahead of time. What do you think of this as an option?
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/11/2013 at 5:21 AM, Stephanie Ellis said:Currently, we are working on an electric outboard that will allow you to plot your course ahead of time. What do you think of this as an option?
Also, all the features would be consolidated rather than having to add additional features...?
Fishing Rhino reply :
On 10/11/2013 at 3:10 AM, Stephanie Ellis said:When you say practical, what do you mean exactly? Would you mind elaborating a bit on this please?
Practical: useful: appropriate, sensible, and likely to be effective.
You are not going to move a twenty foot bass boat around with an electric motor, unless...........you devote every square foot of storage for batteries to operate an electric motor capable of moving the boat around, and even then, they are not likely to get the boat up on plane. The cost would be astronomical. A battery charger capable of recharging the banks of batteries overnight would cost an arm and a leg, if you could find one.
If you look at electric cars (not hybrids) they are limited in the distance they can travel before they need to be recharged. You can refill your gas tank and be on your way in a few minutes. It can take hours to recharge the batteries in electric cars. Yes, there may be some chargers that can do it quicker, but you wouldn't want to have to buy one. Go to a recharging station and it will cost you more to recharge your batteries than it does to buy gasoline to go thirty or forty miles, which is about seven dollars for two gallons of gasoline.
They are definitely not practical for towing a bass boat to the lake, and then home again. Since it is harder to push a boat through the water, than it is to propel a vehicle along a highway, they are a long way from developing a battery, motor propulsion for a boat that can do it for the cost of propelling a boat with an internal combustion outboard motor.
I have a canoe with a trolling motor. It is a practical combination for fishing small lakes/ponds. I can fish for a day on a fully charged battery in good condition, and fully recharge the battery in about eight hours.
There are some ponds I fish which I could fish my canoe, or my Nitro Z8. My 20 foot Z8 with a 200 horsepower outboard is my vessel of choice, because it is more practical. I burn less than two gallons of gasoline on a typical fishing day, and catch more than twice as many fish from the Nitro, and I can fish more comfortably. I spend maybe ten minutes running on the 200 hp gas engine to get from place to place, and three or four hours cruising from place to place at four mph with the trolling motor on my canoe.
The pond or lake I am going to fish is the determining factor of which boat is more practical. For some, budgetary constraints may be the prime factor in determining which is more practical. If you buy a bass boat, and then cannot afford to run it, that would not be practical.
It depends on what you want to do and whether or not you can afford it. That is the ultimate factor in what is or is not practical.
slonezp reply :
I have the option to do that with HB, Lakemaster, and MK. When I go fishing, my "plans" are constantly changing. What you are proposing may be better suited for someone who trolls for fish, rather than bass fishermen.
slonezp reply :
http://youtu.be/fpNej1Q35ow
http://www.campionboats.com/news/campion-runs-worlds-most-powerful-electric-outboard/
I was way off on my pricing guess
tomustang reply :
On 10/11/2013 at 5:18 AM, Stephanie Ellis said:Yes, we agree which is why we are trying to understand and develop an outboard that will satisfy a fisherman's needs/wants/etc..
You should go find a used 21' bass boat with a blown engine where you can strip it off and run your different electric motors and battery options. Bet you would have a field day in new jersey since they have an overabundance of electric only lakes.
tomustang reply :
On 10/11/2013 at 5:41 AM, slonezp said:http://youtu.be/fpNej1Q35ow
http://www.campionboats.com/news/campion-runs-worlds-most-powerful-electric-outboard/
I was way off on my pricing guess
That gets a +1 because of the back to the future song
50 grand for a motor though, ouch
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/11/2013 at 5:27 AM, Fishing Rhino said:Practical: useful: appropriate, sensible, and likely to be effective.
You are not going to move a twenty foot bass boat around with an electric motor, unless...........you devote every square foot of storage for batteries to operate an electric motor capable of moving the boat around, and even then, they are not likely to get the boat up on plane. The cost would be astronomical. A battery charger capable of recharging the banks of batteries overnight would cost an arm and a leg, if you could find one.
If you look at electric cars (not hybrids) they are limited in the distance they can travel before they need to be recharged. You can refill your gas tank and be on your way in a few minutes. It can take hours to recharge the batteries in electric cars. Yes, there may be some chargers that can do it quicker, but you wouldn't want to have to buy one. Go to a recharging station and it will cost you more to recharge your batteries than it does to buy gasoline to go thirty or forty miles, which is about seven dollars for two gallons of gasoline.
They are definitely not practical for towing a bass boat to the lake, and then home again. Since it is harder to push a boat through the water, than it is to propel a vehicle along a highway, they are a long way from developing a battery, motor propulsion for a boat that can do it for the cost of propelling a boat with an internal combustion outboard motor.
I have a canoe with a trolling motor. It is a practical combination for fishing small lakes/ponds. I can fish for a day on a fully charged battery in good condition, and fully recharge the battery in about eight hours.
There are some ponds I fish which I could fish my canoe, or my Nitro Z8. My 20 foot Z8 with a 200 horsepower outboard is my vessel of choice, because it is more practical. I burn less than two gallons of gasoline on a typical fishing day, and catch more than twice as many fish from the Nitro, and I can fish more comfortably. I spend maybe ten minutes running on the 200 hp gas engine to get from place to place, and three or four hours cruising from place to place at four mph with the trolling motor on my canoe.
The pond or lake I am going to fish is the determining factor of which boat is more practical. For some, budgetary constraints may be the prime factor in determining which is more practical. If you buy a bass boat, and then cannot afford to run it, that would not be practical.
It depends on what you want to do and whether or not you can afford it. That is the ultimate factor in what is or is not practical.
On 10/11/2013 at 5:41 AM, slonezp said:http://youtu.be/fpNej1Q35ow
http://www.campionboats.com/news/campion-runs-worlds-most-powerful-electric-outboard/
I was way off on my pricing guess
That's awesome!! Thanks so much for sharing that video with me! I enjoyed it!!
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/10/2013 at 4:48 PM, Fishing Rhino said:There is a tool for every job, but no tool can do every job.
So it is with electric motors. Currently, they are not practical as the primary propulsion on a typical bass boat.
I agree. So, based on your sound knowledge and experience, what would you consider to be a practical boat for an electric outboard motor that is roughly the same as the Minnkota Power Drive V2 with consolidated features that you would not have to buy separately? In other words, who do you think would like this motor option?
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/10/2013 at 7:52 AM, tomustang said:My Ipilot can do that, has its own remote.
Are you able to just "tap and go"? Or do you have to "record" your course first and then you can later navigate to it??
slonezp reply :
On 10/11/2013 at 7:10 AM, Stephanie Ellis said:I agree. So, based on your sound knowledge and experience, what would you consider to be a practical boat for an electric outboard motor that is roughly the same as the Minnkota Power Drive V2 with consolidated features that you would not have to buy separately? In other words, who do you think would like this motor option?
When you say outboard, you are referring to a trolling motor?
On 10/11/2013 at 7:16 AM, Stephanie Ellis said:Are you able to just "tap and go"? Or do you have to "record" your course first and then you can later navigate to it??
Both. You can record and save multiple tracks or set your direction and go. Teamed up with the HB and Lakemaster, there are more options.
Glenn reply :
I'm not a big fan of autopilot. The anchor feature over deeper water is about the only thing I might use it for.
As for electric boats? I've been pining for one of these babies for some of the smaller lakes in my area: http://freedomelectricmarine.com/
As for battery issues - lithium batteries are the way to go if you're going all-electric. Expensive as all get out, but you didn't ask about that.
Fishing Rhino reply :
On 10/11/2013 at 7:10 AM, Stephanie Ellis said:I agree. So, based on your sound knowledge and experience, what would you consider to be a practical boat for an electric outboard motor that is roughly the same as the Minnkota Power Drive V2 with consolidated features that you would not have to buy separately? In other words, who do you think would like this motor option?
I'm sorry, but I cannot provide a definitive answer. I know some fishermen have the Minnkota with the Ipilot and love it. I know someone who replaced his Motorguide with the autopilot Minnkota and within a few weeks he replaced it with another Motorguide. He was comfortable with the operation of the Motorguide and found the difference in the way each operated to be frustrating.
I have a Minnkota Traxxis 55 lb thrust on my canoe. The speed control circuit burned out and was replaced under warranty. On my Nitro Z-8, the steering cable on my Motorguide pulled apart last year while on the road trip at Pickwick. Fortunately Alpster helped me get it apart and make a jury rig repair, which kept the boat going until I got home and took it to the dealer for warranty repair.
I am uncomfortable making recommendations to anyone about what type of boat or motor is practical for their needs/wants. If I tell someone to try a bait which will cost them five or ten bucks, it's no big deal. But when it comes to boats and motors, you're talking some serious dollars, even if it's "just" a few hundred dollars.
A boat is a platform on the water whose purpose is to get you where the fish are. The type of platform, how you rig it, and how you power it are choices based on personal preferences. I'll fish on just about any type of boat. My canoe is perfect for negotiating this narrow creek to get from the launch area to a local pond.
It's also good for open water. East Antioch Lake at Rocky Mountain State Park in GA.
And the Bass Hunter in the "puddle" behind our daughter's home in GA.
J Francho reply :
On 10/11/2013 at 5:07 AM, slonezp said:For $4k one could buy a slightly used aluminum boat and would have a lot more versatility than a kayak
A jon boat is not going to do well in Great Lakes or the ocean. Kayaks can.
J Francho reply :
On 10/11/2013 at 5:01 AM, Stephanie Ellis said:Why would you say this is?
Bass boats are expensive, kayaking is an inexpensive option, but paddling is work. A powered kayak as an affordable and relaxing option to the traditional bass boat is a real option for many.
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/11/2013 at 5:27 AM, Fishing Rhino said:Practical: useful: appropriate, sensible, and likely to be effective.
You are not going to move a twenty foot bass boat around with an electric motor, unless...........you devote every square foot of storage for batteries to operate an electric motor capable of moving the boat around, and even then, they are not likely to get the boat up on plane. The cost would be astronomical. A battery charger capable of recharging the banks of batteries overnight would cost an arm and a leg, if you could find one.
If you look at electric cars (not hybrids) they are limited in the distance they can travel before they need to be recharged. You can refill your gas tank and be on your way in a few minutes. It can take hours to recharge the batteries in electric cars. Yes, there may be some chargers that can do it quicker, but you wouldn't want to have to buy one. Go to a recharging station and it will cost you more to recharge your batteries than it does to buy gasoline to go thirty or forty miles, which is about seven dollars for two gallons of gasoline.
They are definitely not practical for towing a bass boat to the lake, and then home again. Since it is harder to push a boat through the water, than it is to propel a vehicle along a highway, they are a long way from developing a battery, motor propulsion for a boat that can do it for the cost of propelling a boat with an internal combustion outboard motor.
I have a canoe with a trolling motor. It is a practical combination for fishing small lakes/ponds. I can fish for a day on a fully charged battery in good condition, and fully recharge the battery in about eight hours.
There are some ponds I fish which I could fish my canoe, or my Nitro Z8. My 20 foot Z8 with a 200 horsepower outboard is my vessel of choice, because it is more practical. I burn less than two gallons of gasoline on a typical fishing day, and catch more than twice as many fish from the Nitro, and I can fish more comfortably. I spend maybe ten minutes running on the 200 hp gas engine to get from place to place, and three or four hours cruising from place to place at four mph with the trolling motor on my canoe.
The pond or lake I am going to fish is the determining factor of which boat is more practical. For some, budgetary constraints may be the prime factor in determining which is more practical. If you buy a bass boat, and then cannot afford to run it, that would not be practical.
It depends on what you want to do and whether or not you can afford it. That is the ultimate factor in what is or is not practical.
Thanks Tom for going the extra mile and explaining this to me! I feel the same way you do. It's been tough because we don't want to keep spinning our wheels not really knowing which direction we should go? We have spent multiple years on the electric kayak (Volt Boats) and have most recently decided to make a switch to the electric outboard sector and just want to make sure that we are making a wise decision? Would you be open to spending 10 mins with me on the phone? I would not be trying to sell you, I really just want to explain to you exactly what we are trying to deliver so that I can get as accurate of a response from a knowledgeable fisherman as I can. If you are able and willing, I would be most appreciative! Thanks Tom
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/11/2013 at 9:53 PM, J Francho said:Bass boats are expensive, kayaking is an inexpensive option, but paddling is work. A powered kayak as an affordable and relaxing option to the traditional bass boat is a real option for many.
I agree! This is why our team spent so many years trying to develop our electric kayak but we have recently made a risky switch to focus on the electric outboard realm for now. We are just wanting to make sure that we don't spin our wheels, which is why we are looking for experienced fisherman who can help us understand the market. Would you be at all willing to maybe talk with me for a couple minutes over the phone at some point? I just feel like I could do a better job communicating with you about exactly what we are trying to do. I am simply looking for feedback...nothing else. Please let me know if this is something you wouldn't mind doing? Thanks so much!
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/11/2013 at 9:47 PM, J Francho said:A jon boat is not going to do well in Great Lakes or the ocean. Kayaks can.
I agree with both arguments. This is what makes our decision so difficult.
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/11/2013 at 3:12 PM, Fishing Rhino said:I'm sorry, but I cannot provide a definitive answer. I know some fishermen have the Minnkota with the Ipilot and love it. I know someone who replaced his Motorguide with the autopilot Minnkota and within a few weeks he replaced it with another Motorguide. He was comfortable with the operation of the Motorguide and found the difference in the way each operated to be frustrating.
I have a Minnkota Traxxis 55 lb thrust on my canoe. The speed control circuit burned out and was replaced under warranty. On my Nitro Z-8, the steering cable on my Motorguide pulled apart last year while on the road trip at Pickwick. Fortunately Alpster helped me get it apart and make a jury rig repair, which kept the boat going until I got home and took it to the dealer for warranty repair.
I am uncomfortable making recommendations to anyone about what type of boat or motor is practical for their needs/wants. If I tell someone to try a bait which will cost them five or ten bucks, it's no big deal. But when it comes to boats and motors, you're talking some serious dollars, even if it's "just" a few hundred dollars.
A boat is a platform on the water whose purpose is to get you where the fish are. The type of platform, how you rig it, and how you power it are choices based on personal preferences. I'll fish on just about any type of boat. My canoe is perfect for negotiating this narrow creek to get from the launch area to a local pond.
It's also good for open water. East Antioch Lake at Rocky Mountain State Park in GA.
And the Bass Hunter in the "puddle" behind our daughter's home in GA.
Wow! I love the pics!! That really helps me to capture what you are trying to explain! Thank you!!
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/11/2013 at 10:14 AM, Glenn said:I'm not a big fan of autopilot. The anchor feature over deeper water is about the only thing I might use it for.
As for electric boats? I've been pining for one of these babies for some of the smaller lakes in my area: http://freedomelectricmarine.com/
As for battery issues - lithium batteries are the way to go if you're going all-electric. Expensive as all get out, but you didn't ask about that.
Cool!! Thanks so much Glenn! Can I ask, why don't you like autopilot? What is it about this feature that you don't particularly enjoy?
Thank you for sharing the link above. I will certainly investigate it!
And yes, I definitely agree with your battery choice. They are more reliable, lighter weight and have an overall better performance than say, lead acid batteries. And yes, they are expensive! It's an upfront investment that I believe is worth making...personally.
Would you be open to speaking with me for a few minutes over the phone at some point? You seem very knowledgeable and I could really use as much input as I can get! I would not be trying to sell you anything, I am just needing to understand the market so that my team knows which direction to go! Please let me know if you would be open to this? Thank you Glenn.
J Francho reply :
On 10/12/2013 at 2:50 AM, Stephanie Ellis said:I agree! This is why our team spent so many years trying to develop our electric kayak but we have recently made a risky switch to focus on the electric outboard realm for now. We are just wanting to make sure that we don't spin our wheels, which is why we are looking for experienced fisherman who can help us understand the market. Would you be at all willing to maybe talk with me for a couple minutes over the phone at some point? I just feel like I could do a better job communicating with you about exactly what we are trying to do. I am simply looking for feedback...nothing else. Please let me know if this is something you wouldn't mind doing? Thanks so much!
I'll PM you after the weekend.
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/11/2013 at 7:20 AM, slonezp said:When you say outboard, you are referring to a trolling motor?
Both. You can record and save multiple tracks or set your direction and go. Teamed up with the HB and Lakemaster, there are more options.
I see. Were these features all sold separately?
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/12/2013 at 3:22 AM, J Francho said:I'll PM you after the weekend.
THANK YOU!!! I will be looking forward to it!! Have a great weekend!
retiredbosn reply :
When u say auto-pilot what exactly are u envisioning? A program that takes you from the launch to your fishing area? Or more along the line of what is already available?
slonezp reply :
On 10/12/2013 at 3:23 AM, Stephanie Ellis said:I see. Were these features all sold separately?
No, they are all part of ipilot. Do a little research on the Johnson Outdoors companies. Minn Kota, Humminbird, Lakemaster, Cannon. They have some really neat stuff going on.
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/12/2013 at 11:04 PM, retiredbosn said:When u say auto-pilot what exactly are u envisioning? A program that takes you from the launch to your fishing area? Or more along the line of what is already available?
Yes, we are designing a smartphone application that will allow you to plot your course along your desired path. From my understanding, there are different navigational systems in place that will record your path once traveled on. Ours would allow you to set your course prior to starting your route. Have you heard of something like this on the market?
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/13/2013 at 6:32 AM, slonezp said:No, they are all part of ipilot. Do a little research on the Johnson Outdoors companies. Minn Kota, Humminbird, Lakemaster, Cannon. They have some really neat stuff going on.
Thanks!! I sure will! I appreciate you letting me know!!
Wayne P. reply :
It looks like Motor Guide is developing that also.
http://www.motorguide.com/introducing-pinpoint
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/15/2013 at 3:00 AM, Wayne P. said:It looks like Motor Guide is developing that also.
http://www.motorguide.com/introducing-pinpoint
Yes!
And ours will have not only what they are offering but will also have a touch screen, and you will be able to plot your course without having to travel first to your destination spot! What do you think about these differences? Do you see them as valuable?
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/12/2013 at 11:04 PM, retiredbosn said:When u say auto-pilot what exactly are u envisioning? A program that takes you from the launch to your fishing area? Or more along the line of what is already available?
In addition to all of the features that are already out on the market, you will be able to map out on your touch screen smartphone device where you want to go, before having to record your path by traveling on it. How does this sound to you? Do you think this is a valuable feature to have?
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/13/2013 at 6:32 AM, slonezp said:No, they are all part of ipilot. Do a little research on the Johnson Outdoors companies. Minn Kota, Humminbird, Lakemaster, Cannon. They have some really neat stuff going on.
Thanks! I sure will!
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/11/2013 at 5:25 AM, Stephanie Ellis said:Also, all the features would be consolidated rather than having to add additional devices??
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/11/2013 at 7:20 AM, slonezp said:When you say outboard, you are referring to a trolling motor?
Both. You can record and save multiple tracks or set your direction and go. Teamed up with the HB and Lakemaster, there are more options.
Cool! Would you feel like there is additional value if you could have all of these features consolidated into one location? Instead of having so many devices to have to play and keep up with?
Wayne P. reply :
On 10/15/2013 at 6:51 AM, Stephanie Ellis said:Yes!
And ours will have not only what they are offering but will also have a touch screen, and you will be able to plot your course without having to travel first to your destination spot! What do you think about these differences? Do you see them as valuable?
No, totally worthless. I wouldn't have theirs or MinnKota's either.
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/15/2013 at 7:22 AM, Wayne P. said:No, totally worthless. I wouldn't have theirs or MinnKota's either.
Ahh. I can certainly see why not! What about sonar as an option? Is this the only body of water you frequent??
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/11/2013 at 5:50 AM, tomustang said:You should go find a used 21' bass boat with a blown engine where you can strip it off and run your different electric motors and battery options. Bet you would have a field day in new jersey since they have an overabundance of electric only lakes.
Thank you! I am most certain we would!!
Wayne P. reply :
On 10/15/2013 at 7:28 AM, Stephanie Ellis said:Ahh. I can certainly see why not! What about sonar as an option? Is this the only body of water you frequent??
That would be somewhat like the failed Pinpoint units. Electric steer motors don't suit my uses.
Electric trolling motors with built-in sonar transducers are quite common in cable steer and electric steer models
I don't use traditional sonar much anymore. I use the Imaging technology.
I frequent that body of water and some others occasionally.
retiredbosn reply :
The main problem I see with that type of autopilot, is actually navigating in boat traffic. Unless u incorporate radar to know which boats, pwc's etc are going to cross your path. It could lend itself to a dangerous situation. Not to mention uncharted hazards to navigation, floating debris, etc.
J Francho reply :
On 10/15/2013 at 7:22 AM, Wayne P. said:No, totally worthless. I wouldn't have theirs or MinnKota's either.
I don't think it would be "totally worthless" to everyone....
I fish here a lot. Lake Ontario.
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/15/2013 at 7:18 PM, retiredbosn said:The main problem I see with that type of autopilot, is actually navigating in boat traffic. Unless u incorporate radar to know which boats, pwc's etc are going to cross your path. It could lend itself to a dangerous situation. Not to mention uncharted hazards to navigation, floating debris, etc.
I understand completely! We are going to have a sonar in place to avoid these possible hazards.
Stephanie Ellis reply :
On 10/15/2013 at 9:53 PM, J Francho said:I don't think it would be "totally worthless" to everyone....
I fish here a lot. Lake Ontario.
Oh wow! How absolutely gorgeous!!!
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