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Many boaters prefer bow mount trolling motors because they are more efficient and often have more control options than transom mount motors. The nice thing about transom mount motors is they can often just be clamped onto the transom, or onto a mounting rack attached to the transom. With bow mount motors, the process is …

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So you’re thinking about buying a trolling motor for your boat. Maybe you’ve never owned one before, and you’re wondering what kind of features they have. Specifically, do trolling motors typically have a reverse function? And if so, what are some of the best trolling motors that can go in reverse? Keep reading. In this …

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If you’ve been boating for any length of time, you probably have a pretty good idea of how trolling motors work. You know that if they’re too deep in the water, they may scrape the bottom of a shallow body of water or be damaged by other obstacles. But if they’re not deep enough under …

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Have you ever noticed that your boat is trolling in one direction, but the arrow on the motor is pointing in a different direction? You probably have a misaligned directional arrow on your trolling motor. So what does that mean for you? What causes the arrow to become misaligned? How do you fix it so …

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Unfortunately, owning an electric trolling motor means that eventually, problems could arise. If you notice your trolling motor slowing down, it’s best to first understand why it’s happening. It could be something easy to fix, such as a fishing line caught in your propellor. Or it can be something more serious that requires an expert …

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If you enjoy river fishing and boating, chances are, you’ve spent a fair amount of time paddling upstream. It’s taxing, tiring work, especially after a long day on the water. Have you ever wondered if there’s a better way to get upstream? Maybe you’ve considered using a trolling motor, but you’re not sure whether it …

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Did you turn on your trolling motor only to find that the propeller is spinning in the wrong direction? If your trolling motor is running backward, you won’t be able to go very far. Don’t let a trolling motor that is running backward ruin your day. It’s usually an easy problem to fix. Then you …

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Some anglers are surprised to find that you can reverse the head on a trolling motor. This gives you more flexibility when it comes to where you mount your motor and how you use it. If this process feels intimidating to you or you don’t know where to start, keep reading! We’ll answer all of …

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Trolling motors are great for moving boats through the water. If you’ve been boating for any length of time, you probably know that most trolling motors are mounted either on the bow or the transom. But maybe you have a small boat and there is no room for the trolling motor on either the bow …

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So you’ve got a new boat, and you want to convert your bow mount trolling motor so you can use it on the transom. Is that possible? The short answer is, yes. You can convert a bow mount to a transom mount, and vice versa. If you’re handy with DIY projects, you may only need …

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Do you have a hand-controlled trolling motor that you would like to be able to control with your foot? Or maybe you want to have the option to control your trolling motor with either your hands or your feet. While this may seem like a pipe dream or something you can only do if you’re …

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