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Lightweight trolling motor batteries (2019)

Trolling motor batteries can get heavy. If you want to keep the weight of your gear to a minimum, your battery is a good place to start.

Choosing a lightweight trolling motor battery is important for kayakers and inflatable boaters looking to cut back on the overall weight of their gear. Pontoon boat owners with more powerful motors that need 24V or 36V batteries will also benefit from lighter batteries.

The compromise?

With AGM batteries, it is power capacity. Light AGM batteries will store less energy, meaning that their Amp Hour (Ah) rating will be lower than that of larger batteries.

With lithium batteries, it is the price. They weigh 3-4 times less than similar AGM batteries, but lithium batteries cost 4-8 times more.

Let’s have a look at a few light AGM and lithium batteries.

	VMAX V35-857	Mighty Max ML35-12	ExpertPower EXP12180	Renogy 50 Ah	Smart Battery - 50 Ah
Weight	25	23.15	11.68	14.77	15
Capacity	35 Ah	35	18	50	50
Size (inch)	7.7 x 5 x 6.1	7.68 x 5.16 x 7.13	7.1 x 3 x 6.6	7.75 x 6.53 x 6.73	7.7 x 6.45 x 6.75
Type	AGM	AGM	AGM	Lithium	Lithium
Price check	Amazon	Amazon	Amazon	Amazon	Site

July 3, 2019/0 Comments/by pumpup

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Best 55lb trolling motors in 2019

For most people looking to buy an electric trolling motor, the 55lb thrust models are an ideal pick.

Why?

Trolling motors weaker than 55lb will struggle when the weather turns against us or the boat is overloaded
Stronger than 55lb thrust motors are more expensive, require more battery power, and are only a necessity if the joint weight of the boat + load is over 2000 lbs / 900 kg or if the boat is longer than 16 feet.

Trolling motors with 55 lb of thrust are perfect for inflatable boats, kayaks, and fishing boats.

Top 55lb thrust electric trolling motors

Here is my list of the best motors in the 55lb range.

	Newport Vessels NV 55lb	Newport Vessels X 55lb	Minn Kota Endura 55lb	Minn Kota Endura Max 55lb	Minn Kota Riptide 55lb	Goplus 55lb
Handle	Extendable (6″)	Extendable (6″) + 30° up/down	Extendable (6″)	Extendable (6″)	Extendable (6″)	Extendable (6″)
Water	Saltwater & freshwater	Saltwater & freshwater	Freshwater	Freshwater	Saltwater & freshwater	Freshwater & saltwater
Shaft length	30″	36″	36″ / 42″	36″ / 42″	36″ / 42″	36″
Weight	24 lbs	24 lbs	23 lbs	24 lbs	24 lbs	22 lbs
Battery meter	5 point LED	10 point LED	none	4 point LED	4 point LED	10 point LED
Warranty	2 years	2 years	2 years	2 years	2 year	no info
Price check	Amazon	Amazon	Amazon	Amazon	Amazon	Amazon

Let’s have a look at them in more detail. Read more

June 26, 2019/0 Comments/by pumpup

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Sevylor Fish Hunter 360 review

If you are looking for an inflatable boat to go fishing in, you will probably have come across the Sevylor Fish Hunter models. Sevylor designed the boat with fishing enthusiasts in mind, and has added features that anglers will appreciate.

The Fish Hunter comes in 3 sizes, but the boats share the same features as we’ll outline below.

May 29, 2019/0 Comments/by pumpup

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Airhead Angler Bay review – Not just for fishing

Are you the kind of fishing enthusiast who frequently plans a fishing trip with friends or family? Do you like vacationing near lakes and streams where you can get an opportunity to fish? If so, then the Angler bay inflatable boat may be what you need.

My review of Airhead’s Angler Bay SIB is based on my findings after using the boat for 3 days on a long weekend at a calm lake.

May 27, 2019/0 Comments/by pumpup

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Intex Seahawk 4 review – SIB on a budget

If there are any lakes in your area that you visit, you will have undoubtedly seen Intex Seahawk boats out on the water. It is a favorite among families for easy, fun boating.

I decided to write a review on the Seahawk after getting to use one for a day at a lake in Hungary. Here are my thoughts on this raft.

May 24, 2019/0 Comments/by pumpup

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Trolling motors for Intex inflatable rafts

Trolling Motors For Intex Inflatable Boats

If you already have an Intex inflatable boat or are looking to get one soon, getting an electric trolling motor is a great upgrade.

An Intex raft paired with a motor opens up a lot of possibilities out on the water and is a lot of fun for kids and adults alike:

fishing is made so much easier without the need for handling the oars,
kids love cruising with a motorized boat,
paddling is hard with many people in the boat.

This article will list the best electric trolling motors for Intex inflatable boats (Mariner, Excursion, Seahawk, Challenger), and answer a few questions you may have before committing to a motor.

May 23, 2019/0 Comments/by pumpup

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Intex Mariner 4 review – My favorite SIB

The following review of the Intex Mariner 4 will highlight to you the various reasons that put the Mariner 4 among the best boats you can find on the market as far as strength, performance, and practicality are concerned.

I have a lot of experience with this boat, since I own one. Naturally, I use a trolling motor with it, more on that later.

May 17, 2019/0 Comments/by pumpup

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Gasoline outboard motors for inflatable boats [Guide]

If you have an inflatable dinghy with a keel and a fixed transom, you might want to invest in a gasoline-powered outboard motor.

Unlike electric trolling motors, outboard motors can make your boat go fast. You’ll be able to get your boat on plane, which is always a thrill.

May 9, 2019/0 Comments/by pumpup

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Intex Excursion 5 review – A day on the water

The Intex Excursion family of boats are definitely among the most popular boats on the market. The Excursion 5 is among the biggest boats you can find.

I had a chance to use one on the lake a while back, and think the Excursion 5 makes an excellent vessel for large families that are trying to find a portable and price-friendly boat for a summer outing on the lake.

The following is a review of the Excursion 5, in which I’ll give you valuable insight into the features, specifications, and overall qualities that this raft offers on the water. Read more

May 6, 2019/0 Comments/by pumpup

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Hydrofoil on a motorized SIB: yes or no?

Many inflatable boat owners like to upgrade their SIBs either aesthetically or mechanically. As a first upgrade, I always recommend the installation of a hydrofoil on your outboard motor. It has numerous advantages, makes your motorized boat faster & safer, and best of all, it is cheap.

What is a hydrofoil?

A hydrofoil is a lifting surface in the form of a foil, which is operated in water. It bears similar appearance and purpose as airfoils, which are actually the wings of an airplane.

Boats and watercraft that have hydrofoils installed are termed as hydrofoils.

The term Hydrofoil actually refers to the wing-like structure fastened on struts below the hull of the boat. This feature elevates the hull of the boat a little out of the water during forward motion to reduce the drag on it.

In theory, hydrofoil technology increases fuel efficiency and speed in boats during operation, by stablizing them and getting them on plane quickly. Read more

February 26, 2019/0 Comments/by pumpup