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My LA batteries get fully recharged right after each outing. I don’t leave them on the charger in trickle mode. During winter, will...

Even deep cycle Pb batteries? I keep mine on a trickle charge after full charging.

Biggest advantages I see, less weight, and longevity. They've come down in price enough now that if it lasts twice as long as a lead...

As Still Afloat says, a good Li battery is well worth the money, especially if you're using it a lot. All the benefits touted are real...

I went with LI 5 years ago and have never regretted it. I have 3 lakes within reasonable drive and all are electric only. I have a ELCO...

As lead batteries become more expensive and lithium become less expensive the price difference will soon be minimal. When the lifetime...

My bass boat required three batteries: two deep cycles for trolling and the livewell for holding tournament bass and one for starting -...

Dang, you two should get a commission as convincing and educational when it comes to Li batteries! (No way did I forget everyone else's...

Hand-crank starts when it does, which is not often. Guess I've been trying to restart it like a 2-stroke and flooding it. Mostly has sat...

From all that, no way am I going Li even for my 12' jon boat with 2.5 hp 4-stroke! Guess I'll be buying a new Pb acid battery that I'll...

Here is a link to a thread from a couple of years ago that might be useful: Pondering trolling motor battery selection

Following this question/issue. Mainly for reduced weight. Currently have two 27 series lead acid. That’s a considerable amount of extra...

Great information! Glad I came back to this forum. Thanks so much!

I don't have the luxury of a livewell like in the bass boat I used to own. Now it's just a plastic box and a bucket to change the water...

I use a 55# thrust Minn Kota but usually use a steady discharge going from spot to spot and when returning back to the dock to go home...