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MotorGuide Xi3 (and similar remote controlled trolling motors)?
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<blockquote data-quote="Makaw" data-source="post: 485760" data-attributes="member: 25180"><p>Yes, like others, I have a lot of good things to say about my Motorguide Xi3. I thought the remote might get in the way of fishing, and I’m sure it does to some extent (compared to foot pedals that leave your hands totally free), but it hasn’t had a noticeable difference on my fishing to where I felt like it was a hindrance. Takes some getting used with the controls. I like mine a lot, and have fished from the back of my 14’ boat while operating the motor. Very handy. Also, being a fellow Michigan guy, I liked that Motorguide is based out of Lowell. </p><p></p><p>Cons: </p><p>1. The Motorguide lanyard is very uncomfortable and grabbed my neck hair stubble. Super annoying. After the first trip I threw it in the trash and upgraded. </p><p>2. All the beeping from activating/deactivating different settings/programs, but the settings can be changed to minimize audio feedback based on your personal preference.</p><p></p><p>Is Motorguide economical? Comparatively Motorguide tends to run a little less expensive than similar Minn Kota models. </p><p></p><p>You mentioned not needing GPS. I’d say while not needed it is VERY useful, both with the Spot Lock feature and with Heading Lock modes. I use heading Heading Lock All THE TIME while trolling river banks for bass. I haven’t played with route storage yet, but I’ve used GPS functions more than I thought I would. It’s my first year with the new motor but two thumbs up so far.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Makaw, post: 485760, member: 25180"] Yes, like others, I have a lot of good things to say about my Motorguide Xi3. I thought the remote might get in the way of fishing, and I’m sure it does to some extent (compared to foot pedals that leave your hands totally free), but it hasn’t had a noticeable difference on my fishing to where I felt like it was a hindrance. Takes some getting used with the controls. I like mine a lot, and have fished from the back of my 14’ boat while operating the motor. Very handy. Also, being a fellow Michigan guy, I liked that Motorguide is based out of Lowell. Cons: 1. The Motorguide lanyard is very uncomfortable and grabbed my neck hair stubble. Super annoying. After the first trip I threw it in the trash and upgraded. 2. All the beeping from activating/deactivating different settings/programs, but the settings can be changed to minimize audio feedback based on your personal preference. Is Motorguide economical? Comparatively Motorguide tends to run a little less expensive than similar Minn Kota models. You mentioned not needing GPS. I’d say while not needed it is VERY useful, both with the Spot Lock feature and with Heading Lock modes. I use heading Heading Lock All THE TIME while trolling river banks for bass. I haven’t played with route storage yet, but I’ve used GPS functions more than I thought I would. It’s my first year with the new motor but two thumbs up so far. [/QUOTE]
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