How big a trolling motor do I need?

[frosteeone]

I have a 14 1/2' semi v hull and wondered if the 30 lb minnekota would do me just fine.<br /><br />I've been used an old Shakespeare model (relic) last summer and it got me around okay (barely), but it was a hand me down model and I'm ready to buy new.<br /><br />I'm using it basically to troll around from hole to hole and to keep myself from getting blown into the bank/weeds on those windier days.<br /><br />Thanks!

 

[Drowned Rat]

Re: How big a trolling motor do I need?

Just my opinion, but a 30# motor on that boat will not overcome a strong wind. It should be just fine when it's calm.

 

[cobra 3.0]

Re: How big a trolling motor do I need?

I have a 28lb minnekota on my 14 ft aluminum boat. It does ok except in windy conditons when you need to run it full out.<br /><br />Generally, it's fine for put-putting around.