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New member here. I have a Maritime Skiff 1690, and am in the process of researching the putting a bow mount trolling motor on it. I'm set with the Minn Kota Riptide Terrova, I pilot, most likely 55 v (the areas I fish are usually sheltered bays, some current but nothing major...boat kept at a slip with electric). The battery/wiring/charger will be kept up front under the raised casting deck.My question is for those with Maritimes...I have heard that the additional weight up front make the skiff bow heavy when running...at least those Maritimes with 24 or 36 v systems. Is this the case with a single 12v setup...I'm thinking no but figured I'd ask. Last question, again for those with maritimes (or anyone actually), any thoughts/opinions for the trolling motor bracket on this...Maritimes have the rolled gunnel. Just picking your brains...Thanks in advance for all your help.
Ron
New member here. I have a Maritime Skiff 1690, and am in the process of researching the putting a bow mount trolling motor on it. I'm set with the Minn Kota Riptide Terrova, I pilot, most likely 55 v (the areas I fish are usually sheltered bays, some current but nothing major...boat kept at a slip with electric). The battery/wiring/charger will be kept up front under the raised casting deck.My question is for those with Maritimes...I have heard that the additional weight up front make the skiff bow heavy when running...at least those Maritimes with 24 or 36 v systems. Is this the case with a single 12v setup...I'm thinking no but figured I'd ask. Last question, again for those with maritimes (or anyone actually), any thoughts/opinions for the trolling motor bracket on this...Maritimes have the rolled gunnel. Just picking your brains...Thanks in advance for all your help.
Ron