Electric Outboard Engine

It would sure take a long extension cord if the lake was very big..

DRC
BULL SHOALES LAKE
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AR/MO STATE LINE

Lord , make me the person my dog thinks I am


wrote in message
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I'm a business school student looking at the market feasibility of
introducing a 2-10HP electric outboard engine that could be used as
primary propulsion. This product would be introduced by a major player
in the industry within the next few years. I would like to hear your
reactions and get your thoughts on whether or not this would be an
attractive product. I would also like to know how you see this product
being used once it is introduced.

http://lencomarine.com/lencodrivetrolli.html
....offered up Huck

Thank you to everyone that has provided comments thus far. Just to
clarify, the intent of my questions is to determine what the customer
values when they decide to purchase a small outboard engine. I realize
that battery technology has a way to go and may not be significantly
improved for a number of years. But there are some advances in electric
motors that can more efficiently utilize the battery power and
therefore provide either more power (up to 10HP or possible greater) or
greater lifespan utilizing the existing battery technology. I also
realize there are a number of smaller companies that do offer electric
outboard motors as a primary drive; however I am looking to see if the
market can be big enough for a major marine producer to step in and
provide a product on a larger scale. Any help that you can provide will
help me in providing good recommendations. As a follow-up to my first
question I would like to know what attributes you primarily look for in
a small outboard (either gas or electric). Additionally, how much more
money would you be willing to pay over the cost of a small gas engine
of similar HP for those additional benefits (quietness, low vibration,
no emissions, etc.)?

Sorry, but I have to differ with your assumption of "no emissions'. You may
well have "no emissions" at the outboard motor location, but the power plant
that provides the power to charge the electric battery creates a LOT of
emissions. Sending that power over electric lines isn't a very efficient
system, either.

Many people keep their batteries charged all day and all night, even if they
are not using the battery currently. Heck, I'll bet you personally have a
dozen little black boxes plugged into wall outlets right now, and half of
them aren't doing anything that is needed 24 hours a day. Your TV with
"instant on" is running on one of the black boxes 24 hours a day...it has
"no emissions"....not really so at all.......

It isn't a simple case of "no emissions" for ANY electric battery device.
Golf carts are a simple example of lots of charging being done, whether the
cart is used/rented or not.
--
RichG manager, Carolina Skiff Owners Group on MSN
http://groups.msn.com/CarolinaSkiffOwners

I understand the negative perceptions surrounding small electric
outboard motors. However, there may be an opportunity to provide better
products in the future by understanding what will make an electric
outboard attractive to consumers. I would like to ask all those that
own an outboard engine between 2-10HP (gas, electric, or trolling) to
participate in a survey if willing. All participants will receive a $5
certificate from amazon.com and have a chance to win $200 cash. To
participate in the survey go to www.outboardsurvey.com and click on the
link. I am also looking for people to talk to in person more about this
subject and ask for volunteers that I can interview over the phone. The
interview would take approximately 20 minutes. If that is too long I
could easily shorten it. Any help would be appreciated.

wrote:
I understand the negative perceptions surrounding small electric
outboard motors. However, there may be an opportunity to provide better
products in the future by understanding what will make an electric
outboard attractive to consumers. I would like to ask all those that
own an outboard engine between 2-10HP (gas, electric, or trolling) to
participate in a survey if willing. All participants will receive a $5
certificate from amazon.com and have a chance to win $200 cash. To
participate in the survey go to www.outboardsurvey.com and click on the
link. I am also looking for people to talk to in person more about this
subject and ask for volunteers that I can interview over the phone. The
interview would take approximately 20 minutes. If that is too long I
could easily shorten it. Any help would be appreciated.



The last survey like this paid me and everyone else 100 dollars each,,
but it was on a hunting product

--
Rodney Long,
Inventor of the Long Shot "WIGGLE" rig, SpecTastic Thread
Boomerang Fishing Pro. ,Stand Out Hooks ,Stand Out Lures,
Mojo's Rock Hopper & Rig Saver weights, Decoy Activator
and the EZKnot http://www.ezknot.com