trolling motor question

I have a 16 ft canoe and want to put a motor on it. Are there any guides as
to what thrust I should use? I have found a 55 lb thrust one but I am not
planning on skining behind this, just some bass fishing on the local lake.

Thanks for any advise.

Bruce

Hi Bruce
I have used a 27 lb thrust minnkota for 5 seasons. Works well. I get my
batteries at WalMart.

If I am right, more thrust doesnt translate into more top speed. That has
to do with the shape of both your hull and the propeller.

One of the best things about a trolling motor on a canoe is that you can use
it to hold position easily, even in a wind.

Good Luck
Steve


"Bruce" wrote in message
news:WubTd.48608$wc.9051@trnddc07...
I have a 16 ft canoe and want to put a motor on it. Are there any guides as
to what thrust I should use? I have found a 55 lb thrust one but I am not
planning on skining behind this, just some bass fishing on the local lake.

Thanks for any advise.

Bruce

Hey Bruce,

I've used a 12 lb thrust trolling motor on my 17 ft canoe. On high it would
push the canoe at a slow paddle speed. I also have a 32 lb thrust motor that
will push it at a good strong two person paddle speed. It works out great!
The only time I use high is when I'm in a hurry to get home! I would
recommend the 32 lb thrust range. I picked one up two years ago for about
$70.00.

Good luck.

Halon


"Bruce" wrote in message
news:WubTd.48608$wc.9051@trnddc07...
I have a 16 ft canoe and want to put a motor on it. Are there any guides as
to what thrust I should use? I have found a 55 lb thrust one but I am not
planning on skining behind this, just some bass fishing on the local lake.

Thanks for any advise.

Bruce