Minn Kota Endura C2 30 Freshwater Transom Mounted Trolling Motor (30" Shaft) by Minn Kota

I guess I waited 10 years to write this review. Mine is still like brand new, and runs perfectly. Used on fresh water lakes on a 16' old town poly canoe (about 70 lbs) on a twisted aluminum motor mount bolted to the transom (and also just bolted to the side of the transom, which works great too, and doesn't require a motor mount). I usually use it when I go out on a "beer float" with my wife (she thinks it is a wine float) with a 100 amp/hr lipo battery, or older lead acid battery. The lipo battery is awesome, nice and light, and lasts a long time - maybe 3-4 hours. And the motor is light too. That is a great setup for canoe. I usually run on setting 4 (goes 1 to 5 forward), and only switch to 5 when the battery gets low, and doesn't go as fast. Also, I put it on an old 12' aluminum v hull. It is too small really for that boat, with 2 people (ok for 1 if you don't want to go too fast). I'm getting a 55 lb thrust for the jon-boat (I have a bunch of outboards that are a lot nicer, but the battery is so nice for talking and having a nice outing with my wife). Anyway, for a canoe, I think 30 lbs thrust is enough. For jon-boat, go 55 lbs or more. Also, the old min-kotas that are smaller than 30 lbs are too small for a canoe. Anyway, this is the best way to motorize a canoe, in my opinion, as it is so quiet, and comfortable and light. I've tried outboards too, and they usually go too fast, and make too much noise, for going on a beer float with someone you want to visit with. We have other boats and set-ups ... but the canoe with the electric motor (and a reclining beach chair backwards in the front, reclining with a cup of wine) is my wife's favorite.

Acheter pour mettre en spare sur un bateau moteur de 16’. Avons tester. Fonctionne tres bien mais pour mon type de bateau avance pas vite. Mais parfsit piur depanner si bri de moteur au gaz

Me gusto, no es rapido como un motor a gasolina, pero exelente para trolear, solo que tienes que comprar un bateria acumulador, de ciclo profundo, el cual no es muy Barato, ademas un cargador o mantenedor de baterias, pero exelente con mi bote, inflabe grado marino con piso de aluminio, me gusto...

The Minn Kota Endura Transom Mount Trolling Motor has proven to be a reliable and efficient addition to my boating gear. It's easy to install and lightweight, making it a breeze to handle. I've used it on my 10-foot Jon boat and it works great, providing just the right amount of power for short runs. I was initially concerned about the power output, but the 30lb thrust is more than adequate for my needs. The motor runs smoothly and quietly, allowing me to enjoy the serenity of the water. The tilt mechanism is smooth and the extension handle is a great feature, making steering comfortable even from the back of the boat. One minor drawback is the reverse function, which could use a bit more power. However, it's sufficient for backing out of the shallows. Overall, this motor offers good value for the price and I would recommend it to others looking for a cost-effective solution for their small boat or kayak

Fast and great packaged. 30lbs pushs my flat back Coleman 16 foot cargo canoe along with two of us fishing. Setting 3 is perfect trolling speed and in two foot white caps got us home. Already recommended to friends. And can't beat the price. If I had a aluminum boat I'd prob go up to a 50. But this 30 would still push it around and is a great trolling unit. Lots of compliments on how nice and quiet it is. And lots of adjustments even chews pretty good through weeds. So for ran it on setting 3-5 3/4 day with a good rv battery and hasn't run out making me paddle yet. Would buy again