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The chart above is only for the conventional 5 speed Endura C2 motor using the stock Minn Kota controller. Keep in mind that my "efficiency" column is only a simplistic ratio of the thrust vs amperage columns. This is basically just a baseline of the stock motor/controller. The guy in the...

That's correct. The numbers in blue in the table below - speed, thrust and amp draw - are published by Minn Kota. Being the bored engineer, I added in the % and efficiency columns. The real benefit of the PWM controllers is at the lower speeds where the 5 speed controller is comparatively...

A number of people have had issues with broken wires at the plastic battery holder. That probably the only easy part to diagnose easily and do a DIY repair on. Mike's Reel Repair noted above does sell replacement battery packs for the older 120/140 Fishin Buddies if the battery pack is the...

I've used these gloves for the last couple of years. They're holding up well and are usually dry by the time I get home.

You're welcome. I had to find a logical reason for my fishing buddy beating me back to the launch site at the end of every day. Now to come up with an explanation why he keeps out-fishing me!

In essence, the maximum speed a trolling motor can attain is based on the maximum speed of the electric motor and the propeller diameter. See below from the Minn Kota Website. This is a link to their calculation of 4.95 MPH top speed from their trolling motors. More thrust will get you up to...

Here is an option for basic kayak steering that could be useful if you do go the PWM route. @Mickey Rat's build is using a slicker looking Newport Vessel steering bracket. Just run the two steering lines up beside your seat and put some type of grip on the end. @mickey rat is using handles...

I'd contact Outcast customer service and ask if any of their current model inflatable seat & back cushions might work e.g. from Fish Cat Deluxe, Super Fat Cat, OSG Prowler. It is possible to get glue-on oar patches for pinned oars similar to the Commander, Scout, Stealth Pro. Outcast customer...

The Outcast frameless Fish Cat Scout, Stealth Pro and Commanders are quite versatile boats. To date I've only used mine for stillwater fishing but wouldn't hesitate to try it on a Class 1 or 2 river. The limiting factor with the rivers will be my skill, not the boat! As a 65 year old with a...

Depending on your sewing ability/equipment, I've had really good luck getting webbing repairs, additions, etc. done at a local shop repair shop. They are used to working with thicker materials with restricted access and have the heavier duty sewing machines, needles, etc. I don't think I've...

The old aluminum framed backpacks from the 1970s/80s are lightweight and provide lots of lash/bungee points. One of the biggest benefits I founds is that most of these old framed packs have waist belts. They didn't come in camo in those day though!

Those are the valves used on the seat and seat back bladders aren't they? I'd contact email Outcast and see if they have a recommendation for flushing out that style of valve. They may also have a recommendation for replacement if flushing isn't successful. I've gotten good response from...

I keep the depth finder weight below clipped to my stillwater vest for getting a quick depth reading. Easy to clip to marked paracord or the end of a fly line.