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

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.

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

I am amazed at how easy it is to install and run this motor. I put it on a Seahawk 2 and a Seahawk 4, with the Intex Composite Motor Mount. The Endura C2 30 has plenty of power for my max load application, which is me and 3 kids in the "big" boat, a total of around 700lbs including the motor, battery, people, and fishing gear. I juice it with an Everstart marine battery with 750MCA, and we can go for around 3 or 4 hours at speed 3, and still have 50 percent left on the battery. It really has a nice kick when clicked into speed 5 - we actually leave a wake! The Minn Kota drips with quality at ever turn. It has easy controls, including telescoping and easy click speed control, tilt shaft, depth control, and steering lock/tightening. I cannot even hear the motor when it is running. It is lightweight, as my eight year old carries it around. The only thing I would say, is upgrade the battery connection. It comes with a sort of terminal end to bolt on to the battery. I prefer a plug style connector so I can easily disconnect the motor from my battery box. That is just for my rig, so for others, the terminal end may work. Anyway, this Minn Kota Endura C2 30lb is a fantastic little motor, and the price is right.

My original Minn Kota of nearly 10 years quit working. This motor was old when it was given to me, and I got a lot of use out of it. This in mind I was more than happy to replace it with this newer, quieter, and much prettier version. I put this motor on my small boat and my inflatable pontoon to troll for different species in my local lakes. It pushes my boat at a competent speed for being only 30 pound thrust. However, in comparison to my original Minn Kota, reverse on this new motor is almost useless. Speed level 3 in reverse is equal to about 1/2 of speed 1 in Forward with twice as much noise. Sometimes in ultra shallow water, I will use my trolling motor to avoid banging my outboard on rocks and other hazards. The composite shaft is durable and I feel very confident it will not break as opposed to my lower unit of my outboard. In the shallows, I've found to avoid collision directly in front of me, I will turn the handle completely around and forward thrust in the opposite direction creating a powerful reverse. Otherwise I would offer a 5 star review.

I've used this motor now for two fishing seasons. It's reliable, quiet and exactly what I need to push my little boat around the lake. Using this motor with a 90 amp hour battery, I get about one long day of fishing in, so it's helpful to pack along a second battery just in case. It's light, packs up tight, and comes apart easily if you need to change the prop or unwind fishing line that gets inside the housing. This is a great motor for the price. Highly recommended!

Producto muy bueno.. Funciona perfecto y lleva una velocidad no fuerte pero buena para lo que la quieres.. Me gusto

Buen troleador, muy práctico, sobretodo muy durable!

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

Recomendable muy contento con mi compra es más de lo que me esperaba