Flat Foot With An Older Trolling Motor

[Gene Eby]

I fish out of an older Stratos (96) which I use an Motor guide trolling motor, was wondering if I can make a flat foot work with this older trolling motor, and if anyone has had any experience with this. What are your opinions on this addition. I'm a D/V and have had my left knee rebuilt and ankle fused and us my left foot on my T/M and am looking for a bit of relief on my knee and lower back.

Thanks for your input, great info on the forum and you all have really shared a lot of info.

Gene

[Wayne P.]

What is your definition of "flat foot"?

[Gene Eby]

The "box" for better name that you inset in the front deck and mount the foot control for the trolling motor in. Basspro sells one for about $145 but it is type specific ie, Minncota , Motor Guide. But sense mine is older not sure it will work.

Gene

[Wayne P.]

The dimensions of the trays are here.

Get the one that your foot pedal fits in.

There are Minnkota and Motor Guide models listed. The Minnkota models are wider.

http://www.rodsaver.com/04_trolling/ffmk.html

[slonezp]

May I suggest replacing your TM with the MK iPilot. It's remote controlled. My right ankle is fused which has led to hip and knee issues. I got the iPilot when it came out and love it.

[joefish]

Troll-Eze recessed tray fits either MK or MG trolling motor control. All Aluminum construction and sells for $89.00. plus freight.