Gear Review: Minn Kota Ultrex

What is it?

Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor

What does it do?

The Ultrex is the first cable-driven trolling motor that can be linked to the famous i-Pilot Link, which works in conjunction with Humminbird electronics.

What sets it apart?

Minn Kota’s new Ultrex provides the control of a Fortrex, plus i-Pilot capabilities. Get ultra-responsive, comfortable Power Steering with GPS-powered tools like Spot-Lock, and change the way you fish forever.

How do I use it?

The smart trolling motor puts more control in the angler’s hand, or under his foot. By implementing the i-Pilot features into a bass-boat ready bow mount, which means more time to focus on making the next cast. The Minn Kota Ultrex product lineup will consist of numerous i-Pilot or i-Pilot Link and US2-enabled combos, including 24-volt 80-pound thrust and 36-volt 112-pound thrust versions in 45-, 52- and 60-inch shaft lengths. Product available in late fall 2016.

How much?

$2,199.99 – $2,799.99

More Information:

MinnKotaMotors.com

Editor Insight:

When Minn Kota introduced the i-Pilot technology, the anglers who fully understood the power of that kind of boat control applied it and caught lots of fish. The concept wasn’t originally developed for bass anglers, but now they’ll have that technology at their fingertips to become even more efficient. This is one of those game changers that will put more fish in your boat.