New trolling motor

Well dad wants a new trolling motor for our champion for his Christmas. The boat is a 223 elite soooo the question is which model of minn Kota is the best for the money with I pilot. And what size do y’all suggest, currently it’s an old 73lb motorguide.

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24V = Ultrex 80# had this on my 18'
36V = Ultrex 112# put this on my current 21'

Outside chart/SI, most useful equipment on the boat.

The champs need the 52” shaft for sure, just installed the 112lb 52” Ultrex on my 203 and it is golden. I mean if y’all are rocking the 22’ boat I would definitely say get the 112.

Champs sit up kinda high and catch a lot of wind. Get the biggest TM you can afford. You can always dial it back.

I have a 206 Champion and in 2014 I put a minn kota fortrex 112lb 36 volts 45in shaft I wish I would have got a 52in shaft , its going to make me get the ultrex sooner though lol.

I’ve got a 112# Ultrex on my 19’ Nitro and I’m glad I have it. 52” shaft would have come in handy at times in high wind. Also, I have i-pilot but not link. Didn’t feel the need for the additional HB equipment. Still don’t feel any different since I’ve had the Ultrex.

Get him the 24volt ultrex inless your gunna buy him a battery and install it

I installed the 36 volt Ultrex on my Phoenix Friday. Heading to the lake soon to try it. I got the 52” shaft.

Definitely 52" shaft...I have one on my BassCat and my Champion, perfect length
He will LOVE the spot lock...best thing I've ever done