Need all u i-pilot guru's to chime n for suggestions,comments,likes and dislikes concerning the fact gathering u did prior to purchase. Thanking u in advance.

For white, stripe, bay fishing, the only thing I dont like abt my ripTide iPilot is the price.

Oh, the spot anchor and control drift are the two most used features for me. Love those features and dont care abt the rest. Bill davis can tell u more also.

I dont like having to install mine in the rain--that is what I did yesterday.

Jedi-ninja, I will purchase one and if ur of with it u can install mine n on a sunny day.

Perfect unit for sandbass etc. Doesn't hold tight enough for crappie brush pile fishing most of the time. Don't get me wrong I love mine just pointing out some facts.

Great unit for whites,hybrids, and striper fishing...which is basically all I do on public lakes.

Downside is the mount that places the head of the motor outside the boat. Easy to damage during launch and retrieve.

Overall, I would not leave home without it.

How about brand names one vs the other??

The anchor lock is great. Great for open water. Meadowlark is right on about the mount. Mine hits on the roller when lauching.

Just ask Sand Johnny how he likes his, I like mine so much that when I fish with him I wont be the anchor boy any more I am the remote BOY!!!!!!!!!!! Would not take any thing for either one of them they make sand bass fishing so much better on my back

It is great . Best thing is anchor lock for sandbass fishing. The guys that go with me love it because they don't have to do the dirty work.
Johnny

As mad as I am at mine right now I'd still have to recommend it. I chimed in on the other post and it turns out the control board went out on mine (warranty is supposedly going to cover it) and I've had several other issues. (remotes and azimuth drive)

I would also recommend getting the 101# thrust, I've got it and it comes in handy in the wind and especially if you ever take the boat down to the coast.

If you use it A LOT you will likely have more long term expenses then if you get a foot or hand operated version. I've added about $300 to the original cost to mine now.

Still enjoy it but now realize it has down sides.

Oh and if your battery goes out on your remote while your fishing (has happened multiple times to me) no more trollin motor. Or if you loose it or drop it in that'll cost you $120.

Thank you all.!!