MotorGuide Xi3 Saltwater trolling motor on a Hobie PA 14 kayak
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Күн бұрынTesting the MotorGuide Xi3 Saltwater edition on a Hobie PA 14 Kayak. Utilizing the MotorGuide quick release on the OneObjective Kayak Trolling Motor Mount.
Set up ideas: • Motorguide Xi3 on Hobi...
Installing Step by Step Guide: • Step by Step of How to...
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MotorGuide Xi3: shop.motorguide.com/products/...
MotorGuide Quick release mount: shop.motorguide.com/products/...
One Objective Kayak Trolling Motor Mount: www.oneobjectivebf.com/store/...
00:00 Saltwater MotorGuide Xi3
01:05 MotorGuide Quick release
01:30 OneObjective bow mount
03:02 How to calibrate GPS
06:06 Pinpoint Anchor (like spot lock)
07:12 Cutting Trolling motor Shaft voids warranty
@AngelmanBlog 2 жыл бұрын
Loved the review but my favorite part was the "nothing in life is perfect." LOL! That was awesome!
@CurrentJAM 2 жыл бұрын
haha, Glad you enjoyed it!
@kfs4869 Жыл бұрын
Awesome kayak setup!
@CurrentJAM Жыл бұрын
Thanks 🙏 I’m in SD for a while, looking to get it out in the water soon.
@anthonyvespia6662 5 ай бұрын
I was going to get the PA-12' love that boat and the blue and new orange camo is my Fav. But I also loved the AP-120, with spot lock. I had already purchased my new PP-767 J2 Bixpy. So I run the Bixpy, and then my Minnkota when I fish. It's awesome to have that spot lock on a craft you trust. Sweet set-up bro!! 😎 💯 🛶
@CurrentJAM 5 ай бұрын
Good choice! I was afraid of getting stuck up the creek with a paddle, so to speak, if my motor died so went with the peddle drive as a back up. How do you like the Bixpy? - I Agee the spot lock is a game changer.
@anthonyvespia6662 5 ай бұрын
@@CurrentJAM The Bixpy is awesome, and it's just one power wire. I purchased it because, if my Minnkota dies, or I have any issue connection on either. I'll always have power, to get back home. I've always run a Bixpy, with my fin drive. 😎
@mtnguyen1696 6 ай бұрын
do you have any issues with your xi3 and do you still use it today? I'm in the market for one and can't decide between xi3 or one of minn kota gps shortest shaft version. any insight from you would be great.
@CurrentJAM 6 ай бұрын
I haven’t experienced any issues with the Xi3. I have a minn kota on my boat and the spot lock feature struggles to keep position from my experience. That’s not to say that the kayak version wouldn’t have an easier time with a smaller vessel. Minn Kota is overall ranked better than the Motorguide from the experts so it comes down to budget vs some extra features. www.trollingmotors.net/blogs/selection/86961159-minn-kota-vs-motorguide
@cjbkjc Жыл бұрын
Great video, thank you. Curious if you have a center mounted transducer? If so does the bow mount trolling motor cause issues with a center mounted transducer since it will be subject to the transducer to water turbulence?
@CurrentJAM Жыл бұрын
Great question! I do utilize the center transducer mount that comes with the Hobie PA. I have not noticed any image artifacts or noise due to the water turbulence. Even at top speed. Hope this helps.
@taylorcaputo3013 Жыл бұрын
Have you tested this set up in choppy/windy conditions? I have a pa14 and frequently fish in 1-2 ft chop. I'm very interested in buying one of these but I'm worried that the weight on the bow would make for a very wet ride.
@CurrentJAM Жыл бұрын
It could be a wet ride in chop even without it, at least from my experience, the bow digs into waves. 1-2 ft chop shouldn’t effect the prop but would really depend on the frequency of the waves. 1-2 ft chop at 12+S np, 1-2ft at 3-5s might be an issue - with the prop getting a lot of air time
@ElCatrinMuerto Жыл бұрын
"Just to remind me that nothing in life is perfect" 🤣🤣🤣
@CurrentJAM Жыл бұрын
Haha. Have to laugh at mistakes.
@anunakkii562 6 ай бұрын
what model is your lowrance ? n does it matter what model you get for the spot lock?>
@CurrentJAM 6 ай бұрын
The model in the video is an XI3 that was cut down to size as they didn’t have a saltwater kayak version available at that time. There is a newer kayak version XI3 SALTWATER 55LB 36" WITH PINPOINT GPS. Pinpoint GPS is required to use the anchor feature.
@tomterrific2018 2 жыл бұрын
Looks great.what’s was the total weight was added to bow of pro angler (motor + mount) …did the weight effect the performance of kayak? Thanks
@CurrentJAM 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Tom, the unit is about 42 lbs and the plate is really light composite (max 50 lbs total) I went out on a calm day so wont know how it will handle in chop. The nose barely moved when I placed the unit on top. It handled it like a dream.
@tomterrific2018 2 жыл бұрын
@@CurrentJAM Thanks adding a rear mounted motor and the battery is a 50 ah lithium..weights 25lb…was planning on storing the battery in front hatch…thanks..tight lines
@CurrentJAM 2 жыл бұрын
@@tomterrific2018 that shouldn’t be an issue at all. Cheers!
@lorioli57 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, thanks for this video! I have the same PA360 and i'm iteresting of Motorguide. Some curiosities : what was your speed with Motorguide? How many Knots? How aobut battery and capacity? Thanks for answer. luca
@CurrentJAM 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Luca I was getting about 4 knots but since my shaft wasn’t in the water enough, it wasn’t a good test for max speed with the unit. I use dual FPV-Power 50Ah Lithium Batteries. They should last me 10+ hours but haven’t had the chance to confirm - it’s off season at the moment so I would need to test this coming spring.
@lorioli57 2 жыл бұрын
@@CurrentJAM Many thanks for the answer my friend 🙏 ! Me too I’m waiting spring and we hope in a good season. Take care
@CurrentJAM 2 жыл бұрын
@@lorioli57 tight lines Luca! The season is going to be among us soon enough. Cheers!
@Mothas_Milk 2 жыл бұрын
Curt have you had a chance to test it again yet?
@CurrentJAM 2 жыл бұрын
I get about 4-4.6 on a flat day My dual 50AH lithium batteries last 10+ hours - I dont have a gauge to tell how much juice is left.
@JSAVGA 2 жыл бұрын
You said Motorguide is coming out with a saltwater kayak motor for 2022. Do you have a link for any information on this?
@CurrentJAM 2 жыл бұрын
Hi James, not sure it’s on their site yet. It was mentioned in iCast and the dealers also got word of it coming out for 2022, if all goes well. Check this out. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Z6h7hqyX2t3aenU.html
@ArbitraryLifestyle 2 жыл бұрын
Waiting on this version myself. Definitely going to paint that damn thing black though haha.
@CurrentJAM 2 жыл бұрын
Haha. Share what it looks like when you paint it.
@tomaszewskid Жыл бұрын
You still using the FPV 50ah battery? You find that is enough to last all day? You use separate battery for the electronics?
@CurrentJAM Жыл бұрын
I use dual 50Ah batteries for the trolling motor, they last all day. I use a 10Ah battery for my fish finder.
@SuperBoyd Жыл бұрын
Hey how did you make the collar to retrieve it? Id love to see more of that.
@CurrentJAM Жыл бұрын
It’s the Garmin 0101278401 Trolling Motor Shaft Mount, for LVS32
@CurrentJAM Жыл бұрын
Strong Paracord to pull it, it's a simple set up that works well.
@SuperBoyd Жыл бұрын
@@CurrentJAM thank you for the quick response :)
@markskibo5159 Жыл бұрын
OK one year later, how is it? does the extra weight affect the ride ? By the way my Wife is perfect , so she says
@CurrentJAM Жыл бұрын
She handles the weight really well. No complaints 🎉
@CrazyCranker 11 ай бұрын
How is this holding up? Has the plastic cracked in the bow yet?
@CurrentJAM 11 ай бұрын
So far so good, no cracking or wear visible yet.
@bornagain9187 7 ай бұрын
How long can you run the trolling Motor on full battery?
@CurrentJAM 7 ай бұрын
I have dual FPV-Power 50Ah batteries connected to the trolling motor and I can use it all day - I have yet to drain it in a full day of fishing.
@mehmetdtx 2 жыл бұрын
How do you like the jog feature?
@CurrentJAM 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Mehmet, the jog is ok. I tend to just reposition and not utilize the jog feature.
@fishingtherapy4565 2 жыл бұрын
how fast can you go assuming minimal wind?
@fishingtherapy4565 2 жыл бұрын
im an idiot. i just read your comment on 4.6mph
@CurrentJAM 2 жыл бұрын
Haha. No worries at all. I will have a more accurate reading this spring.
@FMyers123 2 жыл бұрын
What shaft clamp is that?
@CurrentJAM 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Franklyn It’s the Garmin 0101278401 Trolling Motor Shaft Mount, for LVS32
@edgars00789 2 жыл бұрын
Can I use the hobie pro angler kayak in saltwater
@CurrentJAM 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Edgar, you sure can. I currently fish saltwater exclusively.
@edgars00789 2 жыл бұрын
I wish I could win a Hobie kayak pro angler 14 360 but I'm a very poor man
@CurrentJAM 2 жыл бұрын
@@edgars00789 That would be amazing Edgar. The majority of my life, I fished from shore. I could not afford any type of vessel, so I did the next best thing, surf fish. One day, you will be able to pick up the craft you desire, until then, find a substitute. ~best
@jimmyinthaphanh2993 2 жыл бұрын
Have you had any problems with kayak itself? Some people have had problems with the drive and belts for the 360 popping. I just sold my 2020 Outback. Looking to upgrade to a PA14 360 now.
@CurrentJAM 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Jimmy, i've encounter noise issues early on, very loud squeaking, each time I peddled. I did a combo of Boeshild T-9 and clutch tightening to address it, although I do have to reapply T-9 after a few trips. I also take on small amounts of water from the rear hatch, it's not enough to cause concern, but I do have to dry it out after each use. Other than that I'm happy with it so far.
@jimmyinthaphanh2993 2 жыл бұрын
@@CurrentJAM awesome!
@murphfishing 2 жыл бұрын
@@CurrentJAM I have that same problem but for the life of me I can't figure out where the water gets in. I have to keep a sponge in the front hatch and sponge it out after each trip, not a lot of water, about a coffee cup?
@CurrentJAM 2 жыл бұрын
I was determined to try and figure it out where the water was coming in from, so when hosing down the kayak I paid close attention to where water was coming in. If the bucket is inserted in my bow hatch it doesn’t seal correctly. Removing the large white bucket solve that. Water also get in via the rod tubes in the bow, I haven’t solved this yet. I also have water coming in via the hatch in the stern and also via the screws on the rudder square hatch in the stern (I’ve sealed the screws but the round hatch still leaks) Not a lot of water to be concerned, but enough to be curiously annoyed 😠 How that helps.
@PeterRanieriII Жыл бұрын
haha I remember this day, was like why the heck is that kayaker out there in the middle of winter doing donuts...did you end up selling this setup? hope all is well my friend. I'm tempted to try and install this in the stern of a kayak...
@CurrentJAM Жыл бұрын
Haha!! You should do it! The anchor feature is the big seller for me
@12restoration Жыл бұрын
I wish the remote was like the minn kota.
@CurrentJAM Жыл бұрын
I have both at the moment. My boat came with an MK. What in particular do you like about the MK remote?
@flintriverkayaking7051 Жыл бұрын
Meds to check out my motorguide xi3 video before you go drilling holes in your kayaks and putting pulleys and all that, no drilling needed
@CurrentJAM Жыл бұрын
Share the video for those that want to check it out mate.
@flintriverkayaking7051 Жыл бұрын
@@CurrentJAM how do I share it more I'd love to help anyone I can I think it really helps with penetrations in the hull for water to find?
@georgemessiha2320 2 жыл бұрын
Hi great video but, too much trouble, an Old town Kayak has all of that setup already
@CurrentJAM 2 жыл бұрын
This is true my friend, but the pedal drive does provide mobility and non electrical propulsion if needed, outside of a hand paddle. These two combined are the best of both worlds. If I had to choose one or the other, it would be dependent if I ever want to fish tournaments that don't allow for a motor. For my current fishing, i would lean towards the Old Town.
@ArbitraryLifestyle 2 жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoy paddling, because you'd never be able to have your motor deployed in a lot of places I fish or need to cross in order to get to the honey hole. I can simply do "futter kicks" with my fins in skinny water and then return to full kicks when it's deep enough (sometimes for only a few feet at a time) in my Hobie. Having a powerful motor up front that can be deployed when needed and still retail pedal power otherwise is the shit!!
@mtnguyen1696 6 ай бұрын
do you have any issues with your xi3 and do you still use it today? I'm in the market for one and can't decide between xi3 or one or minn kota gps shortest shaft version. any insight from you would be great.
@CurrentJAM 6 ай бұрын
I answered in your other comment. Let me know which one you choose. Can’t go wrong with either option. They are both great.
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