Experienced anglers know that saltwater
can wreak havoc on a trolling motor. That’s why we have  re-engineered
our Riptide® line of trolling motors, to give you more than a
fighting chance against the nasty perils of salt.
From a new paint and finish process,
to proper use of materials, to urethane encapsulated electronics,
no other saltwater trolling motor rivals the performance of Riptide.
And for even greater performance? Add our popular AutoPilot for
Riptide or CoPilot for Riptide options to give you the ultimate
in convenience and control.
A Lesson in Galvanic Corrosion –
Galvanic corrosion is a result of dissimilar metals coming into
electrical contact with saltwater. When this occurs, corrosion will
attack one of the metal components. The closer two metals are to
each other in electrical potential the less the chance of galvanic
corrosion.
Riptide utilizes the correct proportion
of materials (Mild Steel and Aluminum) along with a patented sacrificial
zinc anode to protect motor components from galvanic corrosion.
Corrosion will attack the zinc anode, protecting the other metallic
elements of the motor. Riptide’s sacrificial zinc anode is
discretely located on the hub of the prop, allowing it to be easily
replaced when needed. Further, the anode does not in any way affect
the performance of the trolling motor.
- Advanced Corrosion Protection —
Premium grade alloys, including aluminum upper arms, are impervious
to rust. Metals undergo a rigid multi-step cleaning process before
being anodized or coated with a special zinc dichromate armor
plating and e-coat epoxy.
- Fully Encapsulated Electronics
— All control boards are fully encapsulated in marine-grade
urethane to permanently seal the circuitry from external elements.
The urethane forms an impregnable barrier against the destructive
forces of saltwater.
- AutoPilot™ — Get unparalleled
navigational control and the freedom to catch more fish. Point
the motor head in the direction you want to go, activate the AutoPilot
button and you're ready to go. Keeps your boat trolling on line,
even through heavy wind or chop (on select models).
- 3X™ Steering —Select
Riptide hand control models feature our exclusive 3X™ Steering.
Move the Tilt Steering Control just 60 degrees to change the lower
unit a full 180. Slight handle adjustments give you ultra-responsive
control and ease of handling for sight fishing or when fighting
hard-charging fish.
- Tilt Steering Control — Telescoping
handle provides twice the usable tiller length of standard models.
Tiller tilts 20 degrees for maximum versatility. Ideal for steering
with your knees when the action heats up.
- Maximizer™ — Get up to
five times longer run time on a single charge. Maximizer™
technology controls the draw of power at infinitely variable speeds
to conserve battery power and extend run time.
- Bowguard 360°™ Breakaway
Mount — A Minn Kota exclusive, available on select models!
Breaks away on impact from any direction, protecting your motor,
shaft and boat. Get uninterrupted fishing as the motor automatically
resets itself. No more leaning over the bow of your boat on your
hands and knees wrestling with resetting your motor.
- Stainless Steel Spring — The
spring-loaded system in the Bowguard 360°™ is made of
stainless steel…providing extra protection from rust and
corrosion.
- Latch and Door — Select latch
and door models feature non-binding nylon inserts and anti-seize
lubricant for a lifetime of trouble-free use.
- Cool, Quiet Power — Minn Kota’s
larger brushes, windings and commutators generate less heat, less
noise and run cooler…extending motor life and conserving
battery power. You get greater sustained thrust and more time
on the water. A unique bearing system produces low rpms/high torque
to cut down on fish-spooking noise—so quiet they’ll
never hear you coming.
- 3-Year Warranty — Riptide
bow-mount motors feature Minn Kota’s exclusive three-year
warranty.
Riptide bow-mount motors are available
in 101, 74, 65 and 55 lb thrust levels on 36, 24 and 12 volts.
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