Terrova or ultrex? Which one and why
Terrova or ultrex? Which one and why
Had both. Ultrex all day every day
1. Ultrex mount is basically identical to standard. Terrova can require slide mount sometimes. Also, ultrex lifts in and out same as traditional. Terrova you have to push down on handle and left by head of trolling motor. Not bad, but on a bullet you could end up way out on the nose.
2. Steering - Ultrex food pedal works same as traditional. Terrova is pure electronic. button to go left, button to go right. I got used to it, but weaving in timber can be tricky.
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3. I think the terrova is much lighter, but verify that
4. Terrova is definitely much cheaper
Had both myself as well. The terrova is a good motor but there is no comparison between it and an ultrex.
The ultrex has a pedal you’ll be more used to, the head turns faster than the head on a terrova and it is much more sturdy. Stop and deploy goes to the ultrex as well.
The only advantage the Terrova has is that it is cheaper.
Yeah the price had me trying to decide which one lol
Ultrex !!!
BULLET 20 XRD/250 Merc Sport XS
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Can anyone on here beat $1860 for an ultrex?
That is about cost on one from a wholesaler around here.
BULLET 20 XRD/250 Merc Sport XS
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I’ve found one for that price. That’s brand new and free shipping
I agree with everyone above. I've owned both and the Ultrex is the ticket.
SUSHII
21XRS/SHO
Ultrex!!!! I ordered mine from Hodges Marine as there was a shortage when they first came out. I am sure there are some board sponsors that will just about match prices. If you are used to operating a cable for control trolling motor then the ultra is he clear choice. It steers almost exactly like an old school trolling motor. That spot lock is the bees knees!!!!!
You better jump on that deal. That is very cheap. I haven't seen one under $2000 ever.Originally Posted by 21xdc95bullet
Had the tour before my ultrex....freakin love the ultrex. I would recommend spending the 150-200 to have it installed by a certified minn kota dealer. 99% of the problems guys have with the ultrex is because they did the install themselves.
What does a dealer do thats different than a garage warrior would do?
xpress x19, 200ho G2, aluminum sawtooth cut prop, paper sack tackle storage, ugly stik pro team, color c-lector
I do all my stuff myself...can’t stand the thought of counting on someone else doing it like I want it ....
BULLET 20 XRD/250 Merc Sport XS
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Do it right the first time....haha
I guess you have a special dealer because thats not the norm!
xpress x19, 200ho G2, aluminum sawtooth cut prop, paper sack tackle storage, ugly stik pro team, color c-lector
If you read some of the adventures of the do it yourselfers on the trolling motor forum you'll see what I mean. Lot of them breaking parts on the tm, didn't install correctly, etc... A lot of guys are saying they may wait until the kinks are straightened out before they get the ultrex because they are reading the reviews of guys that install themselves. Best bet is to have dealer install the ultrex right the first time. Less headache. I haven't had one issue with mine. I'd definitely encourage anyone looking to get the ultrex to do so. Just taking a chance of unit not working correctly if you install yourself.
Hey whip, those guys are probably the type that doesn’t know a hammer from a screwdriver.
2008 BULLET 21XD 2007 Merc 300xs
I have no doubt about that...haha...weekend warriors.
I just got one.....and paid more...that’s a great price
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