Gel Batteries

RichardP · Post by **RichardP** » October 2nd, 2002, 8:22 am

Is anyone using AGM gel batteries for their trolling motors? If so, do they do a good job?

Thanks.

Post by **GeorgeP** » October 3rd, 2002, 8:37 am

First, AGM batteries are not Gel Batteries. The AGM stands for Absorbed Glass Mat.

Second, they are the only trolling motor batteries on my boat. Had a Grp 31 on my last boat and actually trolled for Crappie two days (that is about 18 hours) on a single charge. Just got my new boat with a MinnKota Riptide AP and there are two group 24 Bass Pro Shop AGM batteries for it. I know they are a little more expensive, but IMHO they are worth it. Oh they get considerably more deep recharges than any other type.

Post by **Blue Dolphin** » October 3rd, 2002, 10:52 pm

I use gel cell batteries I have the starting gel in the 24 group and the 27 group for the trolling motor...........I am on my secand gel for the trolling motor I got 10 years out of the first one......the starting gel is over 5 years old and still like new......realy like them they charge back 100% and hold the charge way longer than led batteries..........