To buy a Optima battery or not????

[Tarponjim]

I've owned Optimas. Never again. Way overpriced for what you get. Didn't outlast my Wal Mart batteries. Get the Group 29 if you want more run time. Group 24's don't have the amps. If that doesn't do it, you either need a bigger trolling motor, another battery, or both. I own 4 minn kotas, 7 deep cycle batteries, and charge or use them daily for 9-10 months a year. If you really need a lot more time, get a 24-volt motor, or at least another battery for your 12.
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