{"product_id":"minn-kota-1363576-riptide-powerdrive-bow-mount-saltwater-trolling-motor-w-handheld-remote-55-lbs-thrust-54-shaft-12-volts-27-1363576","title":"Minn Kota Riptide PowerDrive Bow-Mount Saltwater Trolling Motor – 55 lb. Thrust, 54\" Shaft, 12V, GPS Handheld Remote","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGPS Boat Control Built for Saltwater — Riptide PowerDrive with Advanced Handheld Remote\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Minn Kota Riptide PowerDrive is the go-to bow-mount trolling motor for saltwater anglers who want GPS-powered boat control without stepping up to the full Terrova price point. This model (1363576) comes with the full-featured GPS handheld remote — an LCD-screen controller that lets you set Spot-Lock, adjust speed and steering, and navigate with precision from anywhere on the boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt specifically for saltwater, the Riptide’s lower unit is grit-blasted, aluminum-coated to prevent oxidation, then finished with a powder coat layer for maximum corrosion resistance. The indestructible composite shaft is guaranteed for life. Whether you’re working flats, drifting structure, or holding position in a tidal current, the Riptide PowerDrive keeps you on the fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrust: 55 lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaft Length: 54\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoltage: 12V (single battery)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl: GPS Advanced Handheld Remote with LCD screen (Spot-Lock, speed, steering)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaltwater Protection: Grit-blasted lower unit, aluminum-coated, powder coat finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaft: Indestructible composite — lifetime guarantee against breaking, kinking, or corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery Efficiency: Digital Maximizer™ — up to 5x longer run time per charge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProp: Power Prop (MKP-37) — optimized for open-water performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeploy: Deploy-Assist Lever for easy one-handed stow and deploy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePush-to-Test Battery Meter built in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-Boat Network enabled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty: 2 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRiptide PowerDrive Motor (One-Boat Network enabled)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGPS Advanced Handheld Remote with LCD screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLanyard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMKP-37 Power Prop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaltwater bow-mount applications on flats boats, bay boats, and inshore fishing vessels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoats in the 17–20 ft. range requiring 55 lbs. of thrust on a 12V single-battery system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnglers who want GPS Spot-Lock and remote steering without a foot pedal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep down (Micro Remote): \u003ca href=\"\/products\/minn-kota-1363575-riptide-powerdrive-bow-mount-saltwater-trolling-motor-w-micro-remote-55-lbs-thrust-54-shaft-12-volts\"\u003eRiptide PowerDrive 55 lb. w\/Micro Remote (1363575)\u003c\/a\u003e — same motor, simpler remote\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep up (more thrust): \u003ca href=\"\/products\/minn-kota-1363586-riptide-powerdrive-bow-mount-saltwater-trolling-motor-w-handheld-remote-70-lbs-thrust-54-shaft-24-volts\"\u003eRiptide PowerDrive 70 lb., 24V w\/Handheld Remote (1363586)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep up (full GPS suite): \u003ca href=\"\/products\/minn-kota-1363770-riptide-terrova-bow-mount-saltwater-trolling-motor-55-lbs-thrust-54-shaft-12-volts\"\u003eRiptide Terrova 55 lb., 54\" Shaft, 12V\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eParts Desk Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Riptide PowerDrive 1363576 is the sweet spot for saltwater anglers who want GPS Spot-Lock and handheld remote control on a 12V budget. The key difference between this model and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/minn-kota-1363575-riptide-powerdrive-bow-mount-saltwater-trolling-motor-w-micro-remote-55-lbs-thrust-54-shaft-12-volts\"\u003e1363575 Micro Remote version\u003c\/a\u003e is the remote itself — the handheld here has a full LCD screen and GPS navigation controls, while the micro remote is a simpler speed-and-steer unit. If you’re fishing in areas where holding position against current or wind is critical (tidal flats, inlets, offshore structure), the GPS Spot-Lock on this model is worth the price difference. If you need more thrust for a larger or heavier boat, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/minn-kota-1363586-riptide-powerdrive-bow-mount-saltwater-trolling-motor-w-handheld-remote-70-lbs-thrust-54-shaft-24-volts\"\u003e70 lb. 24V PowerDrive\u003c\/a\u003e is the next step up. For the full Spot-Lock, i-Pilot Link, and autopilot feature set, look at the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/minn-kota-1363770-riptide-terrova-bow-mount-saltwater-trolling-motor-55-lbs-thrust-54-shaft-12-volts\"\u003eRiptide Terrova\u003c\/a\u003e lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LNS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51257009766436,"sku":"27-1363576","price":2659.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/27-1363576.jpg?v=1786687137","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/minn-kota-1363576-riptide-powerdrive-bow-mount-saltwater-trolling-motor-w-handheld-remote-55-lbs-thrust-54-shaft-12-volts-27-1363576","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}