2 Questions

[Duke Fishing]

Just wanted to know if anybody had any opinions about Cabelas AGM deep cycle batteries.  I need to get two new batts for trolling motor this year and I am thinking about the Cableas AGM.  I run 24 volt minnkota trolling motor.

Also, thinking about picking up new reel.  Looking at Bass Pro Pro Qualifer bait cast reel.

Any opinions would be appreciated.  Thanks in advance.

[MadWags]

I ahve no experience with the Cabelas brand battery.
I have been using the West Marine brand and have had good luck with those.
As far as BPS reels, I bought two of the Carbonlite baitcasters last year and I am very
pleased with how they performed. I like the dual breaking system.

[Bender]

I have two of the Cabela's AGM batteries for my TM. I got the Group 27s because they are 62.5 pounds compared to 84 pounds for the Group 30. I've been very happy with them and I've had them for about 2 1/2 seasons. I fish a lot so they get a good workout and have never let me down. My TM also does not have the "maximizer" circuitry so it tore through my old batteries pretty quickly. I see that they are now on sale in the Bargain Cave on Cabela's website and I would say they are a steal at $145 considering I paid $190 for each.

I've heard only good things about the Pro Qualifier reel although I don't have one. I do have a Carbonlite and really like it even though it has seem minimal use.

[Duke Fishing]

Thanks guys, appreciate the info.  I ordered the pro qualifer a few minutes ago.  I'll let you know how it works out.  It also has dual braking and I only heard good things about it.  I usually buy higher end reels/rod combos only but with needing new batts this year the wallet is already getting a workout.  Not to mention, who knows where gas prices will be this summer.  Thats also why I am looking into the agm's.  The price on those is pretty good so I figure I will probably give them a go.  I am going to try to wait until cabelas send me one of those spend 200.00 get 50 back slips.  Does anybody know when they are doing there big spring fishing expo?  I know bass pros is going on now (also why I bought pq reel now too is was marked down 20 bucks)  .


Thanks,

Duke

[Waterfoul]

Deka makes our West Marine batteries, and we've had very good luck with the AGM models, as well as with our standard deep cycles.

I believe Deka also makes Cabella's batteries.

Bear in mind, that if you go with AGM style batteries, you will have to have a charger that is rated to charge AGM style batteries.  Not all chargers are suited to do this.

Mike

[Duke Fishing]

Thanks again, I will check on my onboard to make sure it is suitable for charging AGMs.  Hopefully it is.  I heard really good things about DEKA batts so if they make Cabelas Brand then I should do pretty good with them.