Minn Kota Mentions Redfish Tour in National Press Release

Tour sponsor Minn Kota launched its new line of Riptide saltwater trolling motors in July 2001. The new line boasts several corrosion fighting technologies and has been backed up with an unprecedented three-year warranty.

"Fighting corrosion is the number one challenge in the saltwater marine market," Minn Kota Brand Manager Joe Brown said. "We focused on beefing up Riptide's corrosion protection to continue to ensure it is the most durable saltwater trolling motor available. The three year warranty demonstrates our confidence in Riptide's durability."

Specifically, Minn Kota has attached a "sacrificial anode" (patent pending) to the propeller hub, which will attract corrosive forces away from the other metallic surfaces of the motor. They also use a five-step protective coating process and incorporate stainless steel hardware and a non-corrosive composite shaft to battle the effect of saltwater- triggered corrosion. Additionally, the design of the motor has been dramatically changed to project a sporty look and its color is now predominately white which complements the appearance of saltwater vessels.

Minn Kota's support of our tour was demonstrated in the press release as well. "We recognize that the saltwater trolling motor market is expanding very rapidly," said Brown. "That's proven by the popularity of the Redfish Tour we co-sponsor, as well as the dramatic increase of in-shore saltwater fishing along the Gulf Coast and the Northeast. A highly-durable saltwater trolling motor is being sought by these anglers and we feel we have delivered it with the new Riptide."

Check out their website www.minkotamotors.com for a look at the products they have to offer.