Saltwater Trolling Motors
- Specially treated and built to withstand corrosive saltwater environments
- Bow mounts are most common. Transom mounts are more affordable, but offer less precise steering.
- For boat-specific recommendations, see our top-picks for off-shore center console and flats boats
Thrust Selection
Please remember that boat weight is the most important criteria to use when selecting an appropriate motor size. Boat length is provided as a helpful guideline but should not be used as a primary determinant of motor size. If you're unsure how much your boat weighs, you can look it up in the NADA boat directory.

"Performance Thrust" recommendations are if you'll use the motor in strong currents or waves, or if you simply want extended run time and power. For more information please see our trolling motor thrust guide.
Top Staff Recommendations - Saltwater
Riptide SE 55
- Affordable saltwater peformance
- Variable speed motor, quality mount
- Starting around $700
All Saltwater Motors
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MotorGuide VariMax V55 SW
$429.95 -
Minn Kota Riptide 55 Transom
$519.95 -
Minn Kota Riptide SE 55
$649.95 -
Minn Kota Riptide SP 55
$749.95
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MotorGuide Great White 109 Transom
$749.95 -
Minn Kota Riptide SP 70
$899.95 -
Minn Kota Riptide SM 80 Bowguard
$979.95 -
MotorGuide Great White 82
$999.95
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Minn Kota Riptide SF 80
$1,129.95 -
Minn Kota Riptide ST 80
$1,199.95 -
Minn Kota Riptide SF 101
$1,249.95 -
Minn Kota Riptide ST 55
$1,289.95
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Minn Kota Riptide ST 101
$1,649.95




