YankeeRedfisher Posted December 2, 2015 Report Share Posted December 2, 2015 I'm thinking of mounting a Talon 8' on my Hewes RF18. I would appreciate any advice or help from members who may have done this. Results? Issues? Thanks for any help you can provide Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linesider 159 Posted December 2, 2015 Report Share Posted December 2, 2015 Wait a little bit and get the 3 stage 8 foot talon, or better yet get the 10 or 12 foot talon. The 12 foot talon is almost same height as 8 foot blade The 3 stage 8 foot talon is a better design and very short Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnd Posted December 4, 2015 Report Share Posted December 4, 2015 I have older Talon on older RF18. I also fish a 20ft Scout with new PowerPole. Regarding Talon: the only "trouble" issue had was my failure to freshwater flush. After a year salt build up stopped full extension. Dealer took apart, cleaned...now I flush & no issues Mounted on transom (with bracket to extend past tabs). Wind will spin the boat putting transom into wind (both systems). That can stink in rough wind driven conditions. Wish I had kept my StickIt to use on bow to really hold a position. It's quiet and fast. I think faster than PP, but recently using PP it seemed quieter, especially hitting rocky bottom. The Talon will "crunch" trying to set, the PP will bounce. Both scare fish in skinny water I never use an anchor anymore...in deeper water I use IPilot "anchor lock" If I had to do it again, YES I would buy another Talon. (Note: since most on this Board use PP and always praise PP customer service, I have never had to call Talon customer service so can't comment good or bad) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YankeeRedfisher Posted December 4, 2015 Author Report Share Posted December 4, 2015 Thanks for the inputs.I've mulled over what you said relative to operating and spin around. Got that solved as I have both an Ipilot and a Stickit. Got a good price on Amazon for the NEW 10 ft that deploys in 3 stages.$1606.00 Looking forward to a good winter project in my barn up here in MD. Will sea trial it in March in Matlacha fl!! :content: :content: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linesider 159 Posted December 4, 2015 Report Share Posted December 4, 2015 Also check out the 12 footers in you fish in some deeper water. I have dual 12 foot talons and love them. I actually prefer them over powerpole, but that doesnt mean the powerpole is a bad product, it isnt. You may also want to look into the tilt bracket for the talon if you have low clearance anywhere. I can fold my talons down on the back deck. I also fold them down and fully extend them to rinse after saltwater, and will spray crc on them every once and a while to keep them quiet as they will squeak a little if lacking a little lubrication. I also had the talon brackets anodized black to match the rest of the boat (3rd photo). It only costs 100$ total for dual brackets (6 pieces) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Larry Posted December 7, 2015 Report Share Posted December 7, 2015 Use the 10ft on my 18. I like it much better than the Power Pole I replaced. Use the bracket install Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YankeeRedfisher Posted December 14, 2015 Author Report Share Posted December 14, 2015 not sure what you meant by the "bracket install" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Larry Posted December 14, 2015 Report Share Posted December 14, 2015 The bracket will offer you a install without drilling roles in your Transom and Liners. You place the bracket Behind Engine and use the existing bolts to install the Talon. It can be adjusted to insure proper locstion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YankeeRedfisher Posted December 21, 2015 Author Report Share Posted December 21, 2015 Is this an accessory on the minkota site ?? I've not seen it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linesider 159 Posted December 21, 2015 Report Share Posted December 21, 2015 Look at "adapter plate". It's either under the shallow water anchor section or is its own section. By the way, you can get a 12 foot talon for $1420 depending on what website you go on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linesider 159 Posted December 22, 2015 Report Share Posted December 22, 2015 http://universalmania.com/minn-kota-talon-12-ft-black-shallow-water-anchor/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fin-addict Posted December 22, 2015 Report Share Posted December 22, 2015 159, why do you like the talon over the pp. have a chance to get a used (2yr) 8' pro 2 pp but do not know if I have the clearance due to my troll n tab trim tab unit. only want to transom mount. thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linesider 159 Posted December 22, 2015 Report Share Posted December 22, 2015 10 foot blade/8 foot blade or pro series vs 12 foot talon. 12 Foot talon is: Quicker to deploy Quieter Deeper Easier to use when docking Soft bottom and rough water mode No pumps so extra storage Shorter height when not deployed (Especially the new 8 foot talon coming out) Built in wave absorption while powerpole you have to buy the wave pack separate Power pole: Amazing customer service 9 lbs lighter (10 foot blade) Lots of accessories Talon negatives: They will make a little squeak on the 2nd stage of deployment, to get rid of this i just spray a little 656 on them every 10 trips or so and they are dead silent Powerpole negative: More flex in spike Hydraulic pump takes storage Thats really about it. I would not hesitate to own either product. They are both great. Just my preference for my style of fishing A friend who said i was nuts for getting talons now wants them after fishing with me (He has dual 8 foot pro series 2). If the talons stay reliable, then i will continue to really like them I think talon scared some people off with the original model, but this new design is a very good one. A friend has dual 10 footers and he really likes them, no issues Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fin-addict Posted December 22, 2015 Report Share Posted December 22, 2015 thanks much for the info on both. been looking the net on new 8' black talons. not many, mostly silver. the cost for it is the same as the 8' pro II series pp's, surprised. prices from 1500-1799. I thought they were 1100-1300. black are more $$$$ than silver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linesider 159 Posted December 23, 2015 Report Share Posted December 23, 2015 Interesting, have you looked at going bigger? 12 foot talon from the website i posted is cheaper than 8 foot. I know on BBC Boards they say Universal mania is a good one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fin-addict Posted December 23, 2015 Report Share Posted December 23, 2015 checked the site you mentioned, great price on the 12's. only problem, pathfinder/talon dealer said the talon can not be transom mounted due to the troll-n-tab system I have, not enough clearance. do not want to use an engine bracket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linesider 159 Posted December 23, 2015 Report Share Posted December 23, 2015 How about this? http://www.minnkotamotors.com/Products/TALON-SETBACK-BRACKET/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fin-addict Posted December 23, 2015 Report Share Posted December 23, 2015 have to check it out thanks. mentioned earlier I have a chance to buy a almost 2 year old 8' pro series II pp depending on shipping cost. sight unseen. just received photos, looks almost new. noticed however it is the one called hybrid, out for a short time only. hybrid because they used the sig. series mounting style hardware (U shape bracket), not the arm style with the flat mounting plate you see today. this was due to a change in manufactures at the time. it is also being used on a guide boat rather than a weekend angler so seeing a lot more use I ***ume. the gentlemen selling it seem like a standup guy but I am being told by others that I am paying too much. what are your feeling on what it should go for. do not want to offend the seller at all or put you guys on the spot as he is a member of this forum. if you care not to give suggestions on price I fully understand 100%. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linesider 159 Posted December 23, 2015 Report Share Posted December 23, 2015 A black used pro 2 should be selling 800-1000,with an almost brand new bringing 1100. I can get 700-800 all day on used pro series 1 8 footers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fin-addict Posted December 24, 2015 Report Share Posted December 24, 2015 you hit the nail on the head, good going. merry Christmas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linesider 159 Posted December 24, 2015 Report Share Posted December 24, 2015 Merry Christmas to you as well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.thumb.jpg.365c100f2fc10bdf5da754c4fc391efb.jpg)
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.