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OT- Anyone else a tournament angler?

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michigan_jason
michigan_jason Posts: 1,346
edited May 2017 in EggHead Forum
Just a quick question for those of you who are serious anglers. Just wondering what types of battery chargers you guys use. I guess this can also apply to anyone else who regularly charges deep cycle batteries. My boats have on board chargers, however I also use a charger to charge my backup batteries. I need to replace it with something good and reliable to charge my batteries when I am on the water to be swapped overnight for the next day of tournament. I know it's a long shot, but I trust the opinions of you guys, and if any of you are serious anglers, you would take it just as serious as your BBQ. Hence my asking. 

Thanks. Tight lines!




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  • DoubleEgger
    DoubleEgger Posts: 17,188
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    Not a tournament angler by no means, but check out Charles Marine if money isn't a concern. 
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  • michigan_jason
    michigan_jason Posts: 1,346
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    DoubleEgger said:
    Not a tournament angler by no means, but check out Charles Marine if money isn't a concern. 
    Just looking for real work advice from others who have to charge 12v deep cycle batteries in a fast and safe manner. I have gone through too many cheap chargers and some if not most kill batteries faster than they charge them. 



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  • Carolina Q
    Carolina Q Posts: 14,831
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    @fishlessman ?

    I hate it when I go to the kitchen for food and all I find are ingredients!                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

    Michael 
    Central Connecticut 

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  • yumdinger
    yumdinger Posts: 255
    edited May 2017
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    My Ranger has a Dual Pro.  Hard to argue with this brand.  Tvry boat I have ever had, Rangers, have had Dual pros and I have never had a problem.  They are also the only Charger that can be repaired if needed.  That said I went from 24 to 36 volt Trolling Motor and had to add a battery, which means I need a 4 bank on board.  I decided to get a portable Noco Genius 11000 to put on my new 31 class AGM cranking battery.  The Noco came with a set of terminal connectors and clamps.  The cord also has a quick disconnect. I have wired a permanent set of leads and zip tied them to my Dual pro cord.  The Noco is relatively small so I just leave it in one of my compartments. I hook up the quick connect to the charger when I plug in my Dual Pro, easy.  This single bank charger also gives me flexibility should I need it on my truck or elsewhere while on the road.
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  • Eoin
    Eoin Posts: 4,304
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    CTEK make very good chargers, I have 2.
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  • michigan_jason
    michigan_jason Posts: 1,346
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    yumdinger said:
    My Ranger has a Dual Pro.  Hard to argue with this brand.  Tvry boat I have ever had, Rangers, have had Dual pros and I have never had a problem.  They are also the only Charger that can be repaired if needed.  That said I went from 24 to 36 volt Trolling Motor and had to add a battery, which means I need a 4 bank on board.  I decided to get a portable Noco Genius 11000 to put on my new 31 class AGM cranking battery.  The Noco came with a set of terminal connectors and clamps.  The cord also has a quick disconnect. I have wired a permanent set of leads and zip tied them to my Dual pro cord.  The Noco is relatively small so I just leave it in one of my compartments. I hook up the quick connect to the charger when I plug in my Dual Pro, easy.  This single bank charger also gives me flexibility should I need it on my truck or elsewhere while on the road.
    i am about to buy a 621vs with that setup. Can't wait. 



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  • PBandJ
    PBandJ Posts: 92
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    I have been using Dual Pro for the last 12 years. I have the 3 bank charger with 15 amps per bank. It charges quick, monitors the state of charge and has been very reliable. 
    Woodbridge, Va.
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  • Jeremiah
    Jeremiah Posts: 6,412
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    Not a boat, but I did a bunch of research before buying this for my teardrop camper. Been very pleased. 
    Slumming it in Aiken, SC. 
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    Cotek Cx1250 Only way to go 

    Hermosa Beach CA 
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  • DaveRichardson
    DaveRichardson Posts: 2,324
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    Lemme check with a buddy who's brought home a few trophies thru the Bass Tour....

    LBGE #19 from North GA Eggfest, 2014

    Stockbridge, GA - just south of Atlanta where we are covered up in Zombies!  #TheWalkingDead films practically next door!

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  • Seapointbakers
    Seapointbakers Posts: 64
    edited May 2017
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    Basscat uses the Noco charger as well. Years ago when I had my first Cat they use to use a Lester charger that was "built in" I don't know or think that is available but they still sell a stand alone unit. The experience I had with the first one was very good.

    http://www.basscatstore.com/lesterbatterycharger.aspx


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  • fishlessman
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    Carolina Q said:
    @fishlessman ?
    no help here, i get about 8 days on battery one, then flip the switch when my fishfinder says im getting low voltage. =)
    fukahwee maine

    you can lead a fish to water but you can not make him drink it
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