Trolloing Motor Batteries

[TN Rick]

I thought I might get some 'real life' advise here.

I currently have a Minnkota trolling motor (12 volt) and am using two deep cycle batteries connected in parallel (12 volt output). They are getting a little tired and I am considering replacing them before the season kicks off. We are going to be at Birch Point the last week of June and fishing 14 hour days can put a major drain on a trolling motor battery! Most of myfishing is in the mid south with warm summers. The boat is seldom used during the winter.

What I would like to know, is what experience and advise can be offered regarding GEL batteries and AGM batteries.

Any advise would be appreciated.

Thanks!

[EBass]

Thanks man - I just bought a pair of optima's last week and was wondering if they are worth it.