i tried to troll a little bit but my speed was a little fast about 2.8..was thinking of trolling against the wind to slow down but was worried about the boat control. next year i will get into the trolling act with a kicker motor..i have a swim platfrom all across the back so i need a bracket for the kicker. with the cost of the boat,gps,fishing gear,and dock rental..hard to get the wife to let me spend more this year..next year upgrades will be kicker,bracket,and rod holders so i can troll. i have a few dipsy and jets, might try again. thanks and good luck