Garmin Force 10 Week Review: Problems Developing!!! 😬 Plus 2000 Subscribers Giveaway At The End

[@Flyingforaliving737]

14 oz. Great video. Thanks for the great info.

[@nujer99]

14 oz. Another great video. Thanks for all the info. Never thought I'd consider buying a $3k+ trolling motor but you got me leaning in that direction.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

It was tough for me also. Just had to bite the bullet but we only live once

[@FredFlintstone-l4j]

Fish weighed 14 ounces. Great review. Thinking of replacing my minn kota fortrex with a garmin force this video helps. Thank you

[@johnbutler307]

My son got a used skeeter 21 ft with 50 hours on it ,I sold my boat and but all new Garmin equipment on it we both love it still learning how to use it thanks for the help with your videos. The fish was 14 oz

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Awesome bud i used to have a zx200 and loved it it you have any specific questions just message me and let me know thanks for watching yes you are correct on the fish good luck

[@jasonstanley5818]

If the low switch continues to bother you add a thin piece of plastic with double sided tape until you find the feel you looking for. Great reviews, thanks for all the info!

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Great idea. Thank you

[@billlavoie7272]

14 oz was the weight of the fish! great videos I just bought the Garmin force got a lot to learn glad I found your channel.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

That was an old giveaway bud. We are on the 8k giveaway currently. Check it and enter.

[@rdonner28]

.83 #'s..... Cool video! Keep us posted on those bushings! I'll hold off buying one now until you give us an update! Thanks 😊

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

After digging a little further it was a loose bolt on the mount itself. It was hard to find alone. Hahaha.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

I love mine.

[@williamcrow7776]

I’d say 14 oz. Great videos. Very informational. I’m ready to get my garmin force in the water to try it out. Keep the videos and reviews coming.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

I do my best to keep them short and sweet. And you are correct sir

[@tobeonh2099]

14ozs Thanks again for all of the great info. Keep it coming.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Correct and thank you for watching.

[@fredlane4626]

Looks like 14oz, nice video. I just bought a new used boat. It came with a Garmin force, 2 8410 and a 923 and live scope all connected. I believe I'll love this setup when I finally get out on the water this Spring. Looking forward to more video's.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Awesome bud. You’re gonna love it.

[@David-he8kl]

What does the inch forward button do? Mine moved the head but not the propeller when I press the button on my foot pedal.

[@scottmagill6391]

14 oz. Thanks for the vids. Good content, down to earth, and not long winded like many others.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Correct. Thank you for watching. I try to keep mine short as possible

[@pastorronaldchavis8642]

14 Oz. Great video

[@randallbracewell9226]

14 oz…thanks for the update. I am getting ready to rig a new bot and on the fence about Garmin vs MinnKota trolling motor…

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Both are good trolling motors. The quietness and longer run time pushed me toward the force and I love the no cords which clears up clutter. But the ultrex is a fine motor also.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

👍

[@chucklide810]

14ozs. Good eater! Thanks for the vids.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Thank you for watching

[@randyalanahiggins8339]

Thank you for the info I am studying up on the Garmin Force before I get one. I believe you said 14 oz. For your crappie 10:30

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

That is correct

[@JMThomson10]

14 oz. Great review. Have a force know order now

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Correct. You’re gonna love it

[@robfegers8661]

14 oz. Great info

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Thanks for watching bro

[@eddiefields1090]

14 oz. Enjoying your videos. I have lots of money tied up in Garmin equipment, need all the help I can get.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Brother I will help as much as I possibly can

[@jordannaumov]

Thank you for the videos of the Force. Please keep them coming. I’m currently on my second Garmin Force. The first one was replaced for a number of reasons. One of which was how much ‘play’ my motor has. It seems to rock back and forth when I pulse the propeller. Second issue was the automatic reversing issue I experienced when I hit anchor lock. Currently, both Force motors I’ve had have the same issues. This means either I’ve had two dud Forces, or they are all the same. Would love to see a video showing how your Force behaves when you hit Anchor Lock. I’m dying to see one not automatically turn the head and reverse back. This would give me reason to request another replacement or to get my money back. Appreciate your time!

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

I have a video that I’ve done on the anchor lock before. I’ll tag it in the comments for you.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Have you adjusted the anchor gain. That’s cuts down on the aggressive nature of the anchor Lock

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

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[@The_Garmin_Guru]

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[@jordannaumov]

Yeah I’m definitely familiar with the Anchor Gain. Unfortunately this has no affect on the automatic reversing. Do you have an Instagram?

[@Alexworld13]

I like the plano boxes I'm up to 3 😁. Good giveaway

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Don’t forget to see how much the fish weighs and post the weight!!!!

[@Alexworld13]

@@The_Garmin_Guru I did 14

[@chasethibodaux6886]

14 oz. Great Video! Thanks for the content. It helps a good deal.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Thanks for watching bud. Correct answer also. Good luck. Just a few more days til the giveaway

[@bakervinci163]

One of the techs said that there is a little slop built into the trolling motor. You gotta have the remote around. I hate having it around my neck, but it is a great system.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

New 3 month review this week bud

[@TheJdwjr]

14 ounces. Thanks for sharing about the garmin

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Thanks for watching. Yes you are right

[@douglasgroom6317]

14 ounces excellent video I’m gonna get one

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

You’ll love it

[@rodneychandler82]

Have a good Buddy who has the Force on his Skeeter . Having issues . The motor turns but will not turn left or right from the foot control . Have done an update to the software but hasn't fixed the issue . Any advice ? . Thanks Buddy

[@derrickard1720]

14 oz. Thanks for the video. Very informative. Keep it up.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Thanks for watching bud. Glad you enjoyed. You are right. Good luck in the contest. I do one monthly.

[@jimfox7728]

14 oz. Love your videos, very good info. about a lot of subjects.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Thank you for watching bud. You are correct. Good luck

[@charlieestep]

14 oz. Just found your channel. Already watched several of your videos. Good content. What part of La you located. Don’t sound Cajun.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

North Louisiana but I’m born here. Been here for life. Thanks for watching. 14 is correct

[@ElfhanOfficial]

Great videos, Mr. Guru! 14 OZ.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Thank you for watching sir. Yes you are correct.

[@brandonallen9809]

What amp hour lithium batteries do you use on yours and how much run time? Thanks!

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

@@brandonallen9809 100 ah. Never ran them down so I don’t know a full run time. Guess that’s a good thing

[@justinmiller6994]

14 oz. Thank you for the video, trying to decide or trolling motor for new rig. Previous was the riptide terrova, no real complaints about it but the force seems to be much better. But spending that amount on it, takes doing homework beforehand.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

I have quite a few videos I’ve done on the Force. Check them all out. I’m pretty happy with it and I fish a lot. Thanks for watching lots of good videos on the way.

[@justinmiller6994]

@@The_Garmin_Guru I watched the 6 week review also. I subscribed, so I will watch more of the previous videos later and new ones coming up.

[@luke5593]

Thanks for the review/update on the trolling motor. It would be overkill on my current boat. 14 oz.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

With it being 24/36 it might not be

[@davidbaker1359]

14 oz, thanks you another great video! 👍

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Correct and thank you for watching.

[@danielgordon6746]

14 oz. Good follow-up on the Force.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Thanks bud.

[@castorcreekcustoms9722]

When I hit spot lock it is instant I was fishing the strong winds we had this past Saturday on bisteneau it’s a great trolling motor I’m waiting on my new remote to play with it

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

It’s one of my favorite parts. So many useful features

[@chrishyman8704]

Will the chartplotter link to trolling motor for wireless sonar as well or is it just for controlling the motor? Would be awesome if I dont have to use a wire to the sonar. Im getting my boat rigged this week with all new garmin units and motor.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Just for controlling the motor bud

[@retiredokie5650]

I have not bought one of these yet but one thing holding me back is the foot control it is too big my back is fused and standing using that foot control is going to be murder. I currently use a motor guide w75 with low profile remote foot control. the hand held remote is where its at but I plan on crappei fishing mostly how does the remote work for you while using the trolling motor and fishing with livescope?

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

The remote is the best part.

[@kevinmckinney]

How do you like the transducer on the troller motor?

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

I don’t have mine on the transducer. It’s on a Livefoot pole

[@kevinmckinney]

Ok, I thought the Force had a transducer.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

@@kevinmckinney I thought you were referring to my Livescope transducer. Sorry. Honestly I never use the gt54 on the foot of the trolling motor. I think it’s an overrated item that has zero functionality in fishing.

[@kevinmckinney]

I thought the same because no one has done a review on the troller Moter transducer. I just got the 106 & 126 (black Friday sale) and the Force and livescope is next. Thanks for your great videos 😎👍🏽

[@davidharris5839]

Fish was 14 oz. still getting use to my Force, but so I am really enjoying it. Batteries do last a long time which is a good thing.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Thanks for watching bro.

[@alexjackson2007]

14oz. and looking forward to getting my Force in the water..

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Yes sir. Thanks for watching. I think you’ll love it

[@jdalley5192]

I’m comparing the kraken and the riptide instinct to pair with my Garmin echo map chartplotter. I like reversing propeller on the Kraken and the Garmin to Garmin connectivity, but the drift and cruise function on the Minkota is very intriguing to me because I will primarily use the trolling motor to actually troll… But I’m torn. Do you have an opinion on the differences? I find it ironic that they are marketed as a “trolling motor” but the majority of the videos suggest that the primary use is casting for bass… I would like advice on the best actual “trolling motor” for trolling. Thanks

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

The kraken is a beast for sure

[@ericthomas2]

14oz. Great work

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Correct and thank you

[@jimallen346]

14 oz. Thanks for the info!

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Thanks for watching bud

[@garybaker-dv2pr]

white perch(crappie) weighed 14 oz. I am watching your videos. Don't have a garmin troll motor. Heard the price point was the worst part when compared to others.

[@davegrimm9727]

14oz. love plano and info.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Thanks for watching bud and you are correct.

[@gregpowers5669]

14oz I have Garmin on my little boat and love it

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Awesome thanks for watching

[@bl8221]

Guru, does the Trolling motor and the Chart plotter link via Bluetooth or do you have to wire them up together?

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Brother they actually link wirelessly over WiFi. It has worked flawlessly for me

[@brianhinspeter]

How did you feed the Panoptix cable through the power cable/transducer chase on the side of the mount? I have also had my share of issues w/ the Force, however Garmin's customer service is 2nd to none.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Pull the power cable out. Cut the screw connector off. Thread the Livescope first then put new screw end on. Should have one in the box

[@SkolVikingsGuy]

Great video, thanks. 14oz - too late :) I'm about to buy either the Force or the Kraken. I think I want the Force because I really want it to be easy to stow and deploy, feel like the Force is better for that. I have a Crestliner 1750 Sportfish - if anyone has advice between the two I'd greatly appreciated it

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

I’d go kraken for the dual gps receivers

[@SkolVikingsGuy]

@@The_Garmin_Guru Thanks! Can I ask how easy it is to stow and deploy? That's one of my main concerns as I get a little older.

[@bradbarnes9241]

What about reaction time on pedal vs cable?

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

It’s the same. I love mine syill

[@homehome550]

14 oz. Nice

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Thank you

[@beck6794]

14 oz's 👍 Question: What batteries do you recommend? I'm set up for 24 volt system , 80 lb thrust

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Honestly bud I still use wal mart everstart and I’ve never had a problem

[@johntully4608]

Doesn’t have auto deploy? Great to have if I’m by myself. Spot lock is a must.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

No auto deploy. Only one trolling motor has that bud

[@enderst81]

14 oz, the Force would go great with my LiveScope system I picked up on black Friday but my CFO would probably put the hurt on me.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

It’s worth the pain. 😂

[@curtday7858]

14 ounces! Great video I am on the fence wether or not to buy the force to link up with my garmin units or buy terrova just for spot lock. How useful is the link or do you find yourself mainly using spot lock?

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

You will also get less interference with the force

[@BamaBassCatcher99]

How’s this holding up for you? Still running it?

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

@@BamaBassCatcher99 3 years later still kicking

[@BamaBassCatcher99]

@@The_Garmin_Guruany issues in those 3 years? Updates improved anything?

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

@ never really had troubles. Most of the updates were just features

[@urtypicalguy]

Another great video! I did the update yesterday on my trolling motor but now my Garmin Force won't turn left or right. It is paried to the foot pedal but won't turn left or right from it or the remote. I can adjust the power and turn on the propeller but that's it. I called Garmin and all they said was to unplug to reset it but that didn't work. I unpaired it and paired it again but nothing. Any suggestions before I take it to the shop? Thanks in advance :)

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Let me think on this. You did the 4.2 update correct?

[@urtypicalguy]

@@The_Garmin_Guru yep the update on the Force. Not sure if it is related but afterwards I had to pair it back to the wireless foot pedal. But the only issue now is that it won't turn 😩

[@jameshodges1377]

14 ounces liked the show

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Thanks for watching brother. You’re correct

[@davidbaker1359]

I’m having a issue with the name and password set up, if I go back to the factory settings can I start over on the remote

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

I’m pretty sure you can brother. It’s been a long time since I’ve done anything with the remote. I’ll take a look when I get off first of next week. Sorry wish it could be quicker

[@davidbaker1359]

@@The_Garmin_Guru thanks no problem, the TM is working and I was able to manually load it on active captain but can’t check for updates or do any down loads but at least it’s registered with garmin. Was able to calibrate the compass and get the anchor lock working and link it to my 106SV. I think if I delete everything and go back to factory settings I’ll loose all that and my son and I are going on a fishing trip next week to Heber Springs! Might wait until we get back to have to start all over again! 👍🤷🏻‍♂️

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

@@davidbaker1359 that should be fun. Post some Pics

[@davidbaker1359]

@@The_Garmin_Guru will do, my youngest son couldn’t get off work maybe next trip! 👍

[@bradmcclendon4597]

This fish was 14 oz! You have lots of Saints gear; did you grow up in Louisiana? I grew up in Sulphur back in the days when Archie was the Saints QB.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

I’m still from Louisiana and I ain’t leaving. I love it here.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Also you are right. Drawing Feb 1

[@captnmayes]

the weight is 14oz I have learned a lot from your videos I have a force and live scope

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Awesome glad I could help. You are correct about the fish. Good luck and thank you so much for watching.

[@nolanjordan3861]

14oz 😊

[@sspp2085]

14oz. Get you a spare skeg. Stump will eventually break one.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Yes sir that’s correct. I already have one brother. Thank you for watching

[@kreylayne489]

Do you believe that the Force is so efficient that you can get by with using smaller group size of conventional batteries, such as Group 27 rather than group 31 batteries. 27's are lighter and cost less, but also do not have the power that the 31's do. I'm rigging a new boat with a new Force for the first time. In the past, I have always used the largest conventional trolling motor batteries I could. I mostly crappie fish now, but if the weather is crazy, I wont be on the lake; I don't brave and fight a lot of wind anymore. So, I don't expect absolute performance and longevity of charge.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

That’s what is in mine and I never run out of power brother.

[@alannall1]

14 oz. Just found channel and new to livescope

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Correct. Thank you for watching subscribing. I have lots of great videos you will like. Check out all the playlists

[@troybassett6723]

Our head burned off in the middle of the tournament

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

That’s not good

[@reideakman6726]

if i were a betting man I'd say that fish is 14 ounces

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

👍

[@briangraser3314]

My anchor lock literally yanks me around in circles automatically jumps to 10 out of 20 in speed it dangerous

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

There’s a few things that you can adjust

[@briangraser3314]

I adjusted the gain it did not help this is the 2nd Force I’ve had the first would be doing fine then take off on full power to one side or the other then it just died they replaced it they said to not let the shaft slide down pinching the cables was the cause. Today the cables weren’t pinched literally just turned left and went in circles at half speed

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

@@briangraser3314 do you have the depth limiter on it

[@briangraser3314]

@@The_Garmin_Guru sorry I don’t know what that is

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

@@briangraser3314 it’s a collar that goes around the shaft that’s above the servo that helps eliminate that problem.

[@donaldbeeftink2477]

14 onces

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Thanks for watching bud.

[@customrodsandbaits8620]

14 oz fish

[@jjohnston6645]

Lol, GPS is down to the fractions of a inch, Garmin just doesn't have the technology to use it and make it affordable to the public, if you get a chance, find some rough water where your trolling motor is coming out of the water, a few people are saying the Anchor mode will kick out and you have to reboot the unit to get it working again, I'm shopping for a trolling motor and I fish rough water.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Well according to the government it’s accurate to within 5.97 feet 95% of the time with dual frequency receivers and augmentation devices

[@jjohnston6645]

@@The_Garmin_Guru You are correct, That's why I said Garmin doesn't have the ability to make it affordable to the public, a real accurate GPS GNSS is within 2CM margin, the regular commercial GPS is 5.97 ft, you won't find a surveyor using commercial GPS working land survey, it will be GPS GNSS that is licensed, a lot of people don't know that. Keep the video's coming, I enjoy them

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

@@jjohnston6645 maybe I should have clarified it myself in what I was speaking about in terms of fishfinder and spotlock.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

I apologize I misunderstood what you were saying brother.

[@drewsmith7408]

14ozs

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Yes sir

[@castorcreekcustoms9722]

14 oz

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Thanks for watching nrother

[@glennhightower1249]

14 oz.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Correct you are sir

[@jeffreyriddle4645]

I had my boat custom built last year and I went with the Ulterra, due to me always fishing by myself. So I can deploy the trolling motor and bring the boat to me. Oh...14oz

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Hey I can’t disagree with that reasoning. But thank you for watching anyway. Those are good motors too

[@robertlove4913]

weight 14oz

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Yes sir. Thanks for watching.

[@markhausner5853]

14oz hope I win

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Hey bud that winner has already been announced. I have a new giveaway. Check out the Huk boot product review

[@larry6613]

14oz

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Correct sir. Thank you for watching.

[@michaelganey5356]

14 ounces

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Correct you are

[@patrickmoreland8261]

1.12lbs

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Yes sir

[@TheGnthreman]

Bushings are junk.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

I’ve had no problems with mine. I guarantee I use mine more than the average person and I’m Extremely rough on it due to where I fish. Sorry you’ve had a bad experience

[@jjalsk4029]

I am looking for another trolling motor. I bought the Minn Kota power drive 2 years ago and its been a hassle. Spot lock doesn't seem to work that well, constantly moving around. spins in circle, and when the motor adjust it wraps around itself. Now the prop won't spin and prob needs a new control board. Def don't recommend the Minn Kota

[@brucepotter4056]

14 oz

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Yes sir. Thanks for watching.

[@DARTDesign2004]

14 oz.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

You are correct sir. Thanks for watching

[@azbasswhisperer3431]

13 oz

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Yep

[@firehousebuilders8184]

14 oz.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Bud this was a while ago. We are fixing announce 9000 subscribers giveaway

[@Carywilliford]

I have heard several people say that every time they power up it will say you have to update and they say it’s not until you are on the water when this happens. Does your do that? And if it does what all is entailed in that process? Thanks. New to channel and really enjoy past videos. My boat came with Garmin so I’m wanting to keep it all Garmin. I fish one lake, so I don’t need a bunch of chart plotting updates. Fish on.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

@@Carywilliford I’ve only updated mine once. The only place it says that an update is available is the active Captain app. I not sure where else it could say that because the remote doesn’t say that. It’s easy to update tho