When Drift Mode is engaged, the Advanced GPS Navigation system maintains a desired straight line course and target speed even if the course direction is influenced by wind, current, or other outside influences. Simply point the motor in the intended navigation direction and press Drift Mode, then adjust to the desired target speed over ground (SOG). Drift Mode will take control to allow you to focus entirely on fishing whether it’s casting a targeted area, trolling crankbaits or maintaining a slow and controlled drift over specific cover or structure, even when traveling with or across wind or current. Easily make fine adjustments to the target speed or the target course or reverse it completely on the fly at any time.
- Engaging Drift Mode
- Disengaging Drift Mode
- Drift Mode Adjusting Course - Angle
- Drift Mode Jog
- Reverse Drift Mode
- Video Explaining Drift Mode
Engaging Drift Mode
- Press the Menu button.
- Select the Go To menu by pressing the Steer Right button.
- Select Drift by pressing the Steer Right button.
- The Drift Mode Active Band will display on the Dashboard.
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- Press the OBN 1 button.
- The Drift Mode Active Band will display on the Dashboard.
Disengaging Drift Mode
- When Drift is engaged, press the Menu button.
- Select Cancel Navigation by pressing the Steer Right button.
- The Drift Active Band will disappear from the Dashboard.
Drift Mode Adjusting Course - Angle
- When Drift Mode is engaged, press the Menu button and scroll to Adjust Course.
- Select Adjust Course by pressing the Steer Right button.
- Scroll to the Angle option and press the Steer Left or Steer Right button to adjust the course by 5-degree increments.
- The new Course will be updated on the Dashboard.
Drift Mode Jog
Drift Mode Jog allows the Drift course to be adjusted to the left or right and still maintain the same course.
- When Drift Mode is engaged, press the Menu button and scroll to Adjust Course.
- Select Adjust Course by pressing the Steer Right button.
- Scroll to the Jog option and press the Steer Left or Steer Right button to adjust the course by 5-foot increments.
- The new Course will be updated on the Dashboard.
Reverse Drift Mode
Reverse Drift Mode allows the user to change target course to the opposite direction of travel.
- When Drift Mode is engaged, press the Menu button.
- Use the Speed Up or Speed Down button to scroll to Reverse Navigation, and select it by pressing the Steer Right button.
Video Explaining Drift Mode
GPS functionality has always been a standout feature of the Ultrex, and Minn Kota has taken it further with the Ultrex-Quest trolling motor. In addition to the renowned Spot-Lock, the new Drift Mode feature allows you to maintain a target speed and heading while slowing down to match wind or current conditions. It's perfect for fishing expansive flats or areas where you want precise control over your drift speed.
Click on the video below for additional information on the Drift Mode System. The video covers several features of the Ultrex QUEST. Information on the Drift Mode starts at 4:05. Click here to skip to that time.
