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Picture this: you're drifting across a prime flats spot, the fish are stacking up below, but every ripple threatens to push you off position. No more chasing anchors or fighting currents—Minn Kota's Talon BT 12' Shallow Water Anchor steps in as your unwavering hold, letting you focus on the cast, not the drift. Engineered for relentless grip in shallow waters up to 12 feet deep, this silver and black powerhouse combines aluminum durability with smart Bluetooth tech, transforming chaotic outings into precision fishing sessions.
In the world of shallow water anchoring, the Talon BT stands out by delivering twice the deployment force of typical competitors, ensuring it penetrates tough bottoms without hesitation. Its composite spike, backed by a lifetime guarantee, flexes under pressure yet holds firm against wind, waves, and boat wakes. Saltwater-tough construction shrugs off corrosion, making it ideal for coastal kayaks, bass boats, or skiffs probing skinny water for redfish, trout, or snook.
Freedom defines the Talon BT's operation. Deploy or stow from the control panel, included wireless remotes, optional foot switches, or your smartphone via the intuitive Bluetooth app. Integrate it effortlessly with i-Pilot systems or Humminbird fish finders for a networked boating experience. Night fishing? The built-in work light switches between blue or white hues across three brightness levels, illuminating your transom for rigging lines or handling gear without blinding glare.
Select from specialized modes—standard for everyday use, rough water for choppy bays, or soft bottom for muddy shallows. The wave absorption system uses floating suspension to dampen boat movement, keeping you locked in place while absorbing jolts. Vertical deployment keeps the pole clear of your lines, and auto up/down makes adjustments as simple as a button press, with an alarm to prevent accidental takeoffs.
Weighing in at 47 pounds with a compact 8.03-inch width and 7.53-inch height profile, the Talon BT's pivoting mount allows 30 degrees of adjustment for perfect positioning and quick removal. Electro-mechanical operation ensures reliable performance season after season, backed by a limited 5-year warranty on the unit and brackets.
Anglers swear by the Talon BT for sight fishing scenarios where seconds count. No more manual poling or drifting back into structure—deploy in seconds, fish with confidence, and retract silently to sneak to the next spot. Its pole-style design suits boats up to 12 feet in length, from jon boats to center consoles, minimizing deck clutter while maximizing hold.
Mounting is straightforward with the included transom bracket, hardware, and dash holder for remotes. Secure it to your boat's stern, connect the power cable with its 30A fuse, and pair via Bluetooth—ready to anchor in under an hour. The sequential deployment is whisper-quiet, preserving stealth in finicky flats.
It's designed for boats up to 12 feet in length, perfect for shallow-water vessels like flats boats, kayaks, and small skiffs where precise positioning is key.
Pair it with the Minn Kota app on your mobile device for wireless deployment, mode selection, and light control from anywhere on the boat—no wires needed.
Yes, the rough water mode combined with wave absorption suspension locks your boat steady, even in choppy conditions or against boat wakes.
It includes a 5-year limited warranty on the anchor and brackets, plus a lifetime guarantee on the composite spike for peace of mind.
Absolutely—the built-in work light offers blue or white options with adjustable brightness, plus LED indicators and an audible alarm for safe operation.
It drops straight down fast and quietly, staying clear of your fishing lines and reducing snag risks during active casting sessions.
High-strength aluminum with saltwater-resistant coatings and a flexible composite spike ensures durability in harsh marine environments.
Secure your edge on the water—lock in, cast often, and outfish the competition every trip with the Talon BT.
When you find the right fishing spot time is critical. You can’t wait to anchor, can’t wait to cast, and can’t be bothered to move until you get what you came for. That’s why we designed every inch of Talon to hold you in place effortlessly and relentlessly – every time out. Talon is also the first and only shallow water anchor available in lengths up to 15 feet. Saltwater-Tough Engineering Keeps Talon safe from the corrosive effects of saltwater
TALON
Shallow Water Anchor
Talon Down. Game On.
Introducing the all-new Talon shallow water anchor. Multiple anchoring modes, and control from the bow, transom, console, remote or mobile app. Unlock more water, and never miss another fish. Only with Talon.
Unlock the Water
Talon is built to help you control more water and catch more fish. From the second you hit the button to the moment you’re ready to move, Talon locks in and doesn’t let go
Built-In Work Light
Lets you tie lines and work from the transom any time of day - or night. Includes blue and white light color options with three brightness settings.
Control from Anywhere
With more control options than ever before, you can Talon down from anywhere on the boat.
5-Year Warranty
Talon carries a five-year limited warranty - plus a lifetime warranty on the spike and a five-year warranty on all brackets
Control Panel
Control stow and deploy, anchoring modes, and the work light right on Talon's control panel
Wireless Remote
Two standard, wireless remotes let you control everything on Talon from anywhere in the boat, for up to two Talons, separately or together
Wireless Foot Switch
Optional foot Switch offers full, wireless control of Talon from the bow.
Mobile App
Get quick command of Talon and fast software updates right from your mobile device.
User-Selectable Anchoring Modes
Choose between multiple modes to ensure the right hold and fast, easy anchor retraction
Fast, Vertical Deployment
Talon's patented, sequential vertical deployment is quicker, and quieter than the competition, while staying out of your way.
Twice the Force
Talon deploys with twice the anchoring force of the competition, so you can hold in any spot.
Auto Up/Down
Makes lowering and raising Talon as easy as using a car's automatic windows.
Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Jul 1 - Jul 6
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