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Picture this: you've just spotted a school of bass hugging the shallows, weeds swaying gently below. No time to drift or fuss with traditional anchors that snag or slip. The Minn Kota Talon BT 12-foot shallow water anchor drops straight down, grips the bottom like a vice, and holds steady through wind, waves, or current. Designed for boats up to 12 feet, its aluminum construction laughs off saltwater corrosion, ensuring season after season of reliable performance. Anglers swear by its ability to stay out of your casting lines while keeping you pinpointed over structure.
No two spots are alike—mucky flats demand a gentle set, while rocky points need aggressive hold. Select from specialized modes: standard for everyday use, rough water to absorb waves via floating suspension, or soft bottom for quick penetration without sticking. Twice the deployment force of many rivals means it sets faster and retracts effortlessly with auto up/down functionality. The composite spike flexes under pressure but drives deep, backed by a lifetime guarantee.
Extend your sessions into dusk with the integrated work light—switch between blue or white hues, dial in one of three brightness levels. Perfect for rigging baits, tying knots, or spotting gear in low light. The pivoting mount offers 30 degrees of adjustment for optimal angle, and easy-release design lets you remove it for trailering or storage. At 47 pounds, it's sturdy yet manageable, with dimensions that tuck neatly against the transom.
Electro-mechanical drive handles the harshest environments, from brackish bays to open bays. Rinse with freshwater after saltwater runs to maximize longevity, and check connections seasonally. The 12-foot length unlocks deeper shallows where big fish hide, giving you an edge over shorter poles. Pair it with your existing electronics for a smarter boat setup that feels custom-tailored.
Pro tip: In current-heavy spots, combine rough water mode with a slight bow angle for bombproof hold during trophy hunts.
Everything arrives prepped for install: the full anchor assembly with power cable and fuse, two remote controls with lanyards, transom mounting bracket, all necessary hardware, and a dash holder for the remote. Quick-drill transom setup keeps you on the water sooner, no major mods required.
It's rated for boats up to 12 feet in length, providing secure hold in shallow waters without overpowering smaller vessels.
Pair your mobile device via the free app for wireless deployment, mode selection, and light control—updates are pushed automatically for the latest features.
Standard for calm conditions, rough water for choppy surfaces with wave absorption, and soft bottom for mud or sand to prevent sticking on retraction.
Yes, select from blue or white light with three brightness settings, ideal for transom work anytime visibility is low.
A limited 5-year warranty on the unit and brackets, plus a lifetime guarantee on the composite anchor spike.
Absolutely—its aluminum build and corrosion-resistant engineering make it ideal for brackish and saltwater environments.
Vertical, sequential deployment is fast and quiet, with twice the force for instant set and auto retract.
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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