Industry’s first hands-free kayak propulsion system allows anglers to focus on fishing
OLATHE, Kan., July 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Garmin (NYSE: GRMN), the world’s largest1 and most innovative marine electronics manufacturer, today announced Force® Current—a trolling motor that redefines kayak fishing with a first-of-its-kind hands-free wireless throttle and steering control system. This all-in-one solution allows anglers to navigate, troll and fight fish without ever setting the rod down. Delivering legendary Force performance, it features a brushless motor purpose-built for kayak anglers with full forward and reverse thrust that makes it easy to navigate in any direction, weave through tight timber, turn in a tight circle, sneak along shorelines or creep through weed beds while fishing.
See the Force Current kayak trolling motor in action.
“Kayak fishing continues to be one of the fastest-growing segments of recreational fishing. We’re thrilled to expand our Force trolling motor lineup with a premium kayak solution that’s both innovative and intuitive for anglers of all skill levels. Leveraging Garmin’s most advanced trolling motor technology with our revolutionary hands-free kayak propulsion system, the Force Current will change the way you fish from a kayak.” –Susan Lyman, Garmin Vice President of Consumer Sales and Marketing
Control your kayak with ease
- Use the power steer foot pedals, included on select bundles, for hands-free throttle and steering, or use the wireless handheld remote with point-and-go gesture steering.
- Reduce clutter on the deck and eliminate the need for rudder cables; the pedals connect wirelessly to the motor and are designed to accommodate a variety of simple installation methods.
- Quickly engage anchor lock, heading hold and more with programmable foot pedal buttons.
- The dual-voltage, efficient brushless motor delivers 50 pounds of thrust with 24V power, or 30 pounds with 12V power to move anglers from spot to spot all day long.
- Stay put – even in windy conditions or strong current – thanks to Garmin’s smart anchor lock technology with multi-band GPS.
- Wireless chartplotter integration allows anglers to create routes and tracks for the trolling motor to follow while they fish; the chartplotter can also be used to control steering, throttle, anchor lock and more
- Control throttle and steering from the wrist with a compatible Garmin smartwatch.
- With safety in mind, the included wireless man overboard tag will cut off the motor should the operator fall overboard.
- In shallow areas, quickly and easily stow or deploy the prop with one hand with the included stow rope and cleat kit.
- Get on and off the water fast; installation is simple and intuitive, and the lightweight motor weighs less than 25 pounds so it can be easily carried in one hand.
Rugged and durable, the Force Current is built to endure harsh saltwater and freshwater environments with advanced corrosion protection. Two prop options are included; a high-efficiency prop for maximized battery life and a weedless prop designed to cut through aquatic vegetation.
The Force Current will be available in July with a suggested retail price of $3599.99 for the motor and foot pedals, or without the pedals for $2999.99. To learn more, visit garmin.com/marine.
Engineered on the inside for life on the outside, Garmin products have revolutionized life for anglers, sailors, mariners and boat enthusiasts everywhere. Committed to developing the most innovative, highest quality, and easiest to use marine electronics the industry has ever known, Garmin believes every day is an opportunity to innovate and a chance to beat yesterday. For the tenth consecutive year, Garmin was named the Manufacturer of the Year by the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA).
About Garmin International, Inc. Garmin International, Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN). Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. Garmin and Force are registered trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
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