Panther Trolling Motor Foot Tray
Panther Trolling Motor Foot Tray — Product description
Stop bracing your trailing foot on whatever's handy. The Panther foot tray bolts to the bow deck and gives you a wide, stable rest pad so you can fish all day without your legs cramping.
The Panther trolling motor foot tray (MPN 55-9815) is a deck-mounted foot rest that sits opposite the trolling motor pedal. You park your trailing foot on the tray while you work the pedal with your dominant foot, and the wide flat surface plus non-skid texture keeps you stable on a moving boat. Tournament anglers, guides, and serious recreational fishermen all use trays like this because spending eight hours hunched over a trolling motor with your trailing foot dangling on a slick deck is a quick way to a sore back.
The tray bolts to the deck with included hardware. Plan about 30 minutes for the install: place the tray where your trailing foot naturally falls when you're working the pedal, mark the mounting holes, drill, and bolt down. Most anglers position it slightly behind the pedal and offset toward the gunwale side, but the exact placement is whatever works for your stance.
Construction is marine-grade plastic with a non-skid texture molded into the foot surface. The tray sheds water (so it doesn't pool when it rains) and resists UV degradation from sun exposure on the bow deck. The mounting hardware is corrosion-resistant for saltwater and freshwater use.
This is one of those small upgrades that anglers don't think about until they install one and realize how much steadier they fish afterward. If you log long hours on the trolling motor, the tray pays for itself in reduced fatigue and better casting accuracy from a stable platform.
One more practical note. The tray sits at a slight angle so the foot surface slopes very gently toward the gunwale. That subtle angle matches the natural angle of a foot in a relaxed standing position and reduces ankle strain over long sessions. After a few outings you stop noticing the tray is there because your foot lands on it automatically when you step up to the trolling motor pedal. Most anglers position it at the bow's left-front area, but the placement is fully adjustable to your stance and pedal layout.
Key Features
- Deck-mounted foot rest tray for the trailing foot while operating a trolling motor pedal
- Wide flat surface with non-skid molded texture for stable footing on a moving boat
- Bolt-down install with included hardware, takes about 30 minutes
- Marine-grade plastic construction, sheds water and resists UV degradation
- Corrosion-resistant mounting hardware rated for saltwater and freshwater use
- Reduces leg and back fatigue during long trolling motor sessions
- Pairs naturally with any bow-mount trolling motor and pedal setup
- Improves casting stability by giving the trailing foot a solid platform
Why Buy from NVN Marine
- Authorized Panther reseller, full manufacturer warranty
- NMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs
- Same-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items
- NY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store
Genuine Panther trolling motor foot tray (MPN 55-9815, UPC 836125000973). Panther standard warranty. Ships from NVN Marine with order-by-3-PM same-day shipping on this $83.89 foot tray.
Technical specifications
| Title | Panther Trolling Motor Foot Tray |
|---|---|
| Brand | Panther |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 55-9815 |
| UPC | 836125000973 |
| Function | Deck-mounted foot rest for the trailing foot during trolling motor operation |
| Material | Marine-grade plastic with non-skid molded texture |
| Install Type | Bolt-down with included hardware |
| Install Time | About 30 minutes for first install |
| Saltwater Use | Yes, marine-grade construction and hardware |
| Warranty | Panther standard warranty |
Frequently asked questions
Where should I mount the tray?
Wherever your trailing foot naturally rests when you're working the trolling motor pedal. Most anglers position it slightly behind the pedal and offset toward the gunwale side. Set the tray in place before drilling, work the pedal a few times, and adjust until it feels natural.
How hard is the install?
Easy. Mark the mounting holes, drill, and bolt the tray to the deck with the included hardware. Plan about 30 minutes for a careful first install.
Will it work on a fiberglass deck?
Yes, with proper drilling and sealing of the mounting holes. Use marine-grade sealant on the bolt threads before tightening to prevent water intrusion into the deck core.
Does it work on aluminum boats?
Yes. Drill carefully and use stainless or coated hardware to prevent galvanic corrosion between the bolts and the aluminum deck.
Is the surface non-skid even when wet?
Yes. The molded texture provides grip when wet from rain, spray, or wet boots. Wet leather-sole boots may slip slightly, but standard fishing footwear (rubber-sole or composite-sole) grips the texture reliably.
Does it interfere with the foot pedal?
No, as long as you position the tray for your trailing foot only. The tray is sized for one foot rest, not as a pedal platform. Mount it next to or behind the pedal, not under it.
What's the warranty?
Panther standard warranty. The tray is built for the marine environment and field reports indicate it lasts as long as the boat with proper sealing of the mounting holes.
