I've used the cruise N carry on many occasions and love them when they run. Unfortunately, they are no good in salt water environments; too many fasteners and other parts that are not built from stainless steel.

I use a standard shaft Honda 2hp on a Cheetah bracket on a Mystere 6.0 in seas that reach as much as 12 feet at times. Works great as long as I'm not trying to use the motor while the wind is blowing. When the motor is in the raised position it rarely if ever, takes a direct hit from the seas. It does get plenty of spray!

The motor is tilted on it's own pivot bracket. At the same time, the Cheetah bracket is in its lifted position.



This pictures was taken while surfing down a 6-foot wave at Channel Islands National Park.

GARY