Extendable HelmsMate Tiller Extension Handle for 36-50

The HelmsMate tiller extension line includes both fixed and extendable models, designed to provide full steering and throttle control while sitting away from the trolling or outboard motor. Ideal for electric trolling motors, kicker motors, and small outboards up to 15 horsepower, the HelmsMates are manufactured with heavy-duty, marine-grade materials, including anodized aluminum tubing, corrosion-resistant hardware, and a super-tough nylon tiller clamp, ensuring durability and a secure fit on the tiller handle.

The extendable models can be shortened or lengthened by pressing on the snap button and moving the inner tube in or out, offering a range of 36" to 50" in length. The snap button design ensures that steering control is maintained at all times, providing a more secure and reliable adjustment system compared to twist-lock mechanisms found in competitive models. From a safety and control standpoint, having a positive lock that cannot be disengaged by twisting the handle makes more sense on twist-throttle outboards and trolling motors.

The U-joint HelmsMate model adds a fulcrum point where the handle meets the tiller itself, enabling simple push-pull steering rather than a wide arc with fixed tiller extensions. This feature is ideal for users who need to or prefer to sit in one spot while controlling the trolling speed and direction of the boat, including bow-mounted trolling motors, kicker motors, kayaks, and canoes. The U-joint model includes a sleeve to lock out the universal joint and convert the extension into a fixed handle.

Each HelmsMate is designed for trolling speeds only and is made in the USA with a limited lifetime warranty. The products are ideal for fishing boats, canoes, kayaks, and some sailboats, providing improved balance, weight distribution, and comfort, while enabling easier and faster access to the tiller in a pinch. The HelmsMates will fit all trolling and outboard motors up to 15 horsepower, and the kill switch remains accessible with all models.

Customer reviews for the HelmsMate line are highly positive, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars across 270 reviews for the T Model, 4.5 out of 5 stars across 636 reviews for the TE Model, 4.2 out of 5 stars across 135 reviews for the B Model, 4.3 out of 5 stars across 216 reviews for the S Model, and 4.6 out of 5 stars across 686 reviews for the U-Joint Model. Prices range from $34.95 to $65.66, depending on the specific model and features.

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