My problem is that I'm so used to the Minn Kota foot pedal I just can't stand to use the motorguides. I just love the fact that you can rest your full weight on the pedal on the Minn Kota micro touch pedals. On the motor guides if you try to stand on it, it becomes a balancing act. My other dilemma is trolling. When we troll, I put the pedal in the middle or back of the boat and steer from there. I can't do that on the cable steering. I agree cable steering is probably more reliable, I'm just stuck in my ways with the Minn Kota.

PS - After working for about 4 hours, the pedal broke again. Thing is totally fickle! Gotta buy a new one.