I run the standard car batteries in my Donzi... Bought them from Walmart. 5 year warranty...
I tell you why....
1. Deep cycle is better... But we are on a lake not the ocean. The batteries usually don't get drawn down too far unless you have a leak or have a radio with amps. You can get a good battery tender trickle charger to keep them charged up for $40.
2. Deep cycle batteries do not seem to last as long as the regular car batteries.. I was replacing my deep cycle batteries on average every 2 years... I get 4 out of the car batteries
3. They say "You need marine for vibration".. No offense to them, but boats don't really vibrate that much... and while yes, there is an occasional jolt, its nothing worse than hitting a pothole in your car.
My Donzi takes 2 Group 27 batteries... They are pretty rugged and seem to hold up well. They are priced similar to the Deep Cylce, but they have a better warranty and seem to last longer in my application....
Woodsy
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