I have the 35GTR. If your in "forward" and approaching the ramp or dock, and you realize your going a little fast..can you immediately switch to Neutral and engage the reverse to slow down?
Also, What Trolling motor would you guys recommend for my rig..1860 GTB?? It will mostly be used in Saltwater.

Yea i do it all the time as long as your in neutral, doesn't matter the boat speed that's what its made for.

Yes, that is the beauty of the "instant reverse" Pop into neutral, squeeze lever, throttle as necessary. I even installed a 2nd trim switch next to my throttle and can trim down as I throttle in reverse. As for part B "trolling motor" question, sorry no help

X2....do it all the time!!!
Woody

i have the Great White wireless in 12v 55lb and it pulls my boat fine. I love the wireless B/C i can be any where in the boat and run it.

Yell sumtimes I do it while still in foward. Don't hurt anythang just shuts da motor off.

If i were you i would get about 60 or higher pound thrust troller. I have a 24v 71# on 1648 john. i love it. go as big as you can but i wouldnt get anything under a 60# and deffinately get a 24v

To help save some money, look at cabelas, they have some refurbished units that come with a one year warranty. Both of my last two trolling motors came from them. No trouble at all. Discounted price.. I would recommend a 24v 60 or bigger. I presently have a 50 lb 12v on my 17' 50" w HNTdeck and I do fine but would like to have more for river current.