Marine Batteries Shipped to Traverse City, MI
Traverse City is at the base of Grand Traverse Bay, where the Old Mission Peninsula splits the bay into the West Arm and the East Arm. It is the center of northern Michigan’s cherry country and a busy summer boating town.
Marine Battery Source ships marine batteries to Traverse City, MI. There’s no local storefront here, so everything ships from us: lithium batteries over $150 and lead-acid and AGM batteries go free by curbside truck freight, and chargers and accessories are free over $150.
Typical boats around Traverse City
The bays hold lake trout, salmon, whitefish and smallmouth bass, and the inland lakes add walleye, pike and panfish. Sailboats, cruisers and pontoons share the water.
Traverse City waterways
West Grand Traverse Bay faces downtown and the city’s marina, and East Grand Traverse Bay runs north past Elk Rapids. Inland lakes like Torch Lake, Elk Lake and Long Lake are a short drive away, and Torch Lake’s sandbar is a famous summer gathering spot. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore lies to the west.
The National Cherry Festival in early July fills the waterfront, and the season runs until the boats come out in fall.
Choosing the right battery
Sailboats
Sailboats and cruisers in Traverse City rely on a house bank for lights, refrigeration, instruments and an autopilot, plus a starting battery for the auxiliary engine. A bank of 6V golf-cart batteries wired in series is a traditional choice; lithium banks like the EPOCH 12V 300Ah or Battle Born 100Ah give more usable capacity and recharge faster from solar or the engine.
Pontoon boats
Most pontoons on West Grand Traverse Bay run a single 12V battery for the engine, stereo, lights and maybe a small trolling motor. That works until the music runs through a long afternoon at anchor. A dual-purpose battery, AGM or lithium, handles both cranking and accessory loads better, and a second battery on a switch keeps starting power in reserve.
Fishing boats
Multi-species boats on West Grand Traverse Bay usually run a bow-mount trolling motor, a kicker motor and a big main engine. Lithium trolling batteries save weight and provide steady power.
Climate, storage and winterizing in Traverse City
Big bays build real waves, so keep batteries secured, and give sailboats a house bank sized for instruments and autopilot.
Great Lakes water can get rough fast, so secure batteries well and use vibration-resistant AGM or lithium batteries.
The Great Lakes have a boating season from spring to fall, with cold, icy winters. Most boats are hauled and shrink-wrapped. Before storage, charge batteries fully and remove them or connect a maintainer. Lithium batteries hold their charge well over winter, but standard lithium should only be charged above freezing.
Freight and delivery to MI
- Free lithium freight: lithium batteries over $150 ship free, curbside, to the lower 48.
- Parts and chargers: free shipping when your cart subtotal is $150 or more.
- Lead-acid and AGM: free curbside truck freight to the lower 48, the same as lithium.
- Curbside means the driver brings the shipment to the end of the truck at your curb or driveway.
- Inside delivery, or hard-to-reach spots like marinas with restricted access, may cost extra, so a home or business address is usually best.
Recommended products
Good starting points for Traverse City boats:
- EPOCH 12V 300Ah Essential Series LiFePO4 Battery (3.84kWh) (12V 300Ah LiFePO4, Group 31 footprint, 58 lb, internal heating for cold charging)
- Dakota Lithium DL+ 12V 60Ah Dual Purpose, 1000 CCA LiFePO4 Battery (12V 60Ah LiFePO4, 1000 CCA, Group 24 footprint, 16.5 lb)
- Lithium Rhino 24V 100Ah Marine LiFePO4 IP67 Conversion Kit (24V 100Ah LiFePO4)
- Battle Born 100Ah 12V GC2 LiFePO4 Deep Cycle Batteries (12V 100Ah LiFePO4, Group GC2 footprint, 31 lb)
- Interstate 27M-AGM-A 12V Group 27M AGM Dual Purpose Marine Battery – 750 CCA (12V 90Ah AGM, 750 CCA, Group 27M footprint)
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EPOCH
EPOCH 12V 300Ah Essential Series LiFePO4 Battery (3.84kWh)
$1,249.00or 4 interest-free payments of $312.25
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Dakota Lithium
Dakota Lithium DL+ 12V 60Ah Dual Purpose, 1000 CCA LiFePO4 Battery
$599.00or 4 interest-free payments of $149.75
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Lithium Rhino
Lithium Rhino 24V 100Ah Marine LiFePO4 IP67 Conversion Kit
$1,299.00or 4 interest-free payments of $324.75
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Battle Born
Battle Born 100Ah 12V GC2 LiFePO4 Deep Cycle Batteries
Price range: $799.00 through $1,049.00or 4 interest-free payments from $199.75
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Traverse City shipping FAQ
Do I need a heated lithium battery for Traverse City?
Only if you plan to charge in freezing weather. Standard lithium batteries should not be charged below 32°F. Batteries with internal heating, like several EPOCH models and the Dakota Lithium DL+ 135Ah, warm themselves before charging. For normal spring-to-fall use with winter storage, a standard lithium battery is fine.
Who schedules the delivery?
The freight carrier calls the delivery phone number you enter at checkout to set up a delivery window. Someone needs to be there to inspect the shipment and sign.
Is lithium shipping really free to Traverse City?
Yes. Lithium batteries over $150 ship free by curbside truck freight to addresses in the lower 48 states, including Traverse City.
Do you have a store or installer in Traverse City?
No. We ship to Traverse City from our store. Professional installation is a flat $99 per battery ($249 for a 24V or 36V lithium bank) anywhere from Venice to Gainesville, with no travel charge.
We also ship to
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