Not sure what pitch but you may check out the composite props for a cheap alternative. Should be able to get into one for around $75. Lots of guys use them for a back up in case they need to get back to the ramp after tearing up a good one. Also some use them for pulling tubes and skiers. They also make trolling plates that go down behind the prop to control the amount of water that passes it to control speed. Seen several guys at spring camp that had them. Most guys down south are going to the Minn Kota I pilot trolling motors with remote control for pulling cranks. Then you an operate from anywhere in the boat.