I use a Garmin 168c GPS, within 3 months I have had to send it back to Garmin. It is having trouble powering up, this may just be a fluke, I have talked to Ski, and DaveH, who report nothing but satisfaction with the same unit, also Ken, but he has a B&W monitor :P
I am very careful not to launch with it thus far. I believe this malfunction is an anomoly, perhaps I got a lemon. It is under warranty, Garmin's customer service has been great so far, said they would have it back within 7-10 days of receiving it. I just sent it back.
Before that, I used an Eagle Fish Easy II... Still use it in baja, works great, Eagle (same as lowrance) also has a very good warranty, as I have had to send mine back a couple times, due to launching with it, even in 1 ft surf.
I believe starting out on Fishfinders, something simple that reads depth, structure, and bait balls, and you are fine. Many anglers have been happy with this unit.
http://www.basspro.com/servlet/catal...=SearchResults
Points to remember,
1. never launch in any size surf with a fishfinder
2. buy something simple unless money is no object
3. never launch in any size surf with a fishfinder
RE: Squid, while a fun trip, I am all set on that type of fishing for a few years... :lol:
Chris