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06-08-2011, 10:20 AM | #1 |
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fish finder recommendation wanted
Hey guys,
I'm new and was wondering if anyone could give me any input on fish finders. I have absolutely no idea what kind to get. Any input would be appreciated. Thank you, Randy |
06-08-2011, 10:38 AM | #2 |
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Lowrance HDS-5 base model with fish n chip......I'm still figuring mine out but it is pretty amazing
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06-08-2011, 11:37 AM | #3 | |
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If you're not ready for that big of a leap, might I suggest: Cuda 350/smap: Decent fishfinder for black and white, decent screen, good GPS capability, about $200. Lowrance m68c/smap: Probably your best bang for the buck getting into color. Basically same thing as Cuda 350 but with color. About $300. Lowrance Elite 5: One step under the HDS-5, about $550. If you are going all the way up to this level you should really consider the HDS-5 for a little more. These are all GPS/FF combo units. If you want FF only you will save $100-$300 depending on the model. |
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06-08-2011, 12:11 PM | #4 | |
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06-08-2011, 12:23 PM | #5 |
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HB 597ci HD DI
I got HB 597ci HD DI Combo recently.
Happy with it so far, enjoyed the X-ray like down image when I switch from normal scan. On board GPS is so good, I don't use my handheld gps anymore. Plan to add the fishNchip this week. On rare occasion , my HB will meter only 20+feet instead of 100+feet of actual depth , but after a while it will adjust back again. Don't know if this is normal on other make/model....? http://www.cabelas.com/product/Hummi...h-All+Products |
06-08-2011, 12:41 PM | #6 | |
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Thank you, Randy |
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06-08-2011, 01:04 PM | #7 |
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FishNChip
Since I do not have it yet, I am not qualified to explain how good it actually is.
Someone may like to shed some light here. This is the website: http://www.navionics.com/MarineFeatures_FishNChip.asp |
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