Fishfinders

[moffett cr.]

I would like to buy a good fishfinder. I have spent hours researching and reviewing and am at a loss. What i would like is one that has gps,chart plott,down scan etc.

 

[UncleWillie]

Re: Fishfinders

What State?
Ocean or Lake?
Budget? $$$
Size of Boat?


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[moffett cr.]

Re: Fishfinders

Thanks ,I filled out the questions,now do I post again?

 

[moffett cr.]

boat electronics

boat electronics

Looking for help finding the right fish finder. I have read lots of reviews and i am overwhelmed .I have a 19 ft. Ranger bass boat and would like help finding a good reliable finder. I would like one with down image,gps,chartplot,for fresh water.Price up to and around $1000.

 

[crabby captain john]

Re: boat electronics

Re: boat electronics

I'd suggest the Lowrance Elite 7 HDI. Everything you want and more for under $700 at thegpsstore.com and other retailers. The 83/200 - 455/800 'ducer is your best bet. If you anchor and pitch & crank a lot you may want side scan ~ bass guys are strange ~~. That would take you to a different Lowrance unit or (heaven forbid) Hummingbird. Garmin should be off your list with the changes coming.

 

[moffett cr.]

Re: boat electronics

Re: boat electronics

Thanks Captain,funny but that is the unit I have been looking at.I found one on E-bay for $639.I hear you about the Humminbirds,don't own one.

 

[dingbat]

Re: boat electronics

Re: boat electronics

Garmin should be off your list with the changes coming.

???

 

[UncleWillie]

Re: Fishfinders

Thanks ,I filled out the questions,now do I post again?

I was expecting the answers in a post here but I found them in your profile
Assuming a modest budget, how does the H-Bird 386ci DI Combo Look to you?
Often Available for under $299 new.

 

[superbenk]

Re: boat electronics

Re: boat electronics

You need to add a maps subscription to that cost too, right?

 

[moffett cr.]

Re: Fishfinders

I will check on it ,thank you.

 

[moffett cr.]

Re: boat electronics

Re: boat electronics

Where would I find a good map subscription? I'm fishing N calif. and So. oregon

 

[dingbat]

Re: boat electronics

Re: boat electronics

You need to add a maps subscription to that cost too, right?

Not necessarily. A lot of machines come with a full set of preloaded maps included.

 

[icyveins]

Re: boat electronics

Re: boat electronics

most finders with mapping come with a standard mapping software installed, however there is additional mapping chips available for more in depth contours/structure. Navionics mapping, google it and find the one you need. you dont have to get the additional chip for the mapping however it does give you alot more information on the lakes in your area becasue they are area specific.

 

[achris]

Re: Fishfinders

As moffett cr. had started 2 threads on the same subject I have merged them together in an attempt to reduce confusion. Hope it helps all...

 

[Pez Vela]

Re: Fishfinders

In your neck of the woods, I'd probably buy a Raymarine Dragonfly. Perhaps this disussion will help you out. The West Advisor: Fishfinders

 

[dingbat]

Re: Fishfinders

most finders with mapping come with a standard mapping software installed, however there is additional mapping chips available

while this maybe true for some, it's not true for all. Some units come with a full set of maps with no additional maps required. Others don't use navionics charts at all....lol

 

[moffett cr.]

Re: Fishfinders

Thanks to all,not sure how all this works about threads and all.thank you all and good fishing