Looking for advice on depth finders

I am planning on getting a new depthfinder for my boat. I currently
have a nice Lowrance that is mounted at the console with a rear mount
transducer. I would like one up front and would value your opinions on
models and the best way to mount it and the transducer. I would also
like comments on the combo units with GPS.

Money is not really a factor in this decision I just want a really
good dependable unit.

Thanks for sharing your experience.

Joe Scharbrough


Born to fish

"jds" wrote in message
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I am planning on getting a new depthfinder for my boat. I currently
have a nice Lowrance that is mounted at the console with a rear mount
transducer. I would like one up front and would value your opinions on
models and the best way to mount it and the transducer. I would also
like comments on the combo units with GPS.

Money is not really a factor in this decision I just want a really
good dependable unit.

Thanks for sharing your experience.

Joe Scharbrough


Born to fish

More info is needed. The bow consoles on newer boats, particlarly larger
models, often permit mounting finders. Will this go in the bow console? Or,
direct mount on boat? If in the console, will it take a twin to what you
have already? If not, then you might consider the direct mount so you can do
a twin finder. Is your current Lowrance a model that also sells as a "combo"
with GPS? If not, what about moving the current unit to the bow and
replacing the driver console unit with a combo finder/gps? Man I wish I had
your problem (money is not really a factor).

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I like the Eagle units. They're made by Lowrance and offer similar
performance for less money. I have a FishMark 320 and I love it. Now they
sell the 400 for $200. At that resolution you can practically ID the
species of fish you're marking. If you already have Lowrance and you like
it, I suggest you look into either Lowrance or Eagle units and choose the
one with the options you like. Color is nice and there are several display
options available, pick the highest resolution you can get. GPS is
essential if you want to be able to find spots in open water repeatedly.
Also, many good maps have GPS coordinates, with this you can find good spots
on unfamiliar waters.

I'm going to go out on a limb here, but I think with the general level of
technology available today, you can get what you need from any manufacturer
and be happy. I stuck with one (Eagle) so that I would not have to learn
new interfaces and setting adjustments. They have been working flawlessly
for me.

Rich P

Haven't dealt with Lowrance, but I have heard lots of good stuff about their
units. I do have one Eagle finder and it works ok. I have several Garmin
units and they are top notch as is Garmin tech support and customer service.
Humminbird turns me off dead away with both product and customer service.



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"Rich P" wrote in message
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I like the Eagle units. They're made by Lowrance and offer similar
performance for less money. I have a FishMark 320 and I love it. Now
they
sell the 400 for $200. At that resolution you can practically ID the
species of fish you're marking. If you already have Lowrance and you like
it, I suggest you look into either Lowrance or Eagle units and choose the
one with the options you like. Color is nice and there are several
display
options available, pick the highest resolution you can get. GPS is
essential if you want to be able to find spots in open water repeatedly.
Also, many good maps have GPS coordinates, with this you can find good
spots
on unfamiliar waters.

I'm going to go out on a limb here, but I think with the general level of
technology available today, you can get what you need from any
manufacturer
and be happy. I stuck with one (Eagle) so that I would not have to learn
new interfaces and setting adjustments. They have been working flawlessly
for me.

Rich P