GPS/ fishfinder which one ?
Submitted by twicther on Sun, 2012-12-02 10:48
I am in the market for a new sounder/GPS unit and was hoping for some feedback on preferences. At present 2 local blokes have suggested Lowrance HDS 5 or 7 gen 2, the hummingbird ci hd di comes highly recommended on one forum i read. I am sure there are plenty of options but for ease of use, reliability and after sales service, what would be the right choice ?
till
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What sort of fishing? What
What sort of fishing?
What depth?
What budget?
fisho-ron
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as a combo mate i would go
as a combo mate i would go the hds8, the 5 and 7 are just to small to run in split screen, the lowrance is a exellent gps and a good sounder as well.
as seperate units, this opens a world of options!!
wangler
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All of the above for
shallow fishing
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Dougie
sea-kem
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I've just bought the HDS9
I've just bought the HDS9 gen2 mate. But yet to install. Having an older model Lowrance GPS they are user very friendly and from what I've seen and heard the newer models are just the same.
Love the West!
bradzino
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HDS8
have the HDS8 but I think now I want a stand alone GPS- split screen is not that good imo. The Lowrance gear is good and easy to use though.
fisho-ron
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yeh mate agree, thats why i
yeh mate agree, thats why i run a 10 & 8hds, the 10 would better as a combo but it comes down to $$$$$$.
and agree again, easy to use and set up.
fingermark
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Lash out and buy the 12
Lash out and buy the 12 inch!!!
You can afford it ya tight ass!!!
lol
damo6230
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Humminbird
Thats my choice and the side scan is much better then the lowrance.
There are some good prices on the units ATM
thinking of getting a second unit myself
twicther
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Combo or not
Thanks for the responses lads as i am a novice when it comes to technology. I do not have the room ( windscreen, dash etc ) to have 2 screens. I mostly fish creeks but when weather permits will go outside and have a look. Basically my boat isn't suited to handle crap conditions but would like to add a few options when and if possible, thanks for your feedback.