06-29-2011, 03:54 AM
I'm in the market for a fairly cheap (under $200) fishfinder. Kind of torn over from a Fishin' Buddy from humminbird, or something that actually requires a 12V battery to run. I just bought a ODC 420 Lite, which under my impression is the same build as the ODC 420 similar to a Outcast Fat Cat, just lighter. As far as having the room to store a battery is possible. I would just rather deal with AA's then a bulky 12V.
Along with that, I would think the more accurate Finders would come from having more power to run them, creating a stronger signal. Which also plays a roll in my decision. I definitely want something that's accurate, I mean who doesn't.
Third would be portability to remove it from the tube is ease and take it ice fishing, etc. I've read that the Lowrance units have a lot more settings/features compared to the humminbirds. I just want something simple and effective with accuracy.
How do you guys feel about the side finders on the fishin' buddy units? For as little as it sonars I'm not sure how accurate it would be other then possible locating trout or other species that hang tight to the surface.
If anyone has pictures as well as how you mounted yours that would also we a great help in my decision!
Thanks,
Jason B
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Along with that, I would think the more accurate Finders would come from having more power to run them, creating a stronger signal. Which also plays a roll in my decision. I definitely want something that's accurate, I mean who doesn't.
Third would be portability to remove it from the tube is ease and take it ice fishing, etc. I've read that the Lowrance units have a lot more settings/features compared to the humminbirds. I just want something simple and effective with accuracy.
How do you guys feel about the side finders on the fishin' buddy units? For as little as it sonars I'm not sure how accurate it would be other then possible locating trout or other species that hang tight to the surface.
If anyone has pictures as well as how you mounted yours that would also we a great help in my decision!
Thanks,
Jason B
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