jtravis2
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I'm considering upgrading my current unit, a Lowrance LCX-18C, I primarily fish for Kokanne. Any suggestions.
Jim
Jim
I'm considering upgrading my current unit, a Lowrance LCX-18C, I primarily fish for Kokanne. Any suggestions.
Jim
Oh man, I might have to delay my retirement for new electronics tooexcited nnnnnnotttttttt laugh hystUnless you absolutely have to replace your existing sonar, I would recommend waiting. Both Lowrance & Humminbird are experimenting with new technology that is currently being beta tested. When these units come out of production, we will all be looking at buying new electronics. I don't have all the details but this is what I was sent by Lowrance.
"With the introduction of our new side and down scan capabilities in 2009 we are now exploring real time 3D fish finding technology which will revolutionize the way anglers locate fish." - Lowrance
All this having been said, you can be sure these units will not be cheap. Lowrance's new Side and Down Scan models were released prematurely before the beta testing was complete in an effort to compete with Humminbird and many of these units have had major problems.
Overall I'm happy with my current unit but I don't believe it provides the clarity (pixels), more specifically, identifying fish in the water column and structure's I need. I'm not a bass fisherman so I don't need Lowrances structure scan. As far as what I'm willing to pay; Ive been looking at Lowrance's HDS 8, slightly under $2000.00.
Thanks for the input.
Jim
Uncle Sam takes his cut so I can get paid, even from me.Bduck what is Retirement??laugh hyst The only reason I work is so I can afford to fish after uncle sam takes his cut. crymeariver
Great input guys. I will read the reviews on the HDS units. I was in Bass Pro today, on my way home to Fresno, talked to an employee who said the units they have are 2009. He didn't know when they would get the 2010's in. In reading some of the forums I saw Airmar mentioned, this is something brand new to me. SuperD, what model Airmar are you suggesting and how do I know if they're compatible with my unit?
Thanks
Jim