Naterwedge Posted January 13, 2014 Posted January 13, 2014 So a little backstory, with spring coming I'm getting the ole bass bug (I reload during the winter, so fishing takes a backseat). I've got a bass tracker, with some outdateddd fishfinders, small screen, black and white. The lake I usually fish is incredibly deep for Ky. It's in cave country, so from the bank it'll go down to 5ft deep (about 4ft away from the bank) then drop to 70ft. I use to be able to have decent luck beating the bank and I had a few honey holes, but due to the crazy weather or pressure, I've been getting skunked. So I'm decided to bite the bullet this year and buy a nice unit for my console, so I can find some baitfish or locate schools (I primarily use my fishfinders just for depth, temp and bottom structure). My question is, what would be the best unit with a price tag under $750, and not a dollar more? I'm drawn to the ray marine dragonfly, but figured maybe y'all would have a different suggestion? Sorry for rambling, any help would be greatly appreciated! Quote
Chief 2 Posted January 13, 2014 Posted January 13, 2014 I have been researching the heck out of FF to add to the bow of my new 190TX. I am going with the HB 899ci hd si combo. It is above what you want to spend, but there is a great deal on the attached you may want to consider. http://www.overtons.com/modperl/product/details.cgi?pdesc=Humminbird-798ci-HD-SI-GPS/Fishfinder-Combo&i=80342&r=view&aID=604D2&cID=PGRABBER_80342 Good luck! Gary Quote
Super User slonezp Posted January 13, 2014 Super User Posted January 13, 2014 I have been researching the heck out of FF to add to the bow of my new 190TX. I am going with the HB 899ci hd si combo. It is above what you want to spend, but there is a great deal on the attached you may want to consider. http://www.overtons.com/modperl/product/details.cgi?pdesc=Humminbird-798ci-HD-SI-GPS/Fishfinder-Combo&i=80342&r=view&aID=604D2&cID=PGRABBER_80342 Good luck! Gary Probably the best bang for your buck Quote
Chief 2 Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 If you are still looking, Gander Mountain is selling the HB 798ci hd gps si with a $50 HB rebate to boot. That gets you a high end unit for right at $600.00. Quote
Megastink Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 My local Bass Pro had the HB 798ci hd combos for $499. Go there and look!!!!!! Quote
Naterwedge Posted January 22, 2014 Author Posted January 22, 2014 Thanks guys. Now I'm patiently waiting on my W2's, hopefully these sales will hold! Quote
Super User flyfisher Posted January 22, 2014 Super User Posted January 22, 2014 And just think, this year if you adjust your deductions and just save the money you can buy it without having to wait and not have to pay taxes Quote
Champfishnva Posted January 22, 2014 Posted January 22, 2014 yea I am doing the same, lol. But im looking at the 800 series would'nt mind the SI but i like DI a little better Just my thought! Quote
Smokinal Posted January 22, 2014 Posted January 22, 2014 The 798ci si/di will definitely be your best bet. I love mine. Sure, I'd love a bigger screen but it's the biggest I could afford as well. Quote
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