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06-09-2024, 11:36 AM | #1 |
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Garmin castable sonar
My grandson is looking at a Garmin Castable sonar fish finder. I see one at $130 and another with GPS at $180. He is 14, fishes mostly from a 13' Boston Whaler on Winni and on Cape Cod. Does anybody have related experience?
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06-09-2024, 01:00 PM | #2 |
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I have no experience with this product but wonder why it exists.
My inclination would be to cast a lure rather than a sonar device. The cheapest fish/depth finder at Walmart is actually cheaper than that device. |
06-10-2024, 03:34 AM | #3 |
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In The Same Spirit...
For a little more money, a wireless submersible device is available that detects edible fish species, chases after the biggest one (at any depth) and, if the target fish has revealed a low mercury signature, spears it for you.
Fishing has never been more rewarding! |
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06-10-2024, 07:53 AM | #4 |
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Although I have no experience with a castable device, I think your grandson's money may be better spent on an inexpensive fishfinder for the boston whaler.
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06-10-2024, 09:29 AM | #5 |
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HaHa. Can it be configured to cut anchor lines in front of my property?
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06-13-2024, 08:16 PM | #7 |
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That was quite funny!
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09-05-2024, 06:13 AM | #8 |
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For your grandson, the choice between the two fish finders depends on what he needs:
Basic Model ($130): This one will show fish and underwater structures but without GPS. It’s a good choice if he mainly needs fish-finding features. Model with GPS ($180): This one includes GPS, which can help with navigation and marking fishing spots. It’s useful for keeping track of locations and routes. Given that he’s fishing from a small boat and might benefit from navigation features, the model with GPS could be a better option. |
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