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Need advice on GPS, Depth Finder and a bunch of accessories
Posted: Mon Jun 09, 2014 12:54 pm
by Douglas4315
Hi everyone!
First weekend out on the new Pontoon and it was an absolute blast! Should have done this years ago!
Anyway the boat did not come with a depth finder so it's interesting trying to get into low depth coves. Can anyone recommend a decent depth finder? We will not be using it for fishing more just depth and water temperature.
On another note what about a GPS? We are on an 8 mile lake, do I really need it or is it just to track speed?
Lastly, what other accessories should be be thinking about? All set with fenders, jackets, towable tube and kneeboard. Anything else?
Re: Need advice on GPS, Depth Finder and a bunch of accessories
Posted: Mon Jun 09, 2014 1:00 pm
by curtiscapk
Bass Pro has humminbirds for as low as 80 bucks...
http://www.basspro.com/Brand-Humminbird ... iqZ1z0u8zg
Boat hook! RIP Missy
Re: Need advice on GPS, Depth Finder and a bunch of accessories
Posted: Mon Jun 09, 2014 1:34 pm
by Mosnowman
Douglas..since you asked and I'm good at spending other's money...here is what I have on my boat...
Clore JNC660 'Jump-N-Carry' 1,700 Peak Amp 12-Volt Jump Starter
by Clore Automotive
Minn Kota Powerdrive V2 54 Pontoon Boat Trolling Motor with Quick Release Bracket (54-lb Thrust, 48" Shaft)
Moeller Scepter Topside Marine Fuel Tank with Gauge (6.6-Gallon)
Uniden MHS125 Marine Handheld Radio
Magma SS Grill
Re: Need advice on GPS, Depth Finder and a bunch of accessories
Posted: Mon Jun 09, 2014 1:38 pm
by bassn386
Don't bother spending your money on a GPS. If you get lost on a lake that size, maybe you need another form of recreation (lol!). I have a Garmin 250, but you can find cheaper. Don't be talked into color; you don't need it.
Re: Need advice on GPS, Depth Finder and a bunch of accessories
Posted: Mon Jun 09, 2014 4:07 pm
by MH Hawker
A grill is a necessity.
Re: Need advice on GPS, Depth Finder and a bunch of accessories
Posted: Mon Jun 09, 2014 5:54 pm
by OK Toon
As far as a GPS, if you have a decent smart phone, just spend $10 on a Navionics app. That what we did and it works great to know the channel location and where I am on the lake. Just make sure your lake is listed on the app.
Re: Need advice on GPS, Depth Finder and a bunch of accessories
Posted: Tue Jun 10, 2014 4:48 am
by VacationLand
I use a Humminbird 798ci HD. It's a bit of overkill but I like the large screen and it's great for fishing. Also shows your track so you can navigate at night. My lake is not large either but there is a lot of rocks and shallow areas that aren't marked very well.
Re: Need advice on GPS, Depth Finder and a bunch of accessories
Posted: Thu Jun 12, 2014 5:41 am
by Bullman
My boat came with a garmin 421....it is over kill
And yes, some apps on my phone give much greater detail.
For me, the biggest benifit is the bread crumbs....I am on a lake where 1 meter can make the difference as to whether you keep your low end. I mostly use it for midnight cruises. ...
Re: Need advice on GPS, Depth Finder and a bunch of accessories
Posted: Wed Jun 18, 2014 11:41 am
by JohnO
I agree with Bullman. The breadcrumbs.
The main use I have for my GPS (It's a garmin of some sort I think, fishfinder, water temp, GPS etc) is tracking my speed.
Most important use is when I get caught on the lake at night. I can follow my own trail back to the dock and know that I won't run into the shore or anything else (even then I keep my speed below 10mph after dark). Sometimes the shore and the water look the same.