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Post by boesman on May 10, 2017 10:30:14 GMT
I am picking up my new kayak on Friday and I want to get a new sonar to stick on it. My new boat is a Old Town predator and the through scupper is recessed for a Hummingbird transducer.
What is your opinion on Hummingbird FF's?
Do you have any recommendations for me?
Thanks lads.
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Post by philpot on May 10, 2017 12:02:02 GMT
It is set for a Hummingbird because Ocean own both Old Town and Hummingbird. I had a Hummingbird combo but by far preferred the Garmin I had on a previous kayak and if I were to buy another now, it would be Garmin without doubt.
If however you want one of the all singing all dancing FFs then there are other clever units that I have no real knowledge on but if you are wanting a good FF without braking the bank then look no further than Garmin and they have a wealth of experience over many many years.
The mounting system is also far superior to Hummingbird which have a habit of snapping, then you have to send off to Italy to get another bracket.
Phil
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Post by boesman on May 10, 2017 12:17:03 GMT
Thanks Phil, I love my toys.
I would like to get something with side imaging, it looks like a great (I know... unnecessary) toy to play with. I've heard some really good things about the Garmin.
My biggest concern is damaging the transducer, I don't know if the Garmin transducer will fit in the recess. I think for side imaging to work it has to be in the water? I'll see if I can find some dims for the Garmin.
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Post by philpot on May 10, 2017 15:13:45 GMT
To be honest the vast majority of kayak anglers mount the transducer inside the hull as it is only single skin, performance is not an issue. People use silicone or Sikaflex to mount the transducer in place and the only thing to be careful of, not to create or trap air bubbles in the solution or you will get poor signal but don't worry, it is an easy job to do.
Phil
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Post by boesman on May 10, 2017 18:23:03 GMT
Would the side imaging work through the hull?
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Post by philpot on May 14, 2017 7:40:58 GMT
I have never owned a side imaging so cannot comment, you need to get better advice than I can offer there.
Phil
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Post by Izzetafox on May 14, 2017 9:20:37 GMT
I believe all side imaging transducers have to have a clear unobstructed view. i.e outside the hull .
Terry
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Post by boesman on May 15, 2017 7:24:36 GMT
Thanks Gents.
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Post by frosty on May 15, 2017 18:17:00 GMT
I never owned a fish finder but just thinking of getting one but only for fresh water,is all this side scan marlaky worth all the extra dosh and hassle of fitting huge transducers etc? As A bottom mid range priced ff will show the features and depths? Why would we want to see the features in more detail? does side scan show more area of the bottom. Be nice if someone can explain the advantages of side scan down scan and how it will help put more fish in the boat,If it's money well spent on side scan then I will get one and get rid of the plumb rod and plastic marker milk cartons lol.
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Post by Izzetafox on May 15, 2017 19:44:30 GMT
I have just fitted a sidescan transducer to my Hobie Outback. Never used it before and first time will be at Swanage this weekend. There is a reef there and I am looking forward to trying sidescan over it. I will post my results. I should add that I am fortunate enough not to have laid out a load of cash on the gear but I will tell more shortly.  Terry |
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Post by boesman on May 15, 2017 20:13:43 GMT
I have just bought my first FF with side scan, I can't wait to check it out. I can't see how it can not be beneficial, the amount of information you get from it is incredible. Up to 200ft either side of you boat, it would drastically reduce the time I spend finding features to fish. There is many videos like this: youtu.be/-m1Jui2LcgI |
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Post by frosty on May 15, 2017 21:19:04 GMT
Wow cheers for that I just watched the video and im years behind with technology lol. Which one did you buy? How you planing on fitting the transducer
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Post by boesman on May 15, 2017 21:47:05 GMT
I bought a Humminbird Helix 5 si. It's got a relativity tiny transducer, I estimate about 5 inches long. My boat has a transducer scupper designed for the Humminbird transducer, it'll go in there.
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Post by frosty on May 15, 2017 21:59:37 GMT
Perfect. Maybe it should fit my T13 to? Keep me posted how you get on with fitting etc. Thanks bud
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Post by boesman on May 15, 2017 22:23:53 GMT
Will fo mate.
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Post by tinkatinka on May 16, 2017 7:51:34 GMT
Hi guys, For what it's worth I have been using a Hummingbird Piranhamax 230e for some years now.
Whilst its main use is to be used in conjunction with a rod and line it came with a transducer on a suction cup mount.
I have used this setup on my sit in dagger kayak for and it works great.
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