LOWRANCE ELITE-7 HDI

[Slip Sinker]

This is such a great unit that ive had already for two seasons and yet each time i take it out on a trip i feel like ive learned something new. i will be posting hints tips and tricks and screenshot interpretations as i grow with this unit. hopefully we can all learn from each other on the same or similar units.

[carl hendrix]

I like that unit Ken;; might eventually get me one to!!

[Slip Sinker]

i originally paid 699.00 for it and got 150 dollars worth of rebate... now i see them listed below 500.00 but i wish it was a HDS unit ...but ive been happy with it catching fish.

[Leo Nguyen]

I was thinking about the Elite 5 or the HDS 5 Gen2. Great models to have. Of course, the upgrading bells and whistles are a killer on the budget.

[Slip Sinker]

i was looking at the hardware burden of the structurescan accessories wow! your kayak would be leaning to one side.lol... two transducers!

[Leo Nguyen]

Yep. Too many hardware, and total weight can mount to 20lbs easy.

[Slip Sinker]

the adjustable ram mount was a great addition.

[Leo Nguyen]

Ram mount is perfect for high rising displays, as well as rod holder. I have Scotty's display mounts and rod holders on mine. Extremely sturdy and they have taken quite a beating.

[Slip Sinker]

i am to amazed on the strength of this hardware. i also recommend them highly

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[dick tabbert]

Thanks Ken. Although the units may have different names and manufactures they all have a lot of the same options.

[Leo Nguyen]

It's all about how much you want to shell out, and for which bag of mixed options. We need to come up with a compiled list of MUST HAVE vs Great to Have as Extra for different crafts.

From there, we can create a side-by-side listing of the slightly older and current units..that don't blow the budgets.

[Slip Sinker]

school of bluegill moving under the boat while anchored.

[dick tabbert]

I'm assuming your running a fairly slow chart speed here.