I have a Lowrance Elite7 Chirp on the front of my stick steer boat. I have been doing a lot of research on the Garmin Striker 7 sv. I hate the idea that I can't get the GT 52 transducer. Now, Lowrance has come out with the new Hook 2 7x tripple shot with the same 2d, down scan, and side imaging, and GPS plotter as the Garmin at the price of the Garmin on sale for last years model.The hook 2 7x is supposed to require less tuning. I am not into mapping, way points and already have GPS on my other unit. Am I doing too much research? Am I overlooking something? It is too late after you have pulled the trigger, whatever was overlooked will have to be lived with.Thanks to everyone for your input. I appreciate all comments...........crappie1133