Quote Originally Posted by CharlieL View Post
I think all this conversation is great1 But what I want to know is,,,,, What could be best for the beginner with less than a Lottery winnings be?
I saw the Hummingbird and the Lowrance in action in Florida in April. For the MONEY this is the one: Lowrance Mark-5X DSI Sonar If you want to spend a few more coins go this way: Lowrance Elite-5X DSI Sonar If you want the best, by far, go this way: Humminbird 998 Color Sonar/GPS with HD Down and Side Imaging

I have looked for bream beds with an aluminum pole for years but the boys in Georgetown had these units and they could find a bed with fish in minutes.......Oh, they are also good for crappie stuff...