I'm on that page with you Jeff. The new fl22 seems to have some outstanding qualities but the gripe I've heard most often about is the $$$.

Something to think about with vex units that the Marcum units will not cover is the interchanability of the transducersbetween newer or less units with the newest and better quality units. Some small adapter may be required but to have dual cone capabilty is an up-grade that will broaden anyones fishing abilities under the ice. I am not entirely positive but I think the fl22 has a three angle transducer and that as an after market add-on might something to look at instead of a complete up-grade. I'm almost certain I read where the 3 angle puck with wires and adapter run under the c-note threashold while the fl22 itself is about 550.00.