Choices humminbird 899ci HD SI or humminbird Helix 7 SI
Which one do you think would be the best choice?
and
Why do you think it is the best choice?
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Choices humminbird 899ci HD SI or humminbird Helix 7 SI
Which one do you think would be the best choice?
and
Why do you think it is the best choice?
Im not exactly sure why, or even where i heard this (probably on here or a youtube video) but they said the 899 was a better choice. Sorry wish I had more info
Scrat, look back through some of the recent post's. Someone asked the same question and down in the answers Rickie posted a breakdown of the differences of the units. Then explained why one unit would be a better choice over the other.
Thanks cray and zippy I found the post.
http://www.crappie.com/crappie/fishi...opinions-help/
I just ordered a 899si...after doing alot of research and even talked to hummingbird even they told me the 899 was a better buy. Has more features and things for the money. Yes it's being discontinued but like they said they will be supporting it for awhile. That's the reason I went that way...hope it helps you. I know rice did post on a post of mine giving the pros of each one
Check our my previous post hummingbird 800 series it might help some...
I had an 899 and loved it. Was like an extension of my body after a while I knew it so well. Recently upgraded to a helix 10 and as awesome as the new fish finder is I still find myself missing the 899.
The 899 would be closer compared in features to the HELIX 9 ...
Rickie
Just got one from cabelas 599.00 nice price on 899 ci hd si unit could not pass up.
I would like to know if you have used it yet and how you like your new sonar.Quote:
Originally Posted by jim8861
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They are on bass central new now for 500.00 and the 999 ci hd si for 800.00 the are on electronic section for discontinued fish finders.never used mine yet.all lakes are frozen here in Ohio
Thanks everyone for helping me decide on getting the Humminbird 899ci hd si. I was able to buy a new one for way way less than what they originally cost. I also am in the process of getting the better upgraded transducer. I have never owned anything but the regular 2D gray scale HB units. With my lake being mostly 4'-8' water they never showed me very much except depth. I am very excited now wanting to get it on the water and try it out. I am just waiting for the transducer now as I have got everything else mounted on the boat. I will probably be needing help with some of the settings as I start learning to use it. Good to know so many of you have had this unit and know all about it. I was also able to get a 2 year warranty deal from Humminbird for buying this model from them, so this makes this even a better deal. It's going to be neat being able to fish water that I can really see fish and structure instead of just guessing they maybe their. I have read several post here and there about the HB 899 si and have talked to some people here and they have been a real lot of help. If anyone buys a new Humminbird make sure you fill out the Humminbird select registration to get the extra year warranty and all the extras that come with it. Well when I get it going I hope to show pretty fish and structure pictures like the others here. Thanks again for everyones help.
Humminbird Select | Model Registration
Wow! That was fast sent my transducer to Humminbird for the exchange and in less than 7 days I got it (XHS 9 HDSI 180 T) today. The lady I talked to was very nice at Humminbird also when I called for the transducer exchange and she was very helpful and knew more about what I needed than most customer service people. Now it won't be long before I can get out on the water and try out my new HB 899ci hd si sonar unit. I give Humminbird a A+ rating on the transducer exchange.
I will have to say what little I have dealt with hummingbird customer service you can't ask for more professional or nicer people. I just upgraded to the 899 myself and that was alot of the reason I did. American made and great customer service plus a great product.
Jim you got a website for that price?Quote:
Originally Posted by jim8861
They are sold out now I thank bbg marina has them for like 625.00 and no tax
Do they have a site with contact info?
Yes or call and talk to Brian www.bbgmarina.com
Hodge marina has them on sale for 599.00
Check out brian@bbgmarine! The man is a thrill to work with and really knows his units well. Also He has beat any price on everything my friends and I have purchased from him. I looked around and get several quotes and his was always the best. I wouldnt tell him the prices from other places his are just naturally priced lower. And if your out of state from him then there is no sales tax either. THATS HUGE. And my shipping has never been over $8. I ordered my ulterra from him and shipping was still $8. Dunno how he does it....but he does.
The 999 or the 899?Quote:
Originally Posted by jim8861
899 thank 999 sold out
If anyone is still looking for an 899 check out Cabelas. The price has been dropping since last September at Cabelas when I got mine.