that was the most in-depth explanation of the Garmin series I have found on KZfaq , now I understand. Thank you.
@dalziel78644 жыл бұрын
Best Sonar video ever, for me as a beginer is like gold
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73054 жыл бұрын
Gee - I don't know about that, but thanks much for the kind words!
@Salty805563 жыл бұрын
This is the best, most informative video I have have ever seen. You explained so much, in such an outstanding manner. I just received my first Kayak Old Timer Big Water 132 PDL; and have decided on the Garmin Echomap UHD 74 cv. I Have used Garmin in my Semi Truck for years and have great faith. You have showed me the features to convince me this is the one that will do all I need. Thank you so very much. Hope we can meet someday. I am from Oxnard, Ca.
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73053 жыл бұрын
thanks for the kind words. that's a sweet ride, and i think you'll be very happy with the fishfinder. if i had to do it all over again, it would still be Garmin.
@paddleandhook4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this video, from someone looking to purchase my first fish finder. 👍🏻
@allstarconsultant54234 жыл бұрын
You're welcome. Yes - I had to buy 3 fish finders before I got the right one.
@XxJalelxX2 жыл бұрын
How about a video on settings you recommend on the Garmin fishfinder for saltwater fishing.
@Salty805564 жыл бұрын
Awesome. So much info explained so even a retiring truck driver (me) can understand it. I knew Garmin was great; been using on in my truck for years, but now I have a better idea of which unit I will put into my Kayak. Thanks again for your willingness to share your knowledge.
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73054 жыл бұрын
I love comments like this one. It tells me I'm hitting the mark. Thank you.
@lmay46423 жыл бұрын
Wow. This is a great video! I’ve been looking at the garmin fishfinders and trying to decipher all the models and types. This is a huge help! Thanks very much.
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73053 жыл бұрын
glad you found it helpful. i like the Garmin fish finders, as well as their other devices.
@brianbartos63883 жыл бұрын
Nice job explaining !
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73053 жыл бұрын
Thanks.
@freakfiveoh3 жыл бұрын
Definitely a good breakdown, I got a bit overwhelmed the first time I tried shopping between all the Garmin models. I want the GPS, Chirp, and Sideview most of all, but I hadn't considered the differences between the transducer options. While I do want to do some saltwater fishing, it won't be anything that deep, so I think the fresh water model will serve my needs better.
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73053 жыл бұрын
hi, if you do any kind of salt water fishing, i'd steer you toward the salt models. the contour lines are invaluable, in addition to having the extra xducer punch. also, there is no guarantee that your particular freshwater bodies are going to be included in the maps.
@freakfiveoh3 жыл бұрын
@@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors7305 I'll probably lean primarily towards saltwater while I'm living near the coast of Virginia, but it would be mostly the inshore regions and rivers, not so much open ocean. I do like the idea of the better quality maps, but I worry the more narrow cone would hurt me in the shallow conditions. That could be a sacrifice worth making though.
@brianhurley9665 жыл бұрын
Just stumbled across your page yesterday and been viewing and enjoying a bunch of your videos. Love how you explain everything and go into great detail without getting boring or over doing it. I work in Culver City and Live in Lake Forest I kayak harbors and surf fish between Marina Del Rey and Dana Point with a trip now and then to the Eastern Sierras. I have a Cobra Explorer for now but working towards a Hobie. Thanks again for sharing all your knowledge and tips, hopefully run into ya on the water or a tackle swap meet some day lol.
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73055 жыл бұрын
When I read comments like these, I know I'm doing something right. Thanks man. Hit me up if you want to fish together.
@AlexeiPavlov4 жыл бұрын
wow how much time you drive every day?
@anvar_art Жыл бұрын
Great video thanks. When are you getting out there again. 7 month Vacation is over. Lol Cheers
@charlesroberts62842 жыл бұрын
What Garmin fishfinder would you recommend for fishing in rivers
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73052 жыл бұрын
Hi, I don't think I can make a recommendation based on River versus Lake versus ocean. I think a better way to think of it might be shallow water versus deep water (100 feet plus). I am primarily an ocean guy, and what I have noticed is that the lower tier Lowrance units like the "Hook" units appeared to struggle in deeper water. I don't think their transducers have enough punch in those conditions. As you may know, I am primarily a kayak fisherman, which limits me in terms of screen size. If I had to choose one unit today, I would probably go with this: Garmin ECHOMAP UHD 74Cv, or if you want the side view, Garmin ECHOMAP UHD 74SV.
@ddecamello4 жыл бұрын
Agh! I know I'm commenting on every video, but you're such a G. Really helpful, I'll be picking up a Striker 4 Plus soon
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73054 жыл бұрын
I don't mind at all. Yes - make sure you pick up the "Plus" variation. The ability to draw your own contour maps is worth the extra price of admission, imo.
@firecatfishing27703 жыл бұрын
💥 Wow... 👍👍👍 Thankyou so much for this tutorial. It really helps breakdown how to pick what you need. ❓Where can I get one of the older Garmin EchoMAP 73SV with chirp?❓
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73053 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear that you found it helpful.
@trueevilangel4 жыл бұрын
thanks. i've been looking video that can brainstorming Garmin product
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73054 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help.
@user-bp7dl7vl8e3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@jasonhiatt24262 жыл бұрын
Okay, so I bought the echo map UHD 63cv. So I could have the maps. But think I am having buyers remorse. But I feel like I paid 200 extra for the extra 1 inch screen and maps over the striker 5cv which really isn’t that bad from what I could tell at the store. And for the 500 mark humminbird and Lowrance offer maps and side imaging. I do see a bunch of features on the echo map that I will never need to use. Knowing you are a Garmin guy is there something I am missing? Cause for the bang for the buck not sure I feel so good about it. Note, I did lean toward garmin cause at the lower end price point I felt they had more to offer. And I do think I like the screen better on the garmin over the other 2. Any thoughts?
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73052 жыл бұрын
well, i would keep the 63cv over the Striker 5cv, and probably over the Humminbird and Lowrance units. that extra 1" of screen real estate is nice to have, believe it or not. it allows you to split the screen into two parts: navigation and sonar - so the more real estate you have, the better off you'll be. i'd pay an extra $100 for that alone. also, where do you fish? strictly shallow? strictly freshwater? if you fish deep water (maybe 100'+), the low to mid-range Lowrance units really struggle. that UHD transducer is a kick-ass one, from what i'm reading and hearing. i'm primarily an ocean guy, so the side imaging is the feature that i'll use the least - it doesn't make sense for me when i'm fishing 200' of water.
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73052 жыл бұрын
and the built-in maps are really nice to have. when fishing new water, nothing is more important than understanding the lay of the land. and if you ever decide to go ocean fishing, you could just buy the older oceanic maps on eBay for like $40 and enjoy the benefits of having the contour maps - huge advantage. make sure the older maps are compatible with your unit first, tho.
@jasonhiatt24262 жыл бұрын
@@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors7305 live in Texas, fresh water bass guy. Most lakes I fish are less than 70ft. Really don’t fish deeper than 20ft. But that can change now that I have a fish finder. And I agree the screen is nice to have. But I would of been okay with the 5. Shoot when I started looking I was just thinking of the striker 4 plus cv. Somehow I ended up with the echo map. Lol. Maybe that’s why I’m not sure how to feel cause I stretched so far. I also already have navionics on an app on my phone that gives me the same thing the echo map does. Though I understand having that in my unit and marking way points is what I want. Guess I’d feel better if it had SV or was on sale or just flat out cheaper. Does the QuickDraw on the other units look as detailed as the navionics? And can you mark way points on them? Thanks so much for taking the time to answer. Much appreciated!!
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73052 жыл бұрын
@@jasonhiatt2426 if all you're going to do is fish fresh shallow water, then i'd agree that having the SV might trump having better electronics (transducer / GPS). i'd imagine the Quickdraw is pretty darn accurate - you're getting it straight from the unit itself. i've not used Navionics before - i refuse to put my expensive phone at risk out on the ocean, and having to bounce my eyes back betw two devices is a no-go for me. i want to see everything on one screen. navigating back to a spot is hard enough when everything is on one screen, let alone two. and the ability to mark waypoints on your ff is one feature i would never, ever, give up. i know some of the Lowrance units don't have GPS built-in, and that makes zero sense to me. outside of the traditions 2D sonar, navigation is the second most important feature, imo. good luck!
@officialWWM4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this info, you sure know your stuff!
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73054 жыл бұрын
Well, to be honest - it was a lot of hit n miss before I realized what model was right for me :)
@officialWWM4 жыл бұрын
Honeybadger VooDoo Outdoors lol, this is the issue I'm having right now. These things are expensive and trying to figure out which unit to buy is doing my head in :/
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73054 жыл бұрын
@@officialWWM Yes, it can be pretty dizzying. Check the video description - I have a summary of recommendations.
@officialWWM4 жыл бұрын
Honeybadger VooDoo Outdoors Thanks, in the end I just went with a Lowrance 9 Ti. I haven't installed it yet but I'm sure it will do everything I need it to :)
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73054 жыл бұрын
@@officialWWM Not too shabby :)
@borfishing76903 жыл бұрын
Very helpful video for understanding the types of finders. I currently have the Striker Plus 7sv. I need to upgrade to a unit that can gps Mark fish or the structure they are on in order to position my boat on them. Any recommendations? I’m fresh water lakes.
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73053 жыл бұрын
hi, to the best of my knowledge, all recent Garmin units have GPS built-in. that's essentially what they are famous for. the little button that looks like a teardrop (next to the power button) is the button that drops the GPS marks, i believe. and if you switch over to the navigation screen (or split the screen into Navi and Sonar), you should be able to see the GPS marks that you've dropped.
@alanbriggs864 жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks for the info!
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73054 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback!
@helpdeskwestcoast49513 жыл бұрын
Very informative and great explanations of different features. Music in the background extremely distracting and annoying. Please fix that in future videos. Great job. Thanks
@losthorizonfishing1075 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. I do mainly saltwater fishing so the side view thing wasn’t that important to me. Unfortunately when I bought a fish finder for my Hobie Revolution 13, I wasn’t smart enough to get one with the GPS function. So currently I use the Navionics program on my iPhone in conjunction with my fish finder. It works, but it’s definitely a royal pain!🎣😃
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73055 жыл бұрын
Thanks - I know what you mean about choosing your first fish finder. I had to go through three iterations before I figured out what I needed, and why.
@rockyfeathers3 жыл бұрын
Hi, I am thinking of getting this fish finder for my old town big water pdl and was wondering what your opinion is of this fish finder. Love your videos. GARMIN-ECHOMAP Plus g3 64cv Fishfinder/Chartplotter Combo with GT23 Transducer and g3 US Coastal Charts
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73053 жыл бұрын
solid fish finder. that model is very close to what i run, and i'm completely happy with mine. the "4" in "64cv" implies it's a model that's geared for the ocean - it will come with contour maps of the ocean.
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73053 жыл бұрын
so i started with the 64cv g2 with the CV23 Transducer, then upgraded the Transducer to the GT23. as i mentioned, very happy. screen is just the right size for my kayak (although 7" is good, too), and it's not touchscreen, which i prefer.
@rockyfeathers3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for replying I watched most of your videos and have garnered a better understanding of ocean fishing. I’m going to be fishing the Newport and Dana point area once my kayak arrives. This is my first kayak so I am just trying to learn as much as I can. Again your videos are very informative.
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73053 жыл бұрын
@@rockyfeathers Enjoy your new fish finder!
@katherinescott88294 жыл бұрын
Can I ask you a question about your angle math? You state that the beam angle at 45 degrees the depth of the water equals the length of the distance from the center of the diameter. This makes sense to me,except this part...wouldn't the actual angle of the beam be 90 degrees? (45 a side?) Also is it possible to share the formulas you put into your spreadsheet?Good video...just trying to take in the concepts. I am about to buy a fish finder so this has been very helpful.
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73054 жыл бұрын
For transparency's sake, I should state again that Garmin is not sponsoring me in any way, shape, or form. I just don't get it...I have in upwards of 1K subscribers - why haven't I made it onto their radar??? Lol.
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73054 жыл бұрын
Gosh darnit - not sure what happened to my first reply. I think my math may have been off - I'm still learning. I think the right formula for projecting cone diameter is =DEPTH*(2*(Tan(RADIANS(BEAM_ANGLE/2)))). It would work in Excel or Google Sheets.
@cheethoe5 жыл бұрын
I just ordered my first fish finder yesterday. I ended up getting a Lowrance Elite 7 ti. Interesting you mentioned Garmin's GPS accuracy, I looked it up to compare to the lowrance. The Lowrance claims 20 meter RMS accuracy while the Garmin states "Garmin® GPS receivers are accurate to within 15 meters (49 feet) 95% of the time. Generally, users will see accuracy within 5 to 10 meters (16 to 33 feet) under normal conditions". It'll be interesting to see what the real world accuracy of my lowrance will be. I partly chose lowrance over garmin because it works with navionics and c-maps. I think I'll primarily be using insight genesis social maps, though the mapping in the redondo beach and MDR area are sparse, I figure I can contribute to the social maps. Oh, and the fish finder I bought has a touchscreen... oops, I guess I'll be carrying lots of hand towels on my kayak
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73055 жыл бұрын
I think you'll like it. If you're fishing the ocean, the GPS accuracy will likely be negligible - you'll have zero obstructions of the sky. A lake that's hidden away under steep peaks may favor Garmin, but who knows. Garmin's version of the social maps is called the "Quickdraw community", and it's pretty sparse too. But the ability to create your own maps is pretty invaluable for small bodies of water that aren't part of the map system. And if you're putting slime on your screen, it means you're catching fish, lol.
@officialWWM4 жыл бұрын
How do you like it?
@cheethoe4 жыл бұрын
@@officialWWM I'm pretty happy with the lowrance elite 7 ti. Though, sometimes when I see Honeybadger's screen shots I feel like his CHIRP image is slightly better than mine possibly due to a better/upgraded transducer? I need to try looking at the same spots as him side by side. Touchscreen hasn't been an issue at all. I've been able to do sick google maps overlays with my lowrance so I'm pretty stoked on that.
@officialWWM4 жыл бұрын
cheethoe thanks for the feedback. I need to buy a new unit and it's a minefield out there!
@cheethoe4 жыл бұрын
@@officialWWM I should also mention, one feature I really like with my lowrance is I can do a split screen bottom lock so I can zoom in on the bottom structure as well as view the entire water column at the same time so I don't miss bait balls or mid column/top water fish
@jimkern79224 жыл бұрын
I have an Ocean Kayak Big Game 2 with the thru hull transducer mounting capability. Basically there is a recessed area on the underside of one of the kayak scupper holes where the transducer mounts. Humminbird makes a transducer that fits this recessed area very well but the Garmin transducer looks to be much larger. How do you have your transducer mounted? Are there any videos that might show how you set up your fish finding system? I'm in the Santa Barbara area and am really enjoying your videos. I just bought my kayak a few months ago and am slowly adding features to it with out over-doing it.
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73054 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words. I'm a Garmin guy and I've bought into their ecosystem: hiking, biking, fishfinders, etc. I use a product called "Duct Seal" to situate my fishfinder transducer. Here is video link: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hd6PZpl6v67Je6M.html
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73054 жыл бұрын
Also, choosing the right fishfinder can be daunting. Here is video that shows what to look for. I have to warn you though - it's long and maybe boring: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qamqd7FztaqomZs.html
@jimkern79224 жыл бұрын
@@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors7305 Thanks for the info. I absolutely thought that the transducer wouldn't work through a material like the plastic hull but apparently I was wrong. Good to know.
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73054 жыл бұрын
@@jimkern7922 You are welcome. Get out there and have fun, man.
@johnjeson30524 жыл бұрын
HI VERY GOOD VIDEO BRAVO I AM THINKING TO GET THE STRIKER PLUS 9SV WITH TRANSDUCER GT52 HW -TM . I WOULD LIKE YOUR OPINION. THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS YOU.
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73054 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words. Are you primarily a fresh or salt guy?
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73054 жыл бұрын
Echomap Plus G3 94SV: bit.ly/30xju4p
@p3teytran3 жыл бұрын
Those contoured maps look extremely detailed compared to the one I have on my gsrmin gsp 4210 with g2 vision hd maps. Am I able to add these maps somehow?
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73053 жыл бұрын
hi, the contour maps you're referring to are just examples coming from a website, i believe. in any case, i believe the newest iteration of maps is G3, although i couldn't tell you if they are any more detailed than the G2. if your unit has a microSD slot, you should be able to buy the G3 maps and use them on your unit.
@QUIKENs20004 жыл бұрын
What about the echoMAP UHD 64cv/Fishfinder US Coastal g3 Charts and GT24 Transducer whats the gt24 good for?
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73054 жыл бұрын
According to Garmin, the "UHD" will provide better resolution for the ClearVu and SideVu imaging, and doesn't impact the 2D sonar.
@HiJack05013 жыл бұрын
Hi. Have you researched btw STRIKER™ Vivid 5cv & STRIKER™ Plus 5cv? same price, same written on spec page. Trying to buy a Garmin 5", hope can get some advise from ya, Thanks!
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73053 жыл бұрын
I have not used the vivid series, but I have used the striker series before, and they are good units. If you need and built in maps, the eggo map series is the way to go.
@HiJack05013 жыл бұрын
@@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors7305 thanks. Trying to know the different btw these two and purchase one of em.
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73053 жыл бұрын
@@HiJack0501 the "Plus" in Garmin lingo typically means you can draw your own underwater contour maps. i think it's worth the premium.
@HiJack05013 жыл бұрын
@@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors7305 I just double check the vivid version. It also has quickdraw contours function. I guess i need to call Garmin to find out the difference. Ordered 2 Old Town Salty PDL 120 with my friend. Hopefully getting them soon and meet you on the water. Cheers
@HiJack05013 жыл бұрын
I just seem the PLUS series belong to MARINE | FISHFINDERS | PREVIOUS MODELS.....so VIVID could be the upgraded version of PLUS. when i open Garmin official web, i cannot find PLUS shown on the page, gotta search the model # to view spec page.
@AntiVaganza3 жыл бұрын
Are you sure about the intentional inaccuracy of GPS? It used to be, back when it was regarded as an important military strategic edge, but I don't think it has been degraded on purpose for civilians for the past 20 years.
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73053 жыл бұрын
I'll be completely honest - I may be working with outdated data. Everything I say should be taken with a grain of salt :)
@AntiVaganza3 жыл бұрын
@@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors7305 That's cool. Actually, I moved to China some years back and there, until perhaps 6-7 years ago, the GPS was really out of whack. As much as a 200m. They have since stopped messing with it.
@GrimReaper684405 жыл бұрын
How does your garmin work in freshwater? The echo map 64cv?
@honeybadgervoodoooutdoors73055 жыл бұрын
In general, I'm very happy with the 64cv. It comes with ocean maps and no freshwater maps, but virtually all the lakes I go to are in the Eastern Sierra area, and I doubt that the freshwater series would have maps for them either. The narrow cone angle isn't ideal for shallow water - for example, in 40' of water, my cone diameter would only be about 26' (as opposed to 80' with freshwater model like the Echomap 53cv). Actually, now that I think about it, I think an 80' cone in 40' of water is too big. I think the smaller beam angle begins to pay dividends after about 30', and many of the Eastern Sierra lakes are glacial-formed lakes that are 40'+++.
@darrellkershaw14912 жыл бұрын
When you like one brand over another its like a sales pitch for your favorite brand. Needs to be unbiased. I watched the first few seconds and immediately felt it was a sales pitch. I'm out!