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 Garmin or Humminbird
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07/27/15 10:24 PM
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Joined: Jun 2002
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jackiekennedyfishingguide
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I have a friend who is looking to buy a new sonar/GPS combo. He wants the best bang for the buck. He has it narrowed down to a HB 899 or a Garmin. The HB has a 7" screen and the Garmin a 9" but it cost $200 more. I've never even seen a Garmin so really can't make a comment. Does anyone have a comment. Please keep it to these two units, because he has had bad luck with Lowrance and refuse to even consider one.
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Re: Garmin or Humminbird
[Re: jackiekennedyfishingguide]
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07/28/15 01:38 AM
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Wayne P.
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If the Garmin has the same sonar technologies as the HB without buying extra stuff to match it, $200 more for a larger display is a good deal.
BUT
Only Garmin maps can be used, so check for the coverage needed before making the purchase.
The Humminbird can use Lakemaster and Navionics mapping.
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Re: Garmin or Humminbird
[Re: jackiekennedyfishingguide]
#11004879
07/28/15 01:35 PM
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Joined: Oct 2002
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ring fry
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If Garmin mapping covers the right lakes, then go Garmin all the way.
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Re: Garmin or Humminbird
[Re: jackiekennedyfishingguide]
#11004934
07/28/15 01:51 PM
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Joined: Oct 2009
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Corey Stanley
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I would go Humminbird all the way. There are more and a lot better mapping options available for fresh water for sure and cant beat the ease of use of the Humminbird, not to mention the quality.
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Re: Garmin or Humminbird
[Re: jackiekennedyfishingguide]
#11007628
07/29/15 05:12 PM
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shut-up-and-fish
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