Fish finder?

So I have been looking into getting a finder and not sure what to go with do I want one with a gps or get that separate I will be using in the ocean mostly but might get 2 transducers so I can just move the headset to my boat. Any advice would be greatly appreciated

Seems kinda searchbuttony.  I'm gonna look

I believe a FF with a GPS is the only way to go, especially on the ocean.  And it's not a bad idea to have a backup handheld GPS in the pocket of your life vest.  GPS is not only handy for marking those special fishing spots but I use mine on the ocean to watch the speed and direction of my drift.  I use a Lowrance Elite 4 CHIRP unit and it does everything I need.  However I wouldn't mind a larger screen at times. 

The key to a good FF and GPS is knowing how to use it thoroughly.  Be sure to read the owners guide and before you hit the water get familiar with all the settings, so you know how to use them in a pitch.

Absolutely get the GPS. It has many uses. When you look at the amount of money we can spend on the sport, the added cost is a small fraction. 

Thank you I think I will get the lowrance it has great reviews priced decent and better specs than what I was looking at before I decided to ask

Keep your eyes peeled for sales and clearances.  Last year when getting ready to buy a second transducer + power cable to be able to move the head unit between kayaks, I found a Lowrance Elite 4 HDI on sale for $10 more than the cables would cost - with a $25 rebate!

Thank you I think I will get the lowrance it has great reviews priced decent and better specs than what I was looking at before I decided to ask

I think I need a new ff also and this might be the one.  Where are you finding the best price?

I am in the same scenario. I need fish finder for my Outback, I am looking into Lowrance Hook 5 Chirp, I dont know what transducer to get. I will be fishing both Fresh and Saltwater, can you please help what would anyone recommend? Thank you

I am in the same scenario. I need fish finder for my Outback, I am looking into Lowrance Hook 5 Chirp, I dont know what transducer to get. I will be fishing both Fresh and Saltwater, can you please help what would anyone recommend? Thank you

I'm no expert but I use the one it comes with for both.

GPS is handy for the mapping features that come with it, but never hit the ocean without a good compass onboard. Not just one of those cheepos that clip to your vest

Thank you I think I will get the lowrance it has great reviews priced decent and better specs than what I was looking at before I decided to ask

I think I need a new ff also and this might be the one.  Where are you finding the best price?

i got one from dicks it was $10 cheaper and free shipping

GPS is handy for the mapping features that come with it, but never hit the ocean without a good compass onboard. Not just one of those cheepos that clip to your vest

thank you for the words of wisdom! Safety is #1! I will definitely have a compass marine band vhf extra floatations Pfd proper attire and spare paddle feel free to mention anything I am forgetting. This site has been a blessing!

I forgot my whistle is attached to my pdf

GPS is handy for the mapping features that come with it, but never hit the ocean without a good compass onboard. Not just one of those cheepos that clip to your vest

thank you for the words of wisdom! Safety is #1! I will definitely have a compass marine band vhf extra floatations Pfd proper attire and spare paddle feel free to mention anything I am forgetting. This site has been a blessing!

I forgot my whistle is attached to my pdf

Carry multiple GPS and compass.  Think about a redundant radio too.  2 is one, one is none.  The fog gets thick around here and can come up out of nowhere.

I believe a FF with a GPS is the only way to go, especially on the ocean.  And it's not a bad idea to have a backup handheld GPS in the pocket of your life vest.  GPS is not only handy for marking those special fishing spots but I use mine on the ocean to watch the speed and direction of my drift.  I use a Lowrance Elite 4 CHIRP unit and it does everything I need.  However I wouldn't mind a larger screen at times. 

The key to a good FF and GPS is knowing how to use it thoroughly.  Be sure to read the owners guide and before you hit the water get familiar with all the settings, so you know how to use them in a pitch.

I think the key to a good FF is following your buddy who knows how to use one LOL !!!!!! GPS is nice to get back in when the fog comes in and they leave you, but, i will have a Hobie this year !!!

I found a pair of uniden Atlantis 270 for about $180 I do have 2 kayaks so when I take my buddy on the bay or river we would both have 1 even though we never get far enough away to use them