I have owned HB, Lowrance & Garmin
I remember the good times I had watching fish on 2D that would come up and hit my jig. This was done while still fishing over brush.
I then purchased a HB 898 because of all the hype about DI/SI. I also enjoyed the fellowship and training that Cane Pole gave me on this unit. I then started scanning & looking.
After all the clearer picture hype, I bought a Lowrance HDS. Now I have a HB at the console & a Lowrance at the trolling motor.
As for me, I enjoyed the 2D better than the white specks on SI.
After spending several dollars on the updates I have found that I don't have as much fun as I did fishing over brush.
So now I am anxiously awaiting for the new Garmin 50s to reach the market with the new 10 hz/ sec renewal rate on GPS.
Like I said, I like 2D & would put the Garmin 550c up against HB & Lowrance for clear pictures.
Now this old man will be able sit over brush and once again enjoy watching the fish come & go looking at my jig.
Last edited by Don G; 03-01-2013 at 08:45 AM.
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