If you have a tunnel boat or a powercat, you may have a tough time getting your fishfinder’s transom mount transducer to work up to its full potential. In fact, due to the quirky water flow these types of boats produce, transducer placement will have a huge impact on how … Continue reading
Category Archives: electronics
Tips for Hunting Fish with your Fishfinder
When I’m at the helm of my boat staring at my fishfinder screen, I feel like a predator with the keen vision of an eagle – even though my old eyes can barely make out the print on a prescription bottle held at arm’s length. Luckily, modern fishfinders can give old salts the … Continue reading
5 Hot New Marine Electronics Units for 2013
Unlike other segments of the boating and fishing industry, technological leaps happen in marine electronics as rapidly as a 100-pound tarpon strips the drag on a spinning rod. In fact, every year these electronics change just as quickly as the world of land-based electronics – and that’s mighty fast. So, what’s in store … Continue reading
Help – Why Does My VHF Radio Do This?
Recently, a friend described a problem he was having with his VHF radio and asked me if I could give him some help fixing it. Luckily, I didn’t have to lift a finger. I’ve seen this problem a dozen or more times through the years, especially on small open boats like trailered … Continue reading
Can You Make Your Marine Electronics Work Better? YES!
Marine electronics like GPS chartplotters, VHF radios, and fishfinders can be finicky, but I’m not telling you anything you don’t already know. The real question is, are your units working up the their full potential? Chances are, the answer is no. Use these three ways, to give yourself a serious … Continue reading
Shopping for the Right Fishfinder
I hear this question more often than any other: I plan to go shopping for a new fishfinder, so what’s the best way to go about it? Choosing a new fishfinder is a tough process, one in which we all second-guess ourselves, struggle through, and change our minds often. So, how should one go about … Continue reading
Underwater Fish Cams: Are they Cheating?
Ever since underwater fish cams became popular, people have argued over whether or not they give you an unfair advantage over the competition – and the fish. In fact, several tournament trails have banned fish cams from their events. But, are they really worth this sort of dust-up? After using … Continue reading
Should You Get a Side Scanning Sonar?
Side scanning sonar has been around for a few years now, and we’ve had a chance to put it through its paces. So, what’s the final decision? Should you get a side scanner, and is it worth the extra expense? Yes, no, and maybe are all valid answers. Here’s why: … Continue reading
Stop Thief – My iZon on My Boat!
Theft is a perpetual problem for many boat owners. And, it really stinks – not only is some dirt-bag stealing from you, he’s attacking your pride and joy. News flash: in this day and age, it’s a lot easier to stop boat theft. Keep your eyes on your boat with … Continue reading
