Fishing Forum

First of all, I would like to thank all of you for your knowledge and posts. Since I received my float tube I have already constructed a rod holder (PVC) using a combination of all of your ideas.
Recently, I have been setting aside some money for a fish finder. I have an ODC 420 float tube. I have researched the Humminbird fishin Buddy 120 (cheapest model with the sidefinder option) and was wondering what people on this forum thought about the Fishin Buddy's versus ca the Humminbird 565 (similar cost).
I mostly fish in small lakes or ponds with spinning rods or a fly rod (bass, trout, panfish, crappie and hopefully some cats). Since I will be targeting many fish along the shore area I have become enamoured with the sidefinding ability of the fishin buddy. What are your opinions? The 120 is ~$180 and the 565 is ~$200. Are the piranhamaxs worth considering? Thanks
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[cool][#0000ff]For the type of fishing you describe, you will probably get more use and value from the unit with sidefinding. Trout and many panfish are known for suspending and a sidefinder can help you locate them for casting. If you were doing mostly deeper water fishing, with vertical presentations, then the 565 would be a better investment.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]The Piranhamax units have a lot of happy followers. I have never used them, but know some folks who like them. You have to do your own homework and make your own decision...based on features, price, etc.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Good luck. Sounds like you are coming along well with your tubing program.[/#0000ff]
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Thanks for input TubeDude. I will look into acquiring a HumminBird 120 fishin Buddy. Ebay often has some of the old Bottom line models that sell for less than a $100. However, I think I will spend more cash and go for the HumminBird improved model.
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ARGH! Definitely, go with the Hummingbird! The Bottom Line were terrible!
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