| Highest Rated Fishfinders | ||
|---|---|---|
 | Humminbird Helix 5 CHIRP G2 | 4.8/5 |
 | Lowrance HDS 7 Gen3 | 4.7/5 |
 | Garmin Striker 7sv | 4.6/5 |
 | Garmin echoMAP CHIRP 73sv | 4.6/5 |
 | Raymarine Dragonfly 7 PRO | 4.4/5 |
The Fujinon Techno Stabi binoculars in this test are 3rd generation and feature a magnification factor of 14x coupled with 40mm objective lenses. Black rubber armor coating in combination with a polycarbonate case offers a high degree of impact protection for the lenses and electronics. The rear case panel holds
Here’s how to flush mount marine electronics with the new panel mounted on the outside of the console or dashboard. Flush mounting electronics not only looks good, it increase the value of your boat, and keeps everything on the same plane for easy viewing and switch handling. You’ll Need Five
Using the Flir Navigator II to see through the dark—recreational boaters, light commercial operators and on-the-water law enforcement units have been using this thermal imaging night vision technology to turn night into day. It was only about 10 years ago that earlier generations of thermal imaging systems began helping Coast
The Flir First Mate MS 324 puts the same night vision technology into the hands of recreational boaters that the Coast Guard uses to catch bad guys—all in a compact self-contained handheld device that is ready for action on a moment’s notice. First Mate is actually a thermal imaging device
Having useful fishing electronics on your boat will help you catch more fish. So you’ve bought yourself a boat and you want to become a decent fisherman. You’ll want to be armed with an arsenal of marine electronics. Sonar and Global Positioning System (GPS) stand out as the primary weapons
The fish finder transducer available for your machine may vary from a manufacturer selected unit packaged with the display to a variety of optional units. You’ll likely find transom mounts, thru-hulls, and possibly a shoot-thru unit as options. Transom mounts are normally constructed from plastic while a thru-hull unit can
We fully tested and reviewed seven electric bilge pumps from three different makers in the 700 to 1250 GPH size range. We tested the Attwood V750, V900, and V1250, from Rule the 800, model 20R, and the 1100, model 27D, with two Shurflo Piranha pumps, the 700 and 1000, filling
The DeLorme Earthmate PN-40 is a powerful full-mapping handheld GPS has a 32-channel WAAS-enabled GPS receiver, onboard electronic compass, and barometric altimeter. There is currently one other Earthmate model available, the two units are identical except the newer PN-30 model costs less and doesnt have the electronic compass or altimeter.
The DeLorme Earthmate PN-30 is a powerful full-mapping handheld GPS that uses a 32-channel WAAS-enabled GPS receiver and has 1-GB of internal memory. Two Earthmate models are currently available, though they are similar in both hardware and software the PN-40 model adds a digital compass with accelerometer and a barometric
Coursemaster Hydrive loaned us the Coursemaster CM80i autopilot for a year-long review as part of our continuing program of testing and rating small boat marine autopilots. Four components make up the standard Coursemaster CM80i autopilot system: the control/display head, junction box, hydraulic pump/drive, and a fluxgate compass. Another optional component,
The Cobra HH475 is a mid-sized floating marine handheld VHF radio with 6-watts of power output, Bluetooth® wireless capabilities, and a few other unique features. The black and orange case, made from UV-stable ABS plastic, is solidly constructed and measures approximately 5-inches high, 2.6-inches wide, and 1.5-inches thick. Overall height
The Cobra HH425 LI is a mid-sized dual-band marine handheld VHF radio that operates on the marine and general mobile service radios bands. It is solidly constructed on an aluminum die cast frame and weighs in at 13.3 ounces. Buy this Cobra handheld marine VHF radio here. The HH425 comes
The Cobra HH330 is the company’s entry level floating marine handheld VHF radio. It has all the needed operational features you’d expect in a handheld plus a maximum power output of 6-watts. Its grey and orange case is solidly constructed from UV stable ABS plastic. The radio measures approximately 5-inches
The Cobra HH325 is a mid-sized marine handheld that is solidly constructed on an aluminum die cast frame. With an all up weight of 15.5 ounces it is certainly no lightweight. The HH325 comes from the factory packaged with an AC charger that requires 14 hours to fully charge the
The Cobra HH125 is the company’s marine division bare bones entry-level marine handheld VHF radio. It has a basic feature set and a maximum power output of 3-watts. The black case is constructed from UV stable ABS plastic. The radio is very compact as far as marine handheld radios go
The Cobra F75 has some unique features not found in other marine VHF radios we’ve tested. It couples a display sized for a more expensive radio with a speaker in the microphone handset instead of in the main radio case where it would normally be located. The F75 has two
The Cobra F80 is a mid-priced marine VHF radio sitting at the top of the Cobra line offering some never before seen features. It couples a Cobra Marine exclusive, Rewind-Say-Again, with a powerful audio system and a large well utilized display screen. With a dozen pushbuttons on the radio front
The Cobra F55 is a compact no-frills entry level marine VHF radio that handles communication tasks without breaking the bank. This radio is officially designated the Cobra MR F55-D in white and the MR F55B-D in black. The F55 provides for one-button operation of a number of key features including:
This tip will be helpful to small boat operators who need to increase VHF radio transmission range for operation in remote areas or during an emergency. Many small skiffs, particularly flats boats, equipped with a VHF radio, do not have their antenna mounted very high. Since VHF is line of
The Raymarine T-450 thermal camera is amazing. If I had to sum it up succinctly that would be the word. I have had two versions of FLIR camera before this unit. While this is a FLIR M series camera, branded for Raymarine, it doesn’t matter, the quality and easy of