Lowrance Hook 2 Model 5x Split Shot
This is my was initial run and I am quite impressed. The Hook has a standard mode and a Down Scan Imaging mode. The Down Scan imaging mode can really give detail to structure below me, but it does not show fish arches or trails as detailed as the standard mode. Their standard sonar mode is awesome, it gave me pictures of trees underwater, not just a lump of structure. It is easy to use, and the screen is easy to see in full sunlight. Sometimes if the sun hits straight on I need to give it a little twist to adjust the angle, but still easy to see what is going on.
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For battery power I chose a Nocqua Lithium Ion 12-volt 10 amp. This is very small like a 3-inch cube and weighs less than one pound. Theoretically it will power the fish finder for 9 hours or more. I did a test in my garage and let the Hook run for 6 ½ hours in simulation mode with no problem at all. It comes with waterproof connectors that I could wire into the Hook 5x. However, the Hook people recommend a 3 amp inline fuse. It still fits in a one-gallon baggie in the pocket and work just fine and is probably as waterproof as can be expected. I will probably make some adjustments to this later.
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The Split Shot transducer is kind of long, so I made a PVC downrigger to mount the transducer to. It rotates up and out of the way for storage and travel and is held in place by a plug. The PVC pipe is cable tied to the seat frame and the cable ties act as a hinge. There is not a great chance that I will move this unit from tube to tube with this current set up.
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As a comparison point I used a Huminbird Fishing Buddy 120 and a Deeper Pro fish finder before finding the Hook. The Hook has a better screen, sharper image, and better detail than either of the other two. The cost of the Hook was $223, and I am suppose to get a $50 rebate in the mail some time. The Nocqua battery was $129 with a charger and everything to wire it to the Hook. For me it is was a little more money than I wanted to spend, but it was all birthday money, so it was free.
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If you are looking for a fish finder I hope this helps.
This is my was initial run and I am quite impressed. The Hook has a standard mode and a Down Scan Imaging mode. The Down Scan imaging mode can really give detail to structure below me, but it does not show fish arches or trails as detailed as the standard mode. Their standard sonar mode is awesome, it gave me pictures of trees underwater, not just a lump of structure. It is easy to use, and the screen is easy to see in full sunlight. Sometimes if the sun hits straight on I need to give it a little twist to adjust the angle, but still easy to see what is going on.
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For battery power I chose a Nocqua Lithium Ion 12-volt 10 amp. This is very small like a 3-inch cube and weighs less than one pound. Theoretically it will power the fish finder for 9 hours or more. I did a test in my garage and let the Hook run for 6 ½ hours in simulation mode with no problem at all. It comes with waterproof connectors that I could wire into the Hook 5x. However, the Hook people recommend a 3 amp inline fuse. It still fits in a one-gallon baggie in the pocket and work just fine and is probably as waterproof as can be expected. I will probably make some adjustments to this later.
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The Split Shot transducer is kind of long, so I made a PVC downrigger to mount the transducer to. It rotates up and out of the way for storage and travel and is held in place by a plug. The PVC pipe is cable tied to the seat frame and the cable ties act as a hinge. There is not a great chance that I will move this unit from tube to tube with this current set up.
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As a comparison point I used a Huminbird Fishing Buddy 120 and a Deeper Pro fish finder before finding the Hook. The Hook has a better screen, sharper image, and better detail than either of the other two. The cost of the Hook was $223, and I am suppose to get a $50 rebate in the mail some time. The Nocqua battery was $129 with a charger and everything to wire it to the Hook. For me it is was a little more money than I wanted to spend, but it was all birthday money, so it was free.
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If you are looking for a fish finder I hope this helps.