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Humminbird MEGA Live Imaging

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Humminbird, a pioneer in fishing electronics, showed the world it’s new MEGA Live Imaging. Take the detail you know and love from MEGA Imaging, and now it’s live-action. With this revolutionary piece of technology, some of the features include: See the fish in the water and all of its movements live on a compatible Humminbird fish finder in real-time.… ...Read More

DIY Portable Power Box

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I want something, ok I actually need something. I want a portable power box so I can power my electronics for a few days while fishing and camping. The question I need to answer is, DIY or buy? It’s not the most difficult thing to make, I still have doubts that I can do it safely and correctly. Check out this DIY Lithium Power Box Build video on Youtube by North… ...Read More

Romoss Sense 8 Review

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It’s not too often I endorse a product, but one I will stand behind is the Romoss Sense 8 power bank. If you’re looking for a portable power bank charger to charge your electronics, this is the one to buy. The Romoss Sense 8 will charge your phone and most electronics multiple times on a single charge.  The biggest reason I bought this charger is that it can power my… ...Read More

Minn Kota Raptor

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Have you seen or read about the new Minn Kota Raptor? For some reason it looks awfully familiar, like I have seen this before in the past. It’s sort of like a surface tablet and an iPad. They look the same, act the same, both have pluses and minuses, but the reality is that one is late to the game. They do say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Is this the case… ...Read More

Lowrance Active Target Live Sonar

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The Lowrance active target live sonar is what dreams are made of. This is the real deal right here, and if you can afford it, I say go for it. Check out the quick Youtube video below. Imagine what the future will bring us as this technology evolves and becomes cheaper. Everyone will have the opportunity to use it. Right now, at its price point, It’s out of reach… ...Read More

Dakota Lithium Batteries

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Do you guys have any experience with Dakota Lithium Trolling Motor Batteries? It’s time to replace the batteries on my Ranger and I really like what I am seeing with this brand. Are the Dakota Lithium batteries better than whatever else is out there? The price is high, but if they can deliver with what I am seeing on the Dakota Lithium Website, then these batteries… ...Read More

Down Imaging Basics

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Here is a great video on Down Imaging Basics for the beginner. Are you as completely confused as me? Are you just trying to wrap your head around this technology? Thank goodness for people like Johnny and his Fish The Moment YouTube channel. I want to buy a new unit for my Ranger, but with all these brands, features, and options, I don’t even know where to begin.… ...Read More

Garmin LiveScope Vs Humminbird Mega 360

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Below is a really good comparison of Garmin LiveScope Vs Humminbird Mega 360 technologies. If you are in the market for one of these (or possibly both) then definitely spend a few minutes and watch this video. It is not an in-depth video, but it does compare them nicely. Lawren Wetzel has an awesome YouTube Channel. Check it out and subscribe to it. LiveScope vs.… ...Read More