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Okay,
I did feel pretty goofy strapping on this fishfinder watch and casting
out the “remote sonar sensor,” but darned if it didn’t
work pretty well. And isn’t it amazing that Humminbird has managed
to squeeze a transducer and a wireless transmitter into a slightly oversize
bobber? The 75-foot transmission radius and 100-foot maximum depth may
be all you need to look for interesting bottom structure—or watch
a fish take a bait—from your anchored boat (or dock). A single button
controls fish ID, alarm, and sensitivity; and the teensy bottom graph
even scrolls in proportion to reeling speed. The disposable $20 sensor
turns on automatically in the water and is purportedly good for 400 hours
of use. The “watch” kit shown costs $100; a rod-mounted and
a larger mobile display are also available, both with 100-foot range.
Humminbird’s innovation
may have uses beyond fishing; I wouldn’t be surprised to see a yacht
gunkholing at slow speed with a (goofy-feeling) mate on the bow smartcasting
for uncharted dangers.
Humminbird Phone:
(334) 687-0503. www.humminbird.com.
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