Reality Check

[MikeH]

(01-13-2013 04:08 PM)Brodylavoie Wrote:  I just ordered the Humminbird RF35 wireless sonar. Some pros and cons to the device I've heard but I prefer to make my own judgments.
http://ca.humminbird.com/products/341324/RF35

I got one of those a while ago.

http://fishontoronto.com/shore-based-sonar-fishfinder

I got hold of the rf20 model which clips onto an old rod and reel. I gave it some extensive use in the spring getting depths and finding structure on both new and existing locations, and it was useful towards the fall for finding outwhen temperature turnovers had occured.

Apparently I seem to have the only one that still works more than 12 months after purchase....
My top tip would be to dry the float immediately and to tape over the two metal terminals on its base when not in use. If they short out on your other gear or get damp, the battery will run down in no time, even though you are not using it.