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[QUOTE]Rogiecrockett - 1/25/2009  9:20 AM

I know the X-135 has a Flasher option on it but I have not used it.  My thought on that is a pure Flasher will do better than a Fishfinder that is trying to act like a Flasher.

My experience with Flashers was a long, long time ago when that seemed to be the primary technology.  The guys I fished with probably did not know how to use them effectively, so it seemed to be use mainly as a depth measurement device only.

I have seen a lot of discussion on here and other sites about Vexilar and the advantages of using a Flasher.  My fishing is crappie, bass, rivers and taking the kids out and having a lazy day on the boat.  We also will do some Wisconsin fishing.

If I am going to spend another chunk of money, I want to make certain I spend wisely and get something that will help with other species.

Lookig for advise from people who really understand both technologies.

Thanks,
Dave.[/QUOTE]

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Posted 1/25/2009 9:20 AM (#357079)
Subject: Fish Finder or Flasher?

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Location: Fairfield, IA

I have a Lowarance X-135 on a new UltraCraft I bought last summer. It is Ram mounted on the console so I can spin it around and view from the bow. I would like to put something on the bow this year. The X-135 is user friendly and seems to go a good job. I have read a lot on flashers and am wondering if that might be a better option.

I know the X-135 has a Flasher option on it but I have not used it. My thought on that is a pure Flasher will do better than a Fishfinder that is trying to act like a Flasher.

My experience with Flashers was a long, long time ago when that seemed to be the primary technology. The guys I fished with probably did not know how to use them effectively, so it seemed to be use mainly as a depth measurement device only.

I have seen a lot of discussion on here and other sites about Vexilar and the advantages of using a Flasher. My fishing is crappie, bass, rivers and taking the kids out and having a lazy day on the boat. We also will do some Wisconsin fishing.

If I am going to spend another chunk of money, I want to make certain I spend wisely and get something that will help with other species.

Lookig for advise from people who really understand both technologies.

Thanks,
Dave.