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  Location: Sandusky, OH | I can only offer an answer to part of your question.  I find using a color display provides a better level of target separation and allows me to interpret the sonar results with a higher level of accuracy than greyscale units.  I can really see changes in substrate types with color, with the harder bottoms returning a much brighter red that softer bottoms.  Plus, it is easier to see the details on the gps screens.  I know that Lowrance makes some smaller units for ice fishing that are all set up for portability; you might need a different transducer though.  
  
Good luck with your search; sorry I couldn't help more.  
  
Eric |