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#Fishin buddy iii portable

The control head sits on a swivel mount that is easy to maneuver with one hand but not loose enough to swivel out of place.

The built-in transducer cuts down on assembly and mounting frustrations and gives off a decent signal for this type of sonar fish finder given the depths achievable and the target differentiation. The telescopic rod makes it manageable for smaller watercraft and usable for larger vessels with a max 40” extension to get it down into the water. While it is more popular for smaller, personal watercraft, it can easily be mounted to larger vessels securely with its versatile C-clamp. The simple setup and portability are two of the main reasons why we like the Humminbird Fishin’ Buddy.

A unit cover is also available for purchase separately from the product.įishin’ Buddy Review Construction and Maneuverability.

Float tube strap for smaller water vessels making attachment much easier.

Carrying case designed specifically for these models.

There are several accessory and replacement products that can be purchased separately from the actual fish finder. Other features can be controlled easily through the control head including switching between 10 sensitivity settings of the sonar, zoom features, chart scrolling speed, and adjustment of the high and low end of the depth range. Alarm settings can also be programmed for battery life and depth settings. The Fishin’ Buddy Max DI features several alarm features programmable for fish identification (3 sizes) as well as subsurface structures. Also, the Dual Beam frequency has a max depth of 600ft. The narrow 16 degree beam (455kHz) gives excellent detail of bottom structure while the wider, 28 degree beam (200kHz) is much better suited at finding fish in the area surrounding the boat.

The Dual Beam refers to the two separate frequency cones emitted by the transducer. Humminbird’s Dual Beam technology is not the newest or sexiest innovation in the field, but you can’t deny its usefulness. The DI technology has a max depth of 320ft making it usable for just about any inshore and even offshore fishing. Down Imaging sonar gives you clear image of bottom structures from the fish’s point of view with a 455kHz, 74 degree thin beam that gives you a wide area of coverage. The down imaging technology sets it apart from the Fishin’ Buddy Max model. It is also able to be used in saltwater settings but should be cleaned immediately Sonar Technology “Down Imaging” The display and control head is water resistant and can take freshwater spray and very limited submersion and still function properly. The display is 3.5 inches with five different brightness settings. The Humminbird Fishin’ Buddy Max DI uses a 256 color range TFT color display and with an LCD backlight. The head control fits onto a body that is comprised of a head mount, C-clamp, telescopic rod (24-40 inches), and built-in transducer. The Humminbird Fishin’ Buddy was designed for minimal assembly and wiring. From the Fishing Tech perspective, we give the Humminbird Fishin’ Buddy Max DI an overall B rating. We think the ease of use and mounting versatility, along with the down imaging and dual beam frequency, this is an excellent choice for those looking to break into the fish finder scene and especially for those looking for a fish finder for smaller, single seat watercraft.

#Fishin buddy iii portable

In this review, we are going to take a look at one of Humminbird’s new line of portable and versatile fish finders, the Fishin’ Buddy Max DI. From our own experience, a reliable sonar fish finder can turn the tide in your favor when chasing your fish species of choice. Most anglers who have the hobby, or maybe more truthfully the addiction of fishing have employed the use of a fish finder or are seriously considering purchasing one.