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Old 06-20-2012, 04:32 PM   #1
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Don't drink and shop.

Uprgraded from a 2011 to 2012 brand new Pro Angler yesterday, and than was in the market for a fish finder. I was eyeing the 597ci, the HDS5x and after a Burrito and a beer at Chipotle, I just sucked it up and pulled the trigger.

At least I've earned a few air miles in the last two days
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Old 06-20-2012, 04:37 PM   #2
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Beer is evil but Ooh so much fun. Congrats
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Old 06-20-2012, 04:42 PM   #3
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Old 06-20-2012, 04:47 PM   #4
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Thanks =)
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Old 06-20-2012, 05:20 PM   #5
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Im buzzed right now and peruzing ebay.... oh lawd please dont let me buy now! I hope they have "are you sure".... "are you really sure" buttons....
but I guess if I make out like you , when I sober up, Ill be stoked and bummed at the same tiem.
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Old 06-20-2012, 06:22 PM   #6
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Cheers and Congrads on the new unit! I'm eyeing the HDS-5 also... Can't save up with all the Ballast Point I buy
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Old 06-20-2012, 06:51 PM   #7
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Curious why you chose this one, over the HM 597ci HD DI?
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Old 06-20-2012, 07:19 PM   #8
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the "Speed Channel" is on 586, "ESPN" is on 287, congrats on the big screen, you won't be disappointed...
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Old 06-20-2012, 08:00 PM   #9
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what you do with ole 34 ?
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Old 06-20-2012, 08:04 PM   #10
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Curious why you chose this one, over the HM 597ci HD DI?
Stinkymatt made me do it
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Old 06-20-2012, 10:56 PM   #11
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Charming the cute girl at the register didn't hurt either
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Old 06-21-2012, 05:12 AM   #12
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Don't forget to send in for the $50 rebate Lowrance is offering right now. That's some more beer money back in your pocket!
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Old 06-21-2012, 05:44 AM   #13
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Curious why you chose this one, over the HM 597ci HD DI?

My thoughts as well, I'm thinking about the DI for my PB
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Old 06-21-2012, 12:26 PM   #14
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Don't forget to send in for the $50 rebate Lowrance is offering right now. That's some more beer money back in your pocket!
Thanks, I had no clue about that. First rounds on me.
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My thoughts as well, I'm thinking about the DI for my PB
I just heard from a few people, as well as doing a lot of reading on line and testing in the store that the HDS5 is the way to go.
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Old 06-21-2012, 04:22 PM   #15
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Wow!! I guess this kayaking thing is going to put a dent in my bank account.

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Old 06-21-2012, 08:48 PM   #16
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Wow!! I guess this kayaking thing is going to put a dent in my bank account.

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It's only money....they'll print more tomorrow.

Loving my Gen2 HDS-5! I think you made the right choice.
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Old 06-22-2012, 11:46 AM   #17
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I just heard from a few people, as well as doing a lot of reading on line and testing in the store that the HDS5 is the way to go.

I've been looking at them(and a couple others) for a couple of months now, I've even had them in my cart with my finger on the button on more than one occasion...a little more detail as to what sealed the deal for you specifically would be greatly appreciated. By the time I pick one their going to be outdated!

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