Humminbird ICE 35

The Thrifty Sonar

I have used Vexilar, and Marcum, Lowrance, and Garmin. I have read articles and been in the shops looking at various models. When it came down to it, at the time of purchase, I needed something that had the features I felt I needed and fit the budget I could afford. There was one that fit my needs the best.

The Humminbird ICE 35 was all I needed. It had the luxuries of a higher end model from another maker with a lower price tag. I did not want to skimp on some of the traits I felt important. 

What did I need? I felt I needed a winter sonar (already had one for my kayak) and I wanted something I was familiar with and had seem other people use. Here are the specifics of what I was looking for:

- Duel Beam. This was important as I fish in a variety of depths. Generally from 20-50 feet of water, but sometimes up to 90 feet. The 9/19 degree transducer allows for use in a variety of conditions.

- Large screen. The Vexilar fl8 is a great sonar. But the base model has a small screen and is blocked from some angles by the sun/snow guard. 

- Zoom. You can still see the entire water column!!! Crucial for the high water lakers. Also great for seeing those bottom huggers! Love this type of zoom. They did it right.

- Price point. Look, its not inexpensive. But this sonar provides the most for the buck. 

Any sonar can help you find fish. But this one was right for me. Its a great unit and a great brand.