Im picking up my first fishing boat this weekend and need some suggestions. The boat is nothing fancy but it will allow me to get into places ive never been before. What would you suggest

Thanks in advance

What kind of waters will you fish regularly? What size and type of boat?

I fish mostly lakes in kansas with murky water. The boat is a 16ft jon boat with a 35 horse motor and a trolling motor up front

The "best" would be a pre-owned Humminbird 798 Side Imaging unit. You can find those in that price range.

I fish mostly lakes in kansas with murky water. The boat is a 16ft jon boat with a 35 horse motor and a trolling motor up front

didn't buy mine yet but doing the research now. just came across the best video i've seen explaining down imaging vs side imaging. i've seen posts saying s.i. is a no-brainer if you can afford the upgrade. maybe it will help with ur decision.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9tdYT3i9ip8&list=FLGxyInFcUX6_t7ZmKLevUUQ&feature=mh_lolz

That video is very, very helpful!

Congrats on your decision. I just picked up a 798ci HD SI and am anxious awaiting getting it out on the lake.