Garmin Striker 4 ON THE WATER REVIEW!
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- Review of the Garmin Striker 4 on the water! I promised I would do a video where I review the Garmin Striker 4 while actually fishing on the water about a year ago in the last Garmin video. Sorry for the delay, but it's here now. I will do more in-depth videos on just features to really give you guys some great details on how to operate this fish locator.
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For anyone wanting to learn how to read the sonar, put it on demo mode, look up a TH-cam video explaining how to read sonar and then start picking out the fish on the demo screen. It helped me alot. Fish often appear as little arches on the sonar from what I've seen. Several large arches a couple of big fish and tons of small arches crowded together would be a school. I've only used it on the ice but have had good luck with it.
I bought a striker 4 about 3 weeks ago and I've been buying parts and pieces to get it all mounted on my kayak. Yesterday afternoon the last part came so I mounted it all up and took the kayak down to the pond at my house. There was about 3/4 of an inch of soft ice so I paddled through all the ice and knocked a hole beside my kayak and dropped the transducer arm into the water and turned the unit on. What insued was some of the most exciting bluegill fishing I've had in years. Awesome little units very powerful tool for the money you spend on it.
I wish you would spend a little time showing how to spot different sizes of fish and how to read the fishfinder (how to tell between fish and plant/debris etc).
Thanks for the good video. Just received and installed mine on my 1947 ducker. Can’t wait to try it here in central Texas. Your information has helped before I even get started. Fish On!🎣. Two thumbs up!👍 👍
I mounted the striker 4 on my kayak. I love the fish finder. So many options and super easy to use. Thanks for the simple but yet informative I formation.
@Ryan John I purchased a transducer mount off of Amazon. And mounted it to a board I made for on the kayak. I mounted the fish finder and transducer on the board that mounts to the front of my cockpit. I have a sit in kayak. I got alot of my ideas off of pinterest
@Ryan John should be super easy to mount. Enjoy your time in the keys
This is what I was looking for... review of the unit in use. Brilliant kayak solution. All the advantages of fixed mount FF and XDUCER, in a completely portable kit. I'm buying one now.
any feedback 5 years later I'm looking to buy one to ice fish this season
I bought this in the portable version for ice fishing with the flasher but now I may hook this up to my kayak also. It's a great unit
In general, the TI units are faster in response to inputs. This is seen when quickly switching between sonar, downscan, chart, and split screens th-cam.com/users/postUgkxeAxH15LxhjGlg5-CRYqjTGTEH0tbY4vk recommend The Hook units will show some lag on button pushes and screen switching. The big ticket item though is maps. If you install a mapping card such as Navionics or the free C-Map Genesis which has a lot of map detail, then moving around the map with the cursor or when running down the lake can lag significantly on the Hook units, but is seamless with the TI units.
Bought mine today. Thanks for the extra info! now Im really glad I purchased it.
Ordered mine! Thanks for the tips. Going on a sit-in kayak.
I just ordered one because you provided all the info I needed thanks broham
Love the video straight to the point very very good information keep up the good work bro and I will be a subscriber to your channel👍🏾
Hey thanks a lot I got one for my peddle boat I'm ready to install and take test it out thanks
I really like your entire set up. My jon boat is mainly for duck hunting. For fishing Im looking to go from a really basic modified kayak to something a little nicer. I need a better a seating position and propulsion for health reasons.
One of the better videos out there
Thanks for the review I think I’m picking one up today
ha..love that simple wood railing for attachments... perfect
Great video, thanks! Questions: Is the 5" screen really worth the price difference? Do you feel your missing something with the 3.5" model?
Also, can you use the route option without having the waypoint "map" on the screen, for exemple while having the sonar screen on without the waypoint screen? Will it bip if you deviate too much from the route and when you have arrived at the selected waypoint without having the waypoint screen on?
how much price
Great video I’ve learn a lot on how you explain it. Thnx
Thank you so much for this video!! I'm buying one.
Amazing review , amazing boat and Amazing place.... thanks dude
Thanks for video.actually helpfull for us.salut from TURKEY
Dose it map out to see if there are anything in the way like depth rocks ext
Thanks for the vid. Would be possible that you can do a video on sharing data from the Striker to a pc?
Great review. Can the GPS portion be disabled? If it can, will it remain disabled after turned off and back on? Thanks
Can you do a demonstration on finding the thermocline during warmer months?
Have a video of using this fish finder while catching fish? Thanks for the video!
I mean, what I do not know, what is most important, is it customisable?
Is it possible to display depth, sonar profile, and GPS coordinates on the same screen?
Can you get video of the brush piles with crappie on them? I’m having a hard time identifying unless mine is not calibrated right
Bro this was so helpful thanks I am going to buy one 😂
I have this and I use it for ice fishing primarily and am gonna try the boat this year, can you see fish come off the bottom for your lure trolling?
This is the one I was looking at for my Jon boat
Hi, I was just wondering how you mounted the transducer to the boat?
Hello! I mounted the transducer to my Minn Kota trolling motor via mounting hardware included with the fish finder (mounting block, heavy zip tie, and anti-slip rubber sleeve). The transducer was mounted around the circumference of the prop housing, behind the shaft and in front of the prop. Very little interference from the prop.
How can I set the GPS to bring me back to my original start point?
I am thinking of buying one. could you do a run down of all the features/menu options and just tell us what you think it does.
Thanks for your Video, very helpful an d clear explanations
Thanks. Wife got me one for Christmas. I put it on the boat this summer. Love it so far but wondered if there are maps you can download for the area you are in?
Unfortunately, this unit is not compatible with maps.
Does this fish finder show underwater structure such as ledges, humps, and holes?
What would you recommend getting today I was looking into this one. Not trying to spend 300 but I will if it’s the right one
Appreciate ur time ty. Could u do in-depth between cover and fish on bottom.
Will the navigation still show a straight line between you and your waypoint even if it is not possible to travel in a straight line to get to it?
For example, if your way point is around a corner it would not be possible for you to go straight to it because you would have to follow the contour of the land.
Great video thanks for the Info
Random question. Do you know of any fish finder or other device that would be able to locate a boat motor I dropped off the back of my boat? I have a real good idea where it is. It is in about 40 feet of fresh lake water but bottom is very dark and muddy. Any ideas?
Great video. Can you share how you installed it?. I have 2 boats can I use it between 2 boats?
Nice video, will come back to it once ive picked mine up
Sounds good! Thanks for the feedback! I really do appreciate it!
Also does it show the speed of your vessel when in use, on the unit ?
Yes, it does. You can change to MPH or knots in settings.
when you use the fish id feature what does the number mean i was told it was size of fish i was told thats how far it is from transducer don't really believe either but would like to know also i have a kayak and its mounted to the side so where is the cone straight down or shooting to the side?
Hi , on the side of traditional view ,you have a vertical view too .How can I set my Garmin to have the same column on right side to see my lure when I do jigging ? Many thanks
Question I've same fishfinder has a lot of disturbance in the top foot and half of water could it be air trapped in silicone or settings all the rest of dept is perfect. Transducer is inside kayak thanks.
Great vid., does it have bottom contour (chart) split screen option?
i have a striker 4 also , can you do a video explaining the different marking on screen , like whats fish ,schools , objects, ect would be helpful , also what to look out for when fishing . thanks
I sure can! I'm planning on getting back out soon (weather permitting) to do a video on the Garmin. You should see one very soon!
Carlson the Outdoorsman have you upload said video yet?
@@CarlsontheOutdoorsman thanks for the detailed video ...m also waiting for the video as requested above ...
very nice video very informative planning to buy one. Can we use this anywhere in the world or need to buy a additional map thank you
So where is the sensor to view the fish...how do you mount it..
Guess it can be removed too
Are you able to increase the size of the speed reading? Thanks!
You should be a music conductor with hand movement like that. Damn boy
I plan to use this with a jet ski in the river. Does the depth update quickly and will the depth indicator work under 1 ft? Also how fast does the speed update? My speedo broke and would like to use this instead.
Hey Carlson....great video. I like the top rails you have on your boat. Any info or plans out there that you used to build and mount them?
The rails are simply made from a #2 pine 1x4 coated in polyurethane. They are bolted to the oarlock holders via zinc bolts, nuts, and washers. No tutorial at this point. Hope this helps. Good luck!
I just bought one for my hobie compass. Hope it helps me catch more crappie and bass.
What did you think of it? Did it help you?
Great video! Thank you
What does the brown and blue wire do and if they do something then does blue go to negative and brown to positive or blue to positive and brown to negative?
great video; thanks! can you explain how the flasher works? We don’t understand the screen.
Hi Marty,I live in Queensland Australia . I have a Garmin 5 that is a slightly bigger unit but the basically the same . There are plenty of good Utube videos that cover all facets of the unit.just dial in what you need to know
could you please tell us how you reconise the small and big fishes? and is better to set it on fish symbols or arches symbol? thanks& regrds.. great video
Hi i have just bought a second hand kayak with garmin four fishfinder. my depth display reads the top as the deep part and teh bottom as one or zero. please how do i reverse this. thanks in advance. Tokolosh
So if i buy an install one it can tell where i am in the world and allow me charts. Or i can get way points on my own. Can i see the screen in direct sunlight ?
Can i mark multiple coordinates on the map? trying to mark some points around a marine reserve area
I’m not sure if you said this but what is the minimum depth it will read?
Great video. Can you mount the transducer inside the kayak hull? Thanks
Yes, you can. I actually have a kayak and have done this exact thing. All you need is some E6000 adhesive and water weld to secure the transducer to the inside bottom of the kayak. The only thing is you won't get an accurate water temperature reading.
Thank you for helpful video.
I want to get a fish finder for rental skiffs since I don't own my a boat. Would the striker 4 portable kit work without having to drill holes? ( I don't think my skiff rental place would appreciate that )
Are you using the ice transducer in this video? Thanks!!
I saw that you had reviewed the portable kit. Would you not want to use this kit as it comes in a kayak or canoe? Or it too inconvenient and need to be mounted?
Is it customizable?
Lmfao 😂
Dude lol
hi Carlson when you use your waypoint map.. how exactly do you start the track
im having trouble navigating back to my waypoint
When on your waypoint map, toggle over the waypoint you want to go to. Press the "options" button, choose "navigate to", and it will guide you to your waypoint.
Awesome, thanks for the reply. I'll try that next time..
I heard there’s an internal battery. Then some sites say it’s a separate battery. I want something internal for kayak fishing. Thanks.
How do you set the time on your Garmin Stryker 4 or the dv?
My Garmin striker 4 show fish shapes and labels them by number such as size 1 through 9. I am assuming size 9 are the bigger fish. What I am curious is how do I know how big each fish size is according to number?
good review.
Mr MeanGunz, thanks for the feedback! I appreciate it!
You have it mounted on a ball or directly to the kayak ?
Great video. Very informative. I just installed my Striker 4 in a trolling motor mount configuration. How do I set it to display correct depth since the transducer is about a foot and a half below the surface. Any help would be most appreciated.
Ted Marshall
Sanford, FL
Hi Ted! I am unsure of any settings that would change the depth readout. I simply measured the distance from the transducer to the top of the water and added that to the depth readout on the sonar. Good luck!
Do you have any pics of what fish look like on this unit
I figured it out.. I just need to know how to read or understand what bass look like on this fish finder. I've never used one or have played with one till now it's very easy to use I know how to work the features I know what to do I just don't know how to locate fish or know when bass pop up on my screen.
Jadiel 254, there's no for sure way to know what fish you're looking at. However crappies usually move in schools and look like large funky debris. Smallmouth are probably the easiest to find. If you can locate baitfish near the mouth of a river or near a drop off, than you can assume there will be smallmouth, walleye, or even largemouth. Find the food, and find the fish.
Carlson the Outdoorsman is there a video or image of the crappie of this garmin strike 4
jave, Yes, I post photos on my Facebook Page 'Carlson The Outdoorsman. There should be a link to it on my TH-cam channel.
Yes, Jave, I post all my fish pictures on my Facebook page: facebook.com/Carlson-the-Outdoorsman-1087284248030991/
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could you show us when you get over a school of fish what it looks like thank you
Sir the camera is built in the GPS or have to sepret fix under base?
would the flasher mode pick up a downrigger ball?
how would you rate the speed on this unit i troll alot and mine is very poor it lags and im looking too switching to a garmin ty
How does the battery work? Does it need to connect to a 12V like a trolling motor or does it charge?
great overview. whats the wood railing? i assume you made it, any tutorial or close up look at it?
Thank you! The wood railing is just a #2 pine 1x4 that I coated with polyurethane. It is bolted to the oarlock holders using zinc bolts, nuts, and washers. Unfortunately, I cannot do a tutorial on it as I no longer have the canoe in this video. Hope this helps!
I just bought one, but, having problems finding fish, can you do a demo for finding fish,then marking that point for future trips ?
Yes, Zane, I am planning on doing a demonstration video shortly on how to locate, mark, and come back to fish on the Garmin Striker 4.
I just commented above then read this comment. Any updates? I just bought one too and I'm going to install it on my Kayak. I've never used a fishfinder before and would really like a nice detailed tutorial. I'm sure many anglers would appreciate it. All the videos on youtube are unboxing and basic reviews.
Great video. I do have a question. I'm on the ocean mostly and I'm in the market for a gps/fish finder like this. Do you know if it shows ferry tracks on the waypoint map or if you have to create your own?
You would have to create your own. The maps come completely unmarked and allow you to create them from scratch. Good luck!
Great video, Absolute! Any chance you can try some deep jigging or still fishing at 40 feet or so and show what's happening on the screen? thanks.
Thanks! Yes, you can vertical jig at that depth with this unit and still receive an accurate reading. One thing I have noticed is tiny jigs don't read very well, but if you're fishing at that depth I'd assume you're using something moderately heavy/large. In my experience, an 1/8 ounce jig or larger reads out very well at those depths.
@@CarlsontheOutdoorsman Thanks for the replay.
@@CarlsontheOutdoorsman When you're spotting your 1/8 oz. jig at 40 foot plus depths do you remember your frequency, gain and scroll settings? I'm guessing 200 khz, auto or manual high gain and ultra or fast scroll, but lower settings might work too.
Here's one for you Carl. The mode you use for ice fishing or straight down fishing. How would that work if I wanted to do a little drift fishing in 60-80 feet?
You can use the flasher or the split frequency. I prefer the split frequency, but you need to keep your jig within range of the transducer in order for it to pick up. Once you see it on your screen you should be able to see all your movements you make. I would recommend that you turn the A-Scope on, this ensures you can see any movement just before it shows up on the screen.
Hi Carlson, I just rigged up the Striker 4 CV. I'm on a southern Ontario lake with is quite tea stained so I do get a lot of interference. I'm having trouble locating the thermocline on the Striker. Can you comment on the best frequency/settings to see this? What would it look like on the Striker?
Thank you!
Any response to this question?
Hi, I was wondering whether the video STRIKER 4 basic versions? Also, I am very interested in the bottom view of the lake / river? How much is that this unit successful? Can you clearly see the stumps, coves, rocks ..Thanks.
is there anyway to get ClearVu on the portable one?
Is it possible to put whole fish finder inside the hull of the boat
How do set up audible fish alarm
Where do you have to setup the transducer for a canoe ?
Any ideas why it says transducer is not connected.
Carlson great video I’ve got a question on striker 4 . How do I record my own route . The lake I fish is full of stumps . I’m lookin to record my route so I can come back same path hopefully to avoid stumps. Thanks for you’re time .👍
sorry, i'm on my kids account so disregard the name. On my garmin I go to the gps waypoint map, from there I hit the menu and there is an option to record route.