GPS recommendations

[yardman32317]

Been a kayaker for a long time but took the plunge into the boating world.
Just bought a 17’ G3 and need to know what you’d recommend for a gps/depth finder.
There are a lot out there on the market and don’t want to get more than what is really needed.
I already have a handheld Garmin but need a screen large enough for my aging eyes.
Any help/sarcasim would be appreciated.

[Reel Cowboy]

I have a 7" Lowrance, not sure of the model, that is the combo unit and like it a lot.
The new ones are much neater than mine (2 years old) but either one will do fine for you.

[Barhopr]

Garmin 376C( if they even make them anymore) has worked for me. I don't use the sonar function but it's there if I wanted too. The unit is small a portable so I can use it on any boat or in the truck. It does XM radio too.

[LuckySOB]

Garmin 540-546 series are really nice. I am pretty sure that some have a rebate of $100 on them.
Even the 440's are good and easy to use.

[silverking]

Very happy with my Garmin 840s, but that might be a little overkill for your new ride, Roger.

Hard to go wrong with the compact Garmin units, tho.

Why not keep the one you've got for awhile and buy a pair of Costa C-mates readers?

[yardman32317]

Thanks for all the recommendations. I'll use the handheld and see how that goes but I'm figuring I'll need one of the units that RC, Silverking and the rest mentioned.
I do have my readers but a larger screen always helps. I've made a list of what's been recommended so that I can use it for future reference.

Thanks!

[FUTCHCAIRO]

HEY ROGER, THE LOWRANCE AND THE GARMIN ARE BASICALLY THE SAME UNITS, I HAVE BEEN USING THE GARMIN FOR THE LAST 7-8 YRS AND HAVE HAD NO PROBLEM.
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