Flasher Info from Scheels

[Hory]

Tonight I had a little free time, so I figured I would try and do a little Christmas shopping. Being the outdoors type, before long I was in Scheels looking at Flashers. I asked 3 workers there if they carried a VX-1. They told me no only the lx-5, and to stay away from Marcum at all costs. They said the company is completely unstable being bought out, and that their product quality just isn't there. They nearly shoved the FL-8, 12, and 20 down my throat. One of them went as far to say that he has only seen one other person with a Marcum on the ice ever because the company is struggling so much and can't sell units! I didn't buy what they said though, and will still probably pick up a VX-1. Just looking for a few other comments and some advice. Am I still going to be satisfied picking up a VX-1 and get a quality product? They really confused me! Thanks

[Rick]

Click here to see ownership data from an informal poll.

Obviously the person you talked to isn't aware the company was bought out by the folks who previously manufactured the units for MarCum. I'd also say he's not a very knowledgeable person with respect to ice fishing electronics. The VX1 is a fine lower end flasher and comparable to the FL18. Great Value for the money.

[Fred_Bear]

Smart people

Just kidding but didn't they have the LX-5 for $400?? I'd buy one of those up for sure at that price.

[Esox_Magnum]

Last I heard Marcum was adding shifts trying to keep up with demand. Look at the flasher poll alot of us love our Marcums. I have been converted for 4 years now with no regrets.

[cfpd403]

I hear GM is doing the same thing by pushing vex

[northernsportman]

I converted last year to a marcum... you wont be disappointed! now my brother has one, grandpa, and my buddys gettin one! funny how things go. LOL

[Hory]

Thanks for the help, and yes they had the lx-5 which would sure be nice; Too bad I am on a tight budget as a college student. It looks like the VX-1 will be my new weapon of choice on the ice over Christmas break!

[Esox_Magnum]

Good unit you will be happy, best thing is the VX-1 is = to the FL-18/20.

[zamboni]

I love my MarCum, you won't be disappointed

[mnhunter79]

Commision,Commision,Commision. LOL

[northernsportman]

Good unit you will be happy, best thing is the VX-1 is = to the FL-18/20.

I was thinking the same thing the other day!

[hamms-scooter]

The vx-1 has zoom on it? That would be a great buy if its same as fl -18... Remember that most people have one flasher and have only used one kind so of course they will knock the others when they have no clue. I run a fl-8se it works great for me but its not the greatest unit under the sun im sure. These sales guys are giving a narrow minded and limited experience opinion.

[icefishing21]

Smart people

I second that I love my vex, Scheels know what there talkin about.

and about the flasher poll, more people love their Vexilars....

[Esox_Magnum]

Yes the VX-1 has bottom zoom but only the LX-3 and 5 have the move anywhere zoom. People love what they know best. I took a chance at change and loving it.

[desert_bulls]

true about vexilar being overall the most used, but individual, lx-5 has the most votes

[hamms-scooter]

Esox, I know youre a marcum guy but have you had the chance to use a bird ice55? Wondering what you would think of it because you have used a few different brands now.I saw one my buddy was using and i thought the display was nice with the 6 colors.Zoom was also cool with ability to move anywhere. Be interested to hear what you think of them...

[zamboni]

true about vexilar being overall the most used, but individual, lx-5 has the most votes

It is because Vex has been around alot longer. I have seen my dad (he has an FL18) admire the bright, crisp display of my MarCum, which doesn't need a magnifyer on it

[desert_bulls]

I agree Vex has been around for ever and people know that name. That being said, I can't wait to get out to try my LX-5. It will be a bit of an upgrade from the FL-8.

[Esox_Magnum]

Esox, I know youre a marcum guy but have you had the chance to use a bird ice55? Wondering what you would think of it because you have used a few different brands now.I saw one my buddy was using and i thought the display was nice with the 6 colors.Zoom was also cool with ability to move anywhere. Be interested to hear what you think of them...

Only played with them at the Bait Shop, havent used one on the ice yet. Couple friends got them last year but didn't last long enough for me to try them out. 1 went with a FL-20 other a LX-5. They look nice but untill I use one can't say how or if I would like it. I will say I do not like HB due to past experience with their open water units but would try one out on the ice if I had the chance.

[hamms-scooter]

My buddy and his brother both had to send theirs in to be fixed.. they both had the bottom going up and down on the display.They said it was like being in a boat without bottom lock feature on. they were both fixed under warranty...your buddies had them and traded or sold them off? might say something... what was their reasoning? what didnt they like?

[desert_bulls]

My buddy and his brother both had to send theirs in to be fixed.. they both had the bottom going up and down on the display.They said it was like being in a boat without bottom lock feature on. they were both fixed under warranty...your buddies had them and traded or sold them off? might say something... what was their reasoning? what didnt they like?

What unit did they have sent back?

[harvey lee]

Originally Posted By: Fred_Bear

Smart people

I second that I love my vex, Scheels know what there talkin about.

and about the flasher poll, more people love their Vexilars....

From what I have heard, I would stay away from Scheels. With the remarks about MarCum, they seem to know very little or are very confused.

MarCum is working its way back and the polls show that MarCum is gaining fast on the 50 year old Vex company.

[BK19]

the mankato scheels last year told me they won't stoock any marcums as they didn't sell and said they are out of the picture now that hummingbird arrived so they only carry vex and bird

[Will]

I bought my 1st vex years ago because it was basically the only option. I still use one because they have been so reliable, i had no reason to switch to another brand. One of my buds has an lx3 and it's been great for him. This debate gets played out year after year.

By the way, my chevy truck is better than your dodge or ford.

[ringneckmn]

has anyone tried the lowrance x67c just wondering how it compaires to the others