Should I get the FL-18?

[Bigred70]

With the problem with the AZ mode, should I buy a vexilar for this season, or should I hold off until it is fixed? I have the FL-8SLT right now with the dual angle transducer. Anyone used the FL-18 with the dual angle? Is it worth the extra $$ over the standard 12 degree? Any info is appreciated.

[Guest]

YES! I knew about the glitch and still bought two units. I am very glad I did and have only experienced the problem once. It is really not that big of deal. I am sure they will get it fixed and we will all forget about the little problem that was nothing.

As for the dual beam transducer. I have just the standard 12 on both and I really don't have a need for a tigher cone. Just my opinion though. I really like the crisp image on the fl 18, nice to look at, very clear!ScottS

[This message has been edited by ScottS (edited 01-29-2002).]

[Skeets]

I agree with ScottS, I like my FL-18 also. I just upgraded from the FL-8. The split zoom mode is awesome. I can't wait to try it out on LOW where the fish are always tight to the bottom. Should work great for that.
I used it this past weekend in bright sunlight and had no problems veiwing the three colors.

[kslipsinker]

I picked up a FL-18 a couple of weeks ago. I have experienced the thick bottom thing once, but it wasn't that difficult to allow for it. The zoom is fantastic. I have to remember to look over at the full water column once in a while for fish that are passing by out of the zoom window. The detail is very sharp.

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