Garmin Striker 4 ON THE WATER REVIEW!

[@keystonedcannabisreview4851]

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.

[@SilencedByYoutube]

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).

[@nancyosborne-webb646]

In general, the TI units are faster in response to inputs. This is seen when quickly switching between sonar, downscan, chart, and split screens kzbin.infoUgkxeAxH15LxhjGlg5-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.

[@ryanfischer2889]

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.

[@ryanfischer2889]

@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

[@ryanfischer2889]

@Ryan John should be super easy to mount. Enjoy your time in the keys

[@huntinglover2002]

Hi, I was just wondering how you mounted the transducer to the boat?

[@CarlsontheOutdoorsman]

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.

[@williamgwynn6624]

How do set up audible fish alarm

[@Chupacabramusic]

Is it customizable?

[@ChickenJoe1997]

Lmfao 😂

[@thebuzz2010]

Dude lol

[@billderinbaja3883]

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.

[@johnsterne178]

any feedback 5 years later I'm looking to buy one to ice fish this season

[@koltenkeltner8337]

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

[@Micah6and8]

I heard there’s an internal battery. Then some sites say it’s a separate battery. I want something internal for kayak fishing. Thanks.

[@mullervolker9814]

I mean, what I do not know, what is most important, is it customisable?

[@jadiel2543]

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.

[@CarlsontheOutdoorsman]

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.

[@bukjon6662]

Carlson the Outdoorsman is there a video or image of the crappie of this garmin strike 4

[@CarlsontheOutdoorsman]

jave, Yes, I post photos on my Facebook Page 'Carlson The Outdoorsman. There should be a link to it on my KZbin channel.

[@CarlsontheOutdoorsman]

Yes, Jave, I post all my fish pictures on my Facebook page: facebook.com/Carlson-the-Outdoorsman-1087284248030991/

[@bthorp5]

Jadiel 254 S as W.

[@sasavulovic6211]

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.

[@Titan-zz5km]

I’m not sure if you said this but what is the minimum depth it will read?

[@dougrichardson1980]

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.

[@stephaniespickard8008]

Does this fish finder show underwater structure such as ledges, humps, and holes?

[@Jpgundarun]

Got mine in front of now. Got it for $200 from Anaconda for a Fathers day present (Bargain!). Going to use it the Kayak and Tinny so just need an Aluminium bracket to fit both. I had a good play around with the display one in store and it seemed really user friendly. Cant wait to use it!

[@jbehzad]

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

[@williamavery9185]

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 ?

[@howiemoth3847]

Great vid., does it have bottom contour (chart) split screen option?

[@stevenfarmer1214]

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!

[@deesabird6799]

Any response to this question?

[@TxBoi4891]

So, is anything on here customizable? Or is it factory set? This is a long video to just show a couple options or settings and nothing showing it actually working.

[@zachelliott632]

How does the battery work? Does it need to connect to a 12V like a trolling motor or does it charge?

[@mikeamy6529]

Can you power this unit via a deep cycle battery? Or do you need a different/separate power source?

[@notafuckinpplperson8233]

Mike & Amy as long as it's 12v ur goid

[@CarlsontheOutdoorsman]

You can power this unit with a deep cycle battery. You can also use sealed batteries, starter batteries, or even AA batteries grouped together. However, all of these have their pros/cons.

[@paolopocchiari8613]

Ciao , sono di Venezia volevo chiederti come impostare senza interferenze . Ciao Grazie😊

[@olskoolbk]

How can I set the GPS to bring me back to my original start point?

[@elcompamartinez2647]

What kind of batteries & how long do they last? I have the Garmin etrex 30 for hunting very good product!!

[@CarlsontheOutdoorsman]

I use a EXIDE deep cycle battery, but only because I also use a trolling motor. I would imagine with most deep cycle batteries, this unit will run for days or even weeks without losing power. However, if you're looking for something cheaper and lighter, I would recommend a sealed lead-acid battery. Most are about $20 and will last all day with a full charge.

[@PimpLifeEnt]

Don't own a boat but I am renting one for a fishing trip with some buddies. How easy is this to install and uninstall?

[@oilheating214]

Dose it map out to see if there are anything in the way like depth rocks ext

[@davidhazen2394]

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?

[@amrelsoussy5838]

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

[@Sachiel235]

I just wish this came with an SD card slot to load charts from Navionics. It already has GPS so it doesn't seem like it would be too hard for them to integrate

[@daviddevine1757]

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.

[@shakeelsonde3423]

Sir the camera is built in the GPS or have to sepret fix under base?

[@laurapineros6955]

Hello im new with boats , how can a read the GPS and put where I want to go??? , Thanks

[@jeffreyrichards9597]

How do you get the traditional sonar and and the waypoint map to display on a single combo screen? It does not show on my main menu when I turn on the sonar. How do I get this option to show up on this main menu as it is on yours?

[@brianbaker359]

You can go into settings and setup 2 screen view and decide which item you want on each side.

[@tationrommel1336]

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?

[@JakeCharles_thechattychippewa]

Great video. Can you share how you installed it?. I have 2 boats can I use it between 2 boats?

[@matomitrovic6502]

Is it possible to put whole fish finder inside the hull of the boat

[@Lambert-hr7sm]

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 )

[@ants00]

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.

[@K8lin19]

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?

[@stevennichols2393]

If I was to put this on a kayak could the transducer shot through the boat or does it have to sit in the water to work correctly

[@mrmidnight32]

Steven Nichols has to be in the water. Should come with a mount.

[@stevennichols2393]

CK_32 okay thanks for the help I appreciate it

[@abujaudaan1]

Steven Nichols it can be fixed inside the hull of your kayak and the results are the same. but use lots of silicon to glue the transducer to the plastic and take care not to leave any air bubble when applying the silicon.

[@gholino15]

May i know how much it is? And if posible i buy it from your place and deliver it here in philipinnes

[@jblackmore78]

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?

[@lraffucci]

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.

[@karlanderson891]

Does this unit come pre loaded with maps? If not, how do you get them? In Charleston, SC

[@brianbaker359]

No included and no way to add.

[@RonnieShawley]

Just bought this fish finder. Never used one before still waiting on it in the mail. How can I tell the fish apart on there? Difference between bass catfish bait etc.

[@Francois_Dupont]

no only size. i am about to buy one and want to know how to boat around and find schools of fish. it is never explained how.

[@chronicawareness9986]

does it navigate you through land / islands? Or does it go around land / islands? like if you google earth a coordinate and go on the lake or river and navigate to it will it know the land boundries?

[@brianbaker359]

No, there is no map of land features. You can add waypoint coordinates by using Google maps/earth to create a route for future use.

[@hgclydewilson1558]

will you have interference if you place two transducers on one trolling motor from different units that are turned on at the same time?

[@CarlsontheOutdoorsman]

Yes, Sometimes. I have had the portable Garmin in one of my friend's boat and once I activated it, his fish locator received critical interference. Though I didn't have any problems with my Garmin at the time. I believe this is entirely dependent on the devices being used because some fish locators have two transducers for different types of clarity for example, and they don't interfere with each other.

[@arjaychua9313]

can i pls. know the exact deep range for open ocean and the maximum radius of the coverage... tanx

[@jackmehoff4064]

I think the depth is 1600 feet

[@list-ue9ei]

750 ft salt water 1600 fresh

[@joseaburto9518]

Any ideas why it says transducer is not connected.

[@silverstuddedsabertoothdream]

I just bought one, but, having problems finding fish, can you do a demo for finding fish,then marking that point for future trips ?

[@CarlsontheOutdoorsman]

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.

[@SilencedByYoutube]

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.

[@GarysOutdoors]

Great video. Can you mount the transducer inside the kayak hull? Thanks

[@CarlsontheOutdoorsman]

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.

[@KrucialFishing]

Do you have any pics of what fish look like on this unit

[@jhonarielcanaveral9804]

If i buy that and use here in phillipines how i can downloadthe chart or it will work only by online use?

[@rogerford9998]

One of the better videos out there

[@daisymae3926]

Where is the transdueser and does it have to be hull mount

[@TheRealJoeyB]

So where is the sensor to view the fish...how do you mount it.. Guess it can be removed too

[@Voodoo8648]

You should be a music conductor with hand movement like that. Damn boy

[@abdrahmanabdullah3113]

I am new to fish finder,how to properly install on a kayak

[@ppjolla]

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

[@GhoolerHunter]

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?

[@CarlsontheOutdoorsman]

Unfortunately, this unit is not compatible with maps.

[@mrmidnight32]

Can you do a video on how to set up way points and location from scratch? I bought mine used with my boat and it's like locked into some random location they fished at. I can't get it to find my current location. I've deleted and removed all of their routes and way points but some how it won't locate my current new location. I'm almost thinking it's still the demo GPS map.

[@CarlsontheOutdoorsman]

CK_32, yes, I plan on doing videos using the Garmin. However, for your situation I would simply recommend wiping everything and doing a "factory reset". It will show a boat on the way point map, that indicates where you are. To wipe all the memory and restore it to factory settings go to Settings> System> System Information> Factory Settings> Yes>. That should do the trick, just keep in mind that everything saved will be lost. Hope this helps!

[@fivetwentyseven8598]

Does the striker 4 tell you how fast your boat is trolling ?

[@theplowboipodcast6469]

hi Carlson when you use your waypoint map.. how exactly do you start the track im having trouble navigating back to my waypoint

[@CarlsontheOutdoorsman]

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.

[@theplowboipodcast6469]

Awesome, thanks for the reply. I'll try that next time..

[@SpikesandGills]

Does this need to be connected directly to a 12V battery? What's the power source?

[@sawyer_3759]

Are you using the ice transducer in this video? Thanks!!

[@browntrout611]

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.

[@CarlsontheOutdoorsman]

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.

[@browntrout611]

@@CarlsontheOutdoorsman Thanks for the replay.

[@browntrout611]

@@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.

[@anthonyspicer874]

Will this Garmin Striker 4 show you brush piles on the graph? I heard crappie love bedding in those brush piles we can't see by eye....

[@acidpunk7423]

Can this work outside America I want to use it off the coast of Venezuela

[@thefishingsmith4430]

Hello..What is the maximum depth of the stricker 4? Can this be used in salt water jigging? Thanks.

[@chronicawareness9986]

Maximum depth 1,600 feet freshwater, 750 feet saltwater; Current draw at 12Volt : 0.23 Ampere

[@MrPabloestudiopampa]

Is this a plain striker 4 or may be striker + 4 or + cv? I'm asking because the screen resolution and size apears to be superior to plain striker 4.... just asking...

[@mrsmartyg122]

great video; thanks! can you explain how the flasher works? We don’t understand the screen.

[@johnoutram5969]

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

[@limperlunk7292]

Have a video of using this fish finder while catching fish? Thanks for the video!

[@plutoplatters]

ha..love that simple wood railing for attachments... perfect

[@SnapBackCollector211]

Where do you have to setup the transducer for a canoe ?

[@mariobeauvais6123]

would the flasher mode pick up a downrigger ball?

[@ConsumeYourSoul619]

Can i mark multiple coordinates on the map? trying to mark some points around a marine reserve area

[@tcb069]

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

[@CarlsontheOutdoorsman]

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!

[@pancakeonmefacep4276]

Carlson the Outdoorsman have you upload said video yet?

[@shughalonly4724]

@@CarlsontheOutdoorsman thanks for the detailed video ...m also waiting for the video as requested above ...

[@TK-2Quick]

How does it work in shallow water? My old raymarine wouldn't function well in around 3-4 feet and under

[@CarlsontheOutdoorsman]

In my experience it functions very well in shallow water, assuming the water does not have a great number of obstructions or weeds.

[@jeffree6996]

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

[@bobbarker2515]

Great review. Can the GPS portion be disabled? If it can, will it remain disabled after turned off and back on? Thanks

[@borntoping]

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?

[@zipzip8239]

great overview. whats the wood railing? i assume you made it, any tutorial or close up look at it?

[@CarlsontheOutdoorsman]

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!

[@bluegill2030]

Found this video again! 😁 How does the transducer read out? Meaning does it read more out to the rear of the boat or front? If you were to troll for fish, is it going to read what you already went past or what’s coming up ahead of you? I think I’m going to get one because it sounds like this finder is well worth the money

[@CarlsontheOutdoorsman]

Depends on where the transducer is located. If it is mounted towards the bow, your readings will be directly underneath you. However, if you mount the transducer at the stern of your boat, your readings will be directly behind you.

[@stevenelliott3444]

How do I put in a location where I want to go from Google earth map ?

[@hunterschaferoutdoors0219]

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?

[@theplowboipodcast6469]

hey Carlson what does it.mean on the waypoint map when it asked to "add turns" do you manually have to add Every turn you make when your navigating away from a waypoint that you want to get back to?

[@CarlsontheOutdoorsman]

G Dan, yes, you have to enter your turns manually.

[@theplowboipodcast6469]

Carlson the Outdoorsman 👌i think I got it now... you've been a big help man.. 👍thanks again!!!

[@CarlsontheOutdoorsman]

No Problem! Thanks for the feedback. Glad I could be helpful!

[@usatrucking-f7w]

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

[@brandon071194]

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

[@ronaldhoward6743]

nice is there a Bigg deference between the striker 4 and striker 4 CV?

[@CarlsontheOutdoorsman]

The only REAL difference is that the 4CV comes with a ClearVu option-and the other one doesn't. Basically, the ClearVu option is just a really clear view on you sonar. That's it. Everything else they have in common, at least to my knowledge.

[@pluto309]

Its worth spent 76$ more to buy 4cv than 4 ?? Does it has polish language?

[@huntjunky1]

No, but hvbe downs sydrome dialick for you

[@ryanbernard6550]

Can you do a demonstration on finding the thermocline during warmer months?

[@charlieboutin3341]

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!👍 👍

[@robertmenzel5580]

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 .👍

[@jesuslovesmejustsaying4778]

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.

[@murraycameron3284]

On the Stryker 4 I watched you put in some longitude latitude numbers. I thought I read the 4 didn’t have longitude lat. Or does it mean that it doesn’t show your long lat . ? In your opinion do you thing the 4 plus is better and how . Thanks. Your vids are very informative.

[@EvenaGirlCanDoIt]

It's screen is considerably bigger. Its like comparing an iphone 4 screeb to an iphone 5. It's screen size only that is different

[@charlieb6615]

how do the crappie mark on this unit

[@ktgould]

Ordered mine! Thanks for the tips. Going on a sit-in kayak.

[@southbassfishing2239]

I am interested in this Fishfinder where can I get it

[@anthonywaldon7805]

How do you charge your 12 v battery?