My Garmin Striker 4 Fish Finder Kayak Setup / Mount, Power, and Accessories

Follow along as I show you the components I used to install my Garmin Striker 4 fish finder on my Jackson Coosa HD kayak. I Chose the Garmin Striker 4, and Ram Mounting hardware, and Nocqua Lithium Ion Battery to complete my ultimate kayak fish finder setup.
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[@Do0msday]

I love how straight to the point this was. It's basically "Here's how/why I did it." Boom. That's it. Love it.

[@1Cast1Fish]

No need for all the fluff...lol Thank you

[@TVNando]

Literally straight up and to the point. 5min and short. No long unnecessary talking. Subs!

[@1Cast1Fish]

Thanks a ton :)

[@vhb4048]

Play at 1.25x speed

[@CatDaddySteve]

Turn your brain up to max intelligence setting 😉

[@CatDaddySteve]

Turn Your brain up to max intelligence setting 😉

[@nlmaster9811]

Unfortunately mobile only supports up to 2x, on desktop extensions let you got to 3x and beyond which is nice.

[@creativeexperience6388]

Thanks!

[@DeceasedONE]

I just finished buying this set up for my "perception pescador pilot 12 pedal kayak." I am so excited to get everything. I just bought EVERYthing I needed thanks to YOU!

[@1Cast1Fish]

I made this video because I wished I knew exactly what I needed when I added my fish finder to my kayak...so glad this has helped.

[@petewhite85]

Because of your expert advice in your previous videos I really enjoy my Garmin Striker 4 in my Lifetime Tamarack Kayak. Many fish found and in the freezer. Thank you.

[@1Cast1Fish]

Great to hear, thank you

[@bshockley4]

ahhh the internet never ceases to amaze me. thanks for running through all of this. Great video!!

[@1Cast1Fish]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@konrads9276]

Heading out to try my Striker 4 for the first time. Really enjoying your channel, and how simply you explain the Garmin features.

[@1Cast1Fish]

Hope you enjoy it and any questions or things you want to see in a future video let me know

[@YourNextCast]

That is a really nice set up my friend. Thank you for walking us through it.

[@1Cast1Fish]

You bet...thank you

[@craiglawhead3507]

I am having trouble finding the attachments for this ram mount. What ram sent me does not fit on striker 4.

[@BravoBassin]

I love my garmin stiker 4 such a great fish finder!! glad to see a new video from you it has been awhile my friend!!

[@1Cast1Fish]

It really is a awesome fish finder for the money....I have had mine for years with no issues

[@1noemijrz]

This video is extremely helpful!!! My husband wants a fish finder for Christmas and I had to do a lot of research (I do not know anything about fishing!). Your videos have been super helpful. God bless you!!

[@1Cast1Fish]

Awesome, I am sure he would love one of these. Is it for a kayak?

[@1noemijrz]

@@1Cast1Fish Yes, it for a kayak. I found the Garmin striker plus 4cv. I figured it would be easier since it has the two types of views.

[@1Cast1Fish]

That will be a awesome kayak fish finder he will love it. Don’t forget a good battery to power it

[@truenorthangler]

Awesome stuff, love those Ram mount accessories. Lots of great information, thanks for sharing with us. Adrian

[@1Cast1Fish]

They do make a great product....all my mounts are from them on the kayak and boat

[@Vance_Hinds]

Thanks for the video. I really needed someone to tell me how to attach my Striker 4 to my kayak. I have the portable kit but I want it more securely attached. Great video!

[@1Cast1Fish]

Glad I could help!

[@mosierboy3631]

This will be a great reference video for my new Striker 4 for my Ascend 12T! Great and helpful video my friend!👍BABAAM!!

[@1Cast1Fish]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you

[@FishingWithBIGD]

super great walk through man you really know how to make a great learning tutorial video & how too's

[@1Cast1Fish]

I appreciate that! Thanks

[@comcast515]

Great video, thanks for the quick response in sharing this with me. I greatly appreciate it!

[@1Cast1Fish]

No problem...hope this helped

[@jolieburgos506]

I have the same setup on my hobie revo 13, perfect for offshore fishing in Hawaii. 🤙🤙

[@1Cast1Fish]

It really is a great setup, a bit expensive, but high quality that will last. I have had this setup for years now with no issues.

[@robertohara9700]

Excellent set up and advice. Thanks

[@1Cast1Fish]

Thank you

[@casualcarolinafishing5835]

That's a nice setup for a kayak. I'm thinking about getting one for the front of my jon boat to use with the built-in transducer on my new trolling motor.

[@1Cast1Fish]

This will fit the bill....go with the Plus or the Plus CV

[@Farmhouselivingroom]

Thanks! You were the most informative and right to the point!

[@1Cast1Fish]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you :)

[@mikethecommoner]

These videos are awesome. Very helpful

[@1Cast1Fish]

Thank you

[@rainbosprinkles6548]

Loving the series. To any who are looking, I paired up a wilderness systems lithium battery to a Garmin Striker 4cv vivid. The Wilderness systems lithium battery has issues with Sonars that draw over 1amp or require more than 12v. I have had no issues with the battery and the Garmin. Additionally, I was able to pick up the 15ah lithium battery for 60 dollars on clearance due to the discontinuation of it.

[@1Cast1Fish]

Sweet find for a good price, a buddy I fish with sometimes uses that battery

[@richardsousa2625]

This was actually a super concise video nice job

[@1Cast1Fish]

Glad it was helpful :)

[@5against4]

Awesome info, thanks!!

[@1Cast1Fish]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MrSAMUELDONG]

Thank you so much, great video, explaining very nicely.

[@1Cast1Fish]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks

[@dj-pizza]

I liked this Striker 4 so much that I bought a second one for my other boat. Have been using the first unit, with all my waypoints, between both boats. How about a video showing how to transfer waypoints from one unit to another? Great videos, keep up the good work.

[@1Cast1Fish]

That is one of the biggest down sides with the Striker 4 sharing waypoints is not that easy as a fish finder with a SD card slot.

[@bigemckracken8130]

Nice video my guy and I had a few laughs, well done 👍🏻

[@1Cast1Fish]

Appreciate it, thanks

[@TheKarenjh]

This is fantastic. Thank you so much. Unless someone shows you, you have no idea. You completely explained all the options, so know I will know what I’m talking about. Awesome! Subscribed!

[@1Cast1Fish]

Thank you, I was definitely overwhelmed with all the options and what would be compatible with what when I first decided to add a fish finder to my kayak. I hope this video definitely makes the process easier for others.

[@latestartadventures]

Great video and to the point. Thanks.

[@1Cast1Fish]

Thanks for watching!

[@ledforthehead23]

Great video! Was trying to find a mount for the Garmin 4. I also watched your installation video of installing with duct seal for drill free installation. This will be my route . Thanks and tight lines

[@1Cast1Fish]

This has been a great mounting option for me...it has worked great and is totally removable if need be.

[@ledforthehead23]

Quick question, I've read a few post on the y adapter being a 4 pin instead of 2. It's a 2 pin configuration right?

[@1Cast1Fish]

@@ledforthehead23 the Y adapter is 2 pin

[@Gerry32]

Great video !

[@1Cast1Fish]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@tonybagdonis449]

You helped again. Thanks!

[@1Cast1Fish]

Glad to help!

[@osker4738]

Very helpful video! I got incredibly lucky and got a brand new "vibe sea ghost 110" that came with the striker 4 brand new in box for $300. Been scratching my head for awhile trying to figure out battery options.

[@1Cast1Fish]

Sounds like you got a great deal...congrats and good luck on the water

[@gregstabryla9945]

Thanks. I like the wilderness system 15,000 mAH. At $10 more, can do so much more. Great topic.

[@1Cast1Fish]

Great battery IMO to hate for the Wilderness, buddy of mine runs it with no issues

[@PAPATexas]

Good info video. I have never added a fish finder to any of my kayaks.

[@1Cast1Fish]

Well worth it IMO if you fish a lot of lakes and rivers

[@ryleyrodger311]

Super helpful video man! Thank you

[@1Cast1Fish]

Glad to hear it! Thank you

[@ryleyrodger311]

@@1Cast1Fish I recently bought the pelican premium the catch 120 waiting for it to come in ordering my Garmin in a few days, ice fishing has been fun but I'm excited for open water!!

[@1Cast1Fish]

​@@ryleyrodger311​Sounds like you will be set with a good yak and fishfinder for when the water opens up. Did you decide on a battery option yet?

[@badjohnny911]

Now that’s a video 👌

[@1Cast1Fish]

Thank you very much, glad you enjoyed

[@LordByronMacintosh]

great thank you , very clear

[@1Cast1Fish]

Glad it helped!

[@markcarter7548]

nice one for all the info, just ordered myself one here in the UK, and man you've lost some weight, happy days

[@1Cast1Fish]

Awesome that you ordered one, I am sure you will love it, any questions just ask and I will do my best to answer.....and Yep, down 35 pounds, got a ways to go, but very motivating that you noticed...thanks

[@markcarter7548]

@@1Cast1Fish thanks for the reply, im just undecided on what amp battery go for, i'll be doing around 5hrs on the water each trip, am i right they draw around 3watts??

[@1Cast1Fish]

I always recommend the 10 Ah if you can afford the extra money....only because you can run other items off it as well for longer. In reality though the smaller battery will serve you just fine unless you use it for very long periods (days) or run multiple items like phone charger and GoPros from it.

[@221rep]

Great video

[@1Cast1Fish]

Thank you

[@OldLadyAngler]

Love my striker 4. I might need to invest in that little pig tail .

[@1Cast1Fish]

If you have the Nocqua battery, you will not regret having the pigtail Y and the USB options...no more camera battery swaps :)

[@CatDaddySteve]

Sweet 😊

[@1Cast1Fish]

Thanks!

[@sherifhamed6432]

Very nice video

[@1Cast1Fish]

Thank you :)

[@coreymcdaniel8264]

Good video my brother

[@1Cast1Fish]

Appreciate it...thank you

[@MooMooOutdoors]

I too use garmin striker 4 and nocqua

[@1Cast1Fish]

Great combo...a bit expensive compared to some other options, but well worth it IMO...it has been flawless for a few years now.

[@dwrdcszz]

Great videos by the way. I’m trying to. Make this a one step purchase instead of doing it piece meal. So I’m wondering what other things I’m going to need.

[@1Cast1Fish]

Everything I used in in the description

[@GoKartsorGoneFishin]

So sick

[@1Cast1Fish]

Thanks man....you do any fishing lately?

[@run34fun]

Your videos are so easy to understand! I only have one question. When you put cords in the hull how do you shut the lid to keep it water tight? Thank you for the great videos.

[@1Cast1Fish]

Good question! I guess it depends on the type of lid you have. My lids have a rubber ring around them, they are not 100% waterproof to start, so I just close my lid over them. I also have seen some people go all out and use the waterproof connector bulkheads and go through the upper part of the kayak with the cords. Lots of variables at play though depending on kayak type and design

[@katebeckinsnail910]

I have the same set up. I got it on my pelican 110 hd.

[@1Cast1Fish]

It is a bit expensive, but this is a rock solid setup as you know...glad you are enjoying your Yak and catching some fish.

[@IanAnderson-vk7lz]

The top part that you used to attach to the fishfinder base looks different. At least the link you posted for it had a different one shown.

[@1Cast1Fish]

Oh, I see what you are talking about..so I already mounted the Garmin Striker Base to the top circle plate. If you look close at 1:31 you can see the Ram Base under the Garmin Striker Base.

[@ColoradoMartini]

Hey you. How the heck are you. I love to see your channel is doing so well. I would be afraid that my kayak would flip if I fished from it.

[@1Cast1Fish]

I am doing well...I am surprised I have never flipped mine...but it is pretty stable. Its always fun to be on the water regardless though fishing rod or not.

[@CTRadventures]

I just bought a 16' fiberglass canoe, I'm trying to figure out how I want to mount the transducer. I might try one of those swing arm mounts by Scotty. It's seems what most are doing. I have the striker 4 with clear view, so the transducer is about 6 inches long, I'm hoping that with the arm, the transducer doesn't wobble

[@1Cast1Fish]

The arms work pretty well, only issues I see is they catch weeds alot in thick grass

[@keithmoore408]

Great videos, thank you. Question...In hull mount with the Striker 4, water temp is a feature I use a lot. Would you suggest I use exterior in water mount instead of in hull mount for accurate temp readings?

[@1Cast1Fish]

With the in hull mount the water temp reading will not be accurate. To have accurate water temp readings, you must mount the transducer so that it is in the water

[@smallieman1756]

@@1Cast1Fish I can tell you that properly mounted, your water temp will work but might take 30 minutes or so for your hull to match the water temp. Worse case is you’d be a degree or so off. I’ve tested this through my Pelican kayak hull and compared it with an in water and they are very, very close.

[@smallieman1756]

Love your videos BTW!!!

[@charlesgipson5848]

Can you install the larger transducer for the chirp model with duck seal on the interior of your kayak also?

[@1Cast1Fish]

I have the GT20 installed this way without issue.

[@TWC6724]

I just got a echomap 73sv and this type of mount looks sturdier than the yak attack lock and load system. I really like that lock and load but it looks very wobbly. Is yours pretty sturdy?

[@1Cast1Fish]

I think so...It wobbles a bit but nothing that would be worrying. It is pretty stable IMO

[@jeffsadon552]

That looks like a nice battery you have how do you charge it and is possible to hook it up to a solar panel to keep it charged?

[@1Cast1Fish]

To charge it, you just plug it into a normal wall outlet. Check out their website for solar chargers...they have a Goal Zero Solar setup you can buy.

[@HollowTips92]

We're you able to attach the ram mount to the bottom of the striker mount using all three screw holes? I bought the same set up and when I went to attach the mount no matter which hole arrangement I tried, I could only get 2 of the 3 screw holes to align. Feels like I'm crazy but I tried each arrangement a bunch of times.

[@1Cast1Fish]

I was able to get all 3 to match up on mine

[@erikreyes5331]

A bit late just purchased one for a kayak but when you put the transducer in the hull did you ever get any interference or did it work perfectly?

[@1Cast1Fish]

As long as no air gaps, I have had zero issues or interference

[@coltonmason8290]

Have you seen any major differences with doing the in-hull tranducer in the front cargo hold vs the rear?

[@1Cast1Fish]

I have never messed with putting it in the rear hatch. I should work fine though...the key is no air gaps, and be sure the transducer is below the waterline when mounted.

[@kdhartman44]

Will I be able to use that set up on the NuCanoe Dashboard XL? I just purchased a Gramin Striker 4.

[@1Cast1Fish]

If it has the mounting tracks, then YES

[@IanAnderson-vk7lz]

Hello, As I was watching to see what ram light duty mount you used, I clicked on the link you posted for it and it brought me to the item but it didnt have the same attachment on as the one you have. The attachment you have on it in the video, I saw that that comes with the garmin kit itself. Did you just swap out the attachments for both the top and bottom?

[@1Cast1Fish]

I used the top to mount to the fishfinder base, I removed the bottom so I can attach it to a 1" ball mount on the kayak rail.

[@llllll-ux2lz]

How did you get the bolts/screws in the bottom of the ram mounted before you attached the fish finder?

[@1Cast1Fish]

They just mated up with the holes in the plastic base for the Striker 4....bolt and nuts is all I used.

[@derekfoster3106]

So is the USB port an Y adapter needed or does the noaqua pro power kit come with all you need

[@1Cast1Fish]

The USB and Y are extras, but they are very useful depending on your power needs. The kit comes with everything you need for a standard setup...then you can add the Y or USB later if you like.

[@jacobjohnson6428]

By any chance can you send a link for the ram ball joint that you used and your arm bracket that you used for the transducer?

[@1Cast1Fish]

Everything should be linked already in the decription...as for mounting the transducer, I mount it inside the hull with duct seal

[@thomnedell430]

Can that rail system be added to a Radisson Canoe? Also wondering if transducer signal will penetrate thin aluminum hull

[@1Cast1Fish]

Not 100% on the rail, but the transducer will shoot through a aluminum hull. I have seen mixed reviews with the CV transducer and aluminum hulls though....sometime sit works good, and sometimes not so well. The regular 2D sonar has no issues normally

[@pigcoke]

How do I get the horizontal split screen display like the pic on the box? I don't see that option from home manu.

[@1Cast1Fish]

Do you have any split screen options to choose from on the main menu? If so, go into the settings on that screen and you can choose vertical or horz split.

[@stevenskinner5032]

What is your opinion on mounting the transducer to the trolling motor?

[@1Cast1Fish]

It will work just fine...thats how we all mounted our bow mounted fish finder transducers before they started making trolling motors with transducers integrated.

[@shaynewhitehorn8389]

Could you share the link for the specific ram mount that you purchased?

[@1Cast1Fish]

My whole setup right here kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJrVaZqjYtKYh5Y

[@slugbaited]

i just upgraded my set up from a SLA battery to a nocqua 4.4A. i don’t need to charge any other devices except my garmim striker 4 and would like to keep it minimal to save weight. i noticed in some of your other videos, that you don’t use an in-line fuse as supplied by garmin. if i ad a fuse because of the added wire it would basically make that part of my set up really not waterproof. any reasons for concern or issue not using the fuse? this battery is going to save me about 4lbs on my kayak set up! my other option is to put this battery with the fuse and part of the power cable from the garmin into a waterproof box i already have and use a cable gland to run just the power cable out.

[@1Cast1Fish]

I actually always have the fuse to protect the fish finder, but it is semi sealed pretty well....I have never had a issue with water getting in it.

[@daronaznivpiloton4338]

Is garmin fish finder can be use on canoe? Do you have a video tutorial on how to install transducer on it?

[@1Cast1Fish]

It will work...for a canoe I would look at the over the side mounting arms....or try the duct seal method and see if it will work.

[@peacemain3541]

Am I missing something? The striker comes with lose wires to connect to a 12 V battery and there was no adapter with the nocqua kit that just plugs into the striker. Any idea what piece is missing and where I can buy it? (A two pint plug to connect to a four pin female?)

[@1Cast1Fish]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmTVaqKJeL-Vm68 Check this out it should help The Nocqua kit should have the adapter that gets spliced to the Strikers power cable.

[@None-vo1ci]

Nocqua Adventure Gear Super Y Connector is out of stock. Do I need an adapter to connect the Nocqua battery to my Garmin Sticker? The layout of the male pins doesn't look like they will connect to the female end of the Sticker

[@1Cast1Fish]

The Y connector is not needed, but you must have the adaptor that comes with the battery kit. The adaptor will have one side of wires that you tie into the fishfinder power cable, then the other side will fit the battery pigtail.

[@fishcaddy]

Great vid! I just got a 4cv, and trying to decide between the 4.4ah or the 10 Nocqua. I see the 4cv power draw is 400mah. Should I assume this will run the fish finder for over 10 hours on the 4.4 Nocqua (plenty for me)? Any reason to get the 10 instead? Would love to get your thoughts.

[@1Cast1Fish]

The 4 works great for most everyone and day trips....I like the 10 for a few reasons. I power the fish finder and my cameras from the battery....plus I use it on hunting trips to charge things and such....so I get alot of "other" uses from it as well so the extra power is useful for me.

[@fishcaddy]

@@1Cast1Fish Gotcha. Wouldn't hurt to future-proof a bit with a bigger battery, ended up going with the 10. Thanks again for the reply.

[@1Cast1Fish]

No problem...plus the 10 really is not all that much bigger

[@TheMichiganFisherman]

I need to find a cheaper solution for the power. I can’t justify the cost of yours. Love the rest of it though 👍

[@1Cast1Fish]

Did you look at the smaller Nocqua battery or just the 10 Amp?....there are cheaper options out there though...just a bit more work on the front end and a tad bit less flexibility.

[@mhuntj1]

Can you get temperature readings hull mounted with duct putty?

[@1Cast1Fish]

No you can not

[@jelly_fishing]

I was walking through the the setup - ran into an issue with the ram mount - can you walk through how you put the mount together - my mount came without screws

[@1Cast1Fish]

I used bolts and nuts to attach the ram mount to the plastic base mount for the Striker 4.

[@jelly_fishing]

@@1Cast1Fish they did not come with kit so I had to order - thanks

[@1Cast1Fish]

ok, hope it works great and mounts up good.

[@ryleyrodger311]

Do you have a product number for the light duty mount? I'm having a hard time finding it

[@1Cast1Fish]

Link is in the description

[@tananok1315]

dear sir. thank you so much for this video. i've gone to rammount website and i've selected 2 part numbers to go with my garmin striker 4. however i think im still short of 1 part that is needed to fix to the base of the garmin round support structure before fixing to the socket arm. can you help me? the 2 parts that i have got from the website is RAM-B-201U (double socket arm) and RAP-B-354U-TRA1 (track ball). many thanks for your help.

[@1Cast1Fish]

Look at the links in the video description for the parts you need...RAM-B-201U (double socket arm) is just a arm, not the rest of the support structure for the fish finder, so it will not work without addition stuff.

[@billjonkey5241]

I am also missing one part of this set up, that being the adaptor which connects the Garman fish finder to one end of the double socket arm. Without this adaptor plate the socket arm contains a round plate on each end with the ball. Please help me identify this adaptor plate. Thanks Bill Jonkey

[@99seas]

Does that ram mount also work for the striker 4 CV?

[@1Cast1Fish]

Yes, I use mine for both the base Striker 4 and my Vivid

[@davidmccurry6309]

I have a feelfree kayak, Will the ball mount on my track?

[@1Cast1Fish]

I think most of the mounting tracks are the same across brands

[@bradleybailey2273]

Do you have a link for the track the ball fits into

[@1Cast1Fish]

I do not, but any standard kayak gear track should work for you

[@IanAnderson-vk7lz]

It also says its for the Garmin Echo series, is that the same as the Striker 4 series?

[@1Cast1Fish]

I believe so, I believe that it works for both...but not 100% sure, but they share the same base mount.

[@jms-er1kq]

Do you use the Garmin striker plus or just the regular Garmin striker 4

[@1Cast1Fish]

I bought the regular, but wish I would have bought at least the plus. The mapping feature is a great addition if you fish any lakes or rivers. I mostly only fished small creeks and rivers that did not have a lot of depth or depth change, so I went with the regular...now I fish a few small lakes as well and wish I had a Plus.

[@ryanlux7796]

1Cast 1Fish, first time commentor, many video watcher.....great vids sir!! My question is this... I bought the Stiker Plus 4 and watched your install video. You put the transponder inside your Kyak, doesnt it have to be in the water? I have watched a few other videos and everyone has theres outside and mostly on the back of boat. Is there something I am missing here? Because I would love to do it your way!

[@1Cast1Fish]

The plus 4 transducer is not powerful enough to create enough heat to cook itself if outside of water...some big unit transducers are 1000W + and they do get hot. Check out my video I just posted to day as it goes over how to mount the transducer inside the hull in depth.

[@gregstabryla9945]

It just has to be under the water line.

[@gregstabryla9945]

I have a Feel Free Moken V2 12.5. It has a removable sonar pod, I Velcroed my battery in front and made a duck seal (plumber's putty), oval shaped dam behind the battery, filled with waterproof clear picture caulk. Pressed my transducer til it basically bottom. Let sit for a day. Works perfectly. You can do that basically anywhere in your hull. Mine happens to be in the middle. Hope this helps!

[@1Cast1Fish]

Sounds like a solid mount

[@gregstabryla9945]

Ryan, sent reply to 1 cast1fish. You can find it. Good luck! Try not to over think it! It will work, if not, just reposition it. Tight lines!

[@TurboVinny617]

will the clearvu work inside the hull?

[@1Cast1Fish]

In the vast majority of cases with plastic kayak hulls yes...I have seen a few not work, but it was due to poor install of the transducer.

[@leannmeanlondon]

How long can you run a Garmin Striker 4cv on 4.4ah nocqua bttery?

[@1Cast1Fish]

I would guess about 10-15 hours continuous

[@dwrdcszz]

Is there a chance that you can show part number on the light duty assert mount ? The one that I am looking at on Amazon doesn’t look the same as yours.

[@1Cast1Fish]

They have changed a bit and Amazon is flakey on which ones they have in stock sometimes.

[@dwrdcszz]

@@1Cast1Fish Amazon does not have the adjustable ball mount will the hobby one work?

[@1Cast1Fish]

Should, it's 1" I believe as well. If not, they are easy to return

[@bobbyclaros1978]

nice set up man! what stryker 4 model do you have? im still choosing between price and what I really need. Any thoughts?

[@1Cast1Fish]

I use the base Striker 4, but I mostly fish small lakes and rivers with my kayak. I do plan on getting one of the new Vivid 4CV's this summer though hopefully. What type of fishing do you primarily do? Another option is to look for the non Vivid model CV's since they are on sale most places to make room for the new Vivid's.

[@bobbyclaros1978]

@@1Cast1Fish I fish lakes here in North Texas. Yeah I saw the sticker 4 plus cv on sale at 149.88 but out of stock in local Bass Pro. Thinking the base model may be enough for me now, at 99.99, and I use the extra cash for the Ram mounts and Nucqoa battery you suggested.

[@1Cast1Fish]

The battery is a great investment...I have had mine since 2017 and still holds a charge like a champ without issue.

[@bobbyclaros1978]

@@1Cast1Fish yes sir, went ahead with the purchase and arriving next week! 👍👍👍

[@1Cast1Fish]

@@bobbyclaros1978 I am sure you will love it

[@anthony.latona]

How long does the Garmin last on a 10ah vs a 4ah battery?

[@1Cast1Fish]

About double

[@craiglawhead3507]

Can you provide a part number for the light duty mount? I cannot find it on rye ram mount website. Also my ram Arm transducer mount seems to be missing parts to connect transducer. Any help will be appreciated.

[@1Cast1Fish]

The link and # are in the description, but they have been very hard to find lately...guess production has not kept up with demand very well. Not sure on the transducer mount since I don't have one. What part seems to be missing?

[@craiglawhead3507]

The garmin transducer has 2 eyelets that are approx 1 inch apart and the mount is not that wide so it seems I am missing a spacer or something so that transducer will stay study. Thanks for your help much appreciated

[@1Cast1Fish]

The transducer should be sturdy enough to stay level on its own, but they will have a bit of play...that way if they hit a object (impact) they can flip up to avoid damage.

[@Bobbers_Outdoors]

For those of us without a track set up, How good is the included garmin mount. Looks like it tilts and swivels. Can anyone comment if it is satisfactory?

[@1Cast1Fish]

I can tell you it does tilt and swivel, it is also a pretty sturdy mount.

[@davidemmerich1971]

Can you please send a link to the ram mount accessories for my striker 4?

[@davidemmerich1971]

I found it. The ram ball mount is out of stock. Will the yak attack 1” work?

[@1Cast1Fish]

Yeah they go quick once in stock, but yes the Yak Attack 1" will work just as good.

[@LeoFINuTube]

Garmin Striker Plus 4 is my first fish finder with contour maps and i have one specific problem. When i turn my boat there is 2-3 second delay for all movement my boat does on my striker screen. This is extremely annoying to drive around lake, because im used to drive around Garming hand-held navigator which updates my boat movements on the navigator screen extremely fast. With navigator i was able to drive lines with extreme accuracy and also make fast turns without getting confused which way im going, even drive lake just by looking my navigator (just memorize where they keep fishing nets). Is there any Striker settings that could solve my problem??? Or is there some setting that is causing the problem???

[@1Cast1Fish]

My GPS is fairly accurate on timing, but I am in a kayak….how fast are you going by chance?

[@LeoFINuTube]

@@1Cast1Fish 1,85 - 2,5 mph

[@1Cast1Fish]

Should keep up pretty well at those speeds...does it have good GPS signal? You can also try a factory reset to rest the unit.

[@LeoFINuTube]

@@1Cast1Fish I found youtube video where guy was driving with striker 4 and u can clearly see that when he makes the turn and boat is alrdy going straight in reality, in striker screen boat is still turning. So there is default 2sec (at least) delay on screen and there propably isnt any solution to this :( also 100% brightness on sunny day isnt just enough. I would say this fish finder is good for kayaking, its avarage for electric motors (cus they cant go very fast anyways, as myself). But boats with real engines i wouldnt recommend, u rlly want fish finder with no delay. Just my honest opinion.

[@1Cast1Fish]

You are right about wanting a very accurate GPS track when traveling at speed...especially if its dark. I use Humminbirds on my big boat, but think I will drag this along just to see if the GPS lags at all going 50+ mph. Cool you brought this up, because I honestly don't have any experience with it since I use mine on the kayaks.

[@bassinassassin8196]

I know I’m late but I just got a kayak that doesn’t have a place for my mount to go on, any ideas?

[@1Cast1Fish]

You can buy and add rails to any kayak, they come in many sizes and colors as well

[@bassinassassin8196]

@@1Cast1Fish thanks I’ll try it!

[@jeffwalsh54]

Is the ram mount composite or marine aluminum?

[@1Cast1Fish]

It is mostly aluminum, I have had mine in fresh and saltwater and no issues.

[@jobsearch5871]

does this have a shallow water alarm?

[@1Cast1Fish]

Yes you can set a shallow water alarm on the Striker series

[@Rapier1-1]

Hey man, great video you have here. I’ve got mine hooked up to my kayak, I don’t use a trolling motor. I was wondering what the best settings for properly identifying fish was? I don’t know if it’s because there aren’t many fish at my local bay but I was not seeing any traditional fish arches like everyone describes, could it be Because my scrolling rate was too low? Or interference was too high? Often times I have trouble identifying chunks of seaweed from small baitfish. I’ve watched your tutorial on identifying fish, I’m just wondering if my settings might be off. My max speed in the kayak is 3knots

[@1Cast1Fish]

It could be many things...what are you actually seeing on the screen...lines, streaks, dots, ect?

[@scottmcbride2237]

Which striker 4 is the best

[@1Cast1Fish]

Depends on your needs...I really love the Vivid now because of the quick draw maps. If you fish lakes or ponds the maps feature is great.

[@nickwaggoner5711]

The link for the ram mount isn’t the right product. Can you give an item number for the exact ram mount arm that is shown in the video?? Thank you

[@1Cast1Fish]

Just checked it, and it links to the right one? The 1" light duty mount... what issue do you see?

[@craiglawhead3507]

Can you supply a part number

[@tomfox4466]

Did he go with the 4.4 amp or 10 battery?? Anyone know . Does it matter which

[@1Cast1Fish]

I like the 10

[@tomfox4466]

@@1Cast1Fish thanks

[@ronaldhowell4146]

How many hours will this battery last before charge

[@1Cast1Fish]

I have the 10 Ah and I have gone 2 Days charging phones, fish finder, and a camera without any issues. (granted this was not 24 hour per day use) I also did a video with the just the fish finder and it lasted non stop for over 30 hours of continuous run time.