Garmin STRIKER Vivid 4cv Fish Finder
A compact GPS fish finder with traditional CHIRP sonar and ClearVü down imaging, sized for kayaks and small boats.
Price
Check current listings (FishFinderLab notes the price gap to the plain Striker 4 is small)
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Check price at Amazon (paid link)Key specs
| Screen | 4.3 in |
|---|---|
| Sonar | CHIRP traditional plus ClearVü down imaging |
| Transducer | GT20-TM included |
| GPS | Built-in, with Quickdraw Contours mapping |
| Side imaging | No (that needs an 'sv' model) |
What the maker and reviewers highlight
- Down imaging gives a cleaner picture of what is under the boat (FishFinderLab) [source]
Things to weigh
- No side imaging; FishFinderLab says confusing ClearVü with side imaging drives most disappointed reviews [source]
- Small screen; FishFinderLab suggests the 5cv if screen size matters [source]
Who it's for in Texas
A good match for a kayak or jon boat on a Texas lake when you mostly want depth, structure and a way to mark a brush pile.
My take: coming soon
We have not tested this one ourselves yet. If I get it in the field, my notes will go here. No rating is given.