Reviews and Videos of Lowrance HDS-10 Fish finder / GPS Chart plotter

July 25th, 2010


Lowrance HDS-10 Fishfinder/GPS Chartplotter

Lowrance is known for making high quality marine products and you cant go wrong with the HDS line of products. These graphs and GPS mapping devices were made for the angler and boater that requires performance during all conditions and under all circumstances. Save your waypoints, plot your way to your destination and make it happen quickly with this device. Bass fisherman needing to get back to the home marina can quickly follow their trail back to the launch site or select a waypoint and find the quickest way to go.

Here is some videos about the HDS 10 by Lowrance.

Darrell Rollins at Lowrance gives us a look at the advanced high definition system

Howard Johnson shows the Lowrance HDS-10 and shares some tips

Lowrance  HDS-10 Fishfinder/GPS Chartplotter

Lowrance HDS-10 Fishfinder/GPS Chartplotter

The HDS-10 Fishfinder/GPS Chartplotters from Lowrance feature massive 10.4” high-definition SolarMax – PLUS screens for the highest-contrast picture detail and the best wide-angle viewing available. Lowrance’s innovative FlyWheel scroll dial and one-touch soft key menu provides anglers with greater control for faster and simpler fishfinder function. HDS-10 models featuring Lowrance’s innovative high-definition Insight USA mapping offer unprecedented detail of both inland and coastal areas with contour shading delivering a stunning lifelike perspective of bottom topography. The HDS-10 model with Enhanced US Basemap offers the same inland and coastal coverage area as Insight, with 100,000 bodies of water and 5,000 lakes. The Lowrance HDS-10 Fishfinder/GPS Chartplotter features: Massive high-definition 10.4″ super VGA color viewing Brilliant enhanced SolarMAX? PLUS display with fully adjustable pure white LED screen/keypad backlight Built-in Broadband high-definition sonar and super-sensitive GPS antenna Unique FlyWheel? and soft control keys for faster functions access Built-in, exclusive Insight USA? mapping or Enhanced US Basemap model choices. Insight USA? mapping provides stunning lifelike contour presentation. Two high-speed SD card slots for optional detail mapping display and sonar/GPS data recording (cards not included) Skimmer? transducer with temp included Navionics Platinum+, Platinum and HotMaps Platinum with TurboView compatible (sold separately) HDS puts you in control! Easy to use, too!: Vastly improved angler control, with unique FlyWheel? scroll dial, plus soft command keys, for faster and simpler fishfinder functions control on HDS-10 Unique menu display lets you fly through functions control with the greatest of ease and speed Brighter SolarMAX? PLUS screens deliver the highest-contrast picture detail and the best wide-angle viewing available From fantastic brilliance in direct sun to zero-dim at night, adjustable super-white LED backlighting is the best for all fishing conditions As of May 15, 2009 all Lowrance HDS units are now Navionics compatible. Click here for free Lowrance download features Navionics support and expanded HDS performance enhancements.


Lowrance mapping and Navionics is available, with a very easily visible screen due to the high definition qualities. Can easily view a four map screen just a great sonar unit. Check out other bass fishing videos at the rest of the site to learn about other products available in the tackle stores near you.

Lowrance HDS-5 Fishfinder/GPS Chart plotter Bass Fishing Sonar and Maps

July 25th, 2010

The Lowrance HDS-5 Fishfinder/GPS Chart plotter is an excellent tool for bass fisherman seekig to purchase a high quality sonar and gps mapping device. This is a compact device made for the marine environment and will be a great addition any type of boat whether a aluminum fishing boat or top of the line bass or even a kayak or pontoon kickboat.

Here is a video with some additional information about the Lowrance HDS 5 sonar and plotter.

You can learn more about this graph clicking the link below.

Lowrance  HDS-5 Fishfinder/GPS Chartplotter

Lowrance HDS-5 Fishfinder/GPS Chartplotter

The space-saving HDS-5 Fishfinder/GPS Chartplotter from Lowrance features a high resolution 480 x 480 pixel 5” color SolarMax Plus display for outstanding contrast and tremendous viewing performance. Software HDS-5 models featuring Lowrance’s innovative high-definition Insight mapping display unprecedented detail with lightning-fast map screen updates. The HDS-5 model with Lake Insight inland mapping includes exclusive Fishing Hot Spots detail, while the HDS-5 model with Nautic Insight offers fantastic coastal and inshore coverage. The HDS-5 model with Enhanced US Basemap offers the same inland and coastal coverage area as Insight, with 100,000 bodies of water and 5,000 lakes. Lowrance HDS-5 Fishfinder/GPS Chartplotter features: Exclusive high-res 480×480 pixel 5” color display packs more viewing performance in a space-saving design Enhanced SolarMAX PLUS display with fully adjustable pure white LED screen/keypad backlight Built-in Broadband high-definition sonar and super-sensitive GPS antenna High-speed SD card slot for optional detail mapping display and sonar/GPS data recording (cards not included) Skimmer transducer with temperature included Expandable and ready-to-network on NMEA 2000 or Ethernetworks Navionics Platinum+, Platinum and HotMaps Platinum with TurboView compatible (sold separately) Includes manufacture’s limited two-year warranty Dimensions: 5.7? H x 7.2? W x 4? D As of May 15, 2009 all Lowrance HDS units are now Navionics compatible. Click here for free Lowrance download features Navionics support and expanded HDS performance enhancements.


It is important when bass fishing to always be able to make it home thus a quality mapping gps device is always a good thing especially if you happen to fish in very large bodies of water or places with confusing back waters with side sloughs and all kinds of ways to get turned around. With a Lowrance product on your boat you will always at least now which way to point the bow to make it home.

Skeet Reese Catching Quality Largemouth Bass on Jigs

July 25th, 2010

Skeet Reese fishing on Clear Lake in California with a jig, keying on subtle 1 -2 foot variations in the water depths around the docks. Skeet catching quality largemouth bass with a light jig rod, 14lbs flourocarbon and jig. The docks of clear lake provide lots of opportunities for fish to set up and feed, thus making them awesome targets for the fisherman to target.

Lake Fork Magic Shad Swimbait and chatterbait

July 4th, 2010

The Lake Fork Magic Shad is an excellent swimbait that can be rigged weedless with a EWG style hook, with or without a weight. Tossing this thing weighless can be a very subtle presentation that allows this bait to saunter into the strike zone. The Magic Shad is also a fantastiuc chatter bait trailer that really wiggles and vibrates with the bladed baits in a way the fish just love. There are lots of colors and you should be able to match up a chatterbait with the right color and size chatterbait no matter what the forage fish look like in your local pond.

Bed Fish Going For the Camera – Little Creeper Baits

June 22nd, 2010

Check out the attitude in this largemouth bass that is on guarding its bed. It is well known that the spawn is a good time to fish for largemouth as the fish get very aggressive when protecting their young eggs and fry, however this fish is on another level. This fish is the exact opposite of the timid largemouth that is difficult to sneak up on and get to bite off the bed. This male buck bass repeatedly strikes the camera and makes sure it protects its bed area.

Check out the awesome baits by Little Creeper Baits as well if you are not familiar with the Trash Fish bait and the other baits they are making check them out. They are great swimbaits.

Kevin VanDam Flipping Pitching Soft Plastics Video Bass Pro Shops

June 21st, 2010

Kevin Vandam discussing the techniques of flipping and pitching and some of the situations you may encounter when out fishing and how to get some fish in the boat. Fishing shallow flipping and pitching can really pay off, especially when in the dirty heavy cover water.

Quantum  Kevin VanDam Signature Series Rod and Reel Baitcast Combos

Quantum Kevin VanDam Signature Series Rod and Reel Baitcast Combos

Select your weapon! The KVD baitcaster paired with the KVD rod of your choice for a balanced system capable of beating any water. Quantum? Kevin VanDam Signature Series Baitcast Reels: The baitcaster made for the highest-performing bass angler on the planet, in three separate gear ratios to fit every possible fishing situation. Built on a sleek low-profile frame, the KVD has 10 stainless steel bearings including a strong, zero-play Continuous Anti-Reverse roller bearing for eye-crossing hooksets. The exclusive ACS cast control system offers precise adjustability via an external dial, so you can adapt quickly to the most demanding conditions–no need to fiddle with sidecovers and weights. At this level, time is money! Handy Flippin’ Switch for ultimate versatility. Quantum? Kevin VanDam Signature Series Trigger Rods: Nobody gets more out of his gear than KVD, and these rods are Kevin’s own design. Featuring HSX54 high-strain graphite blanks, these rods are incredibly sensitive and responsive. They’re fitted with lightweight aluminum oxide guides, Fuji ECS reel seats, and natural cork handles. Manufacturer’s three-year limited warranty. Action: ML = Medium Light M = Medium MH = Medium Heavy Line recovery in inches per handle turn.


Topwater Smallmouth Bass & Dancing Lures on the Surface

June 20th, 2010

Tossing topwater baits to big small mouth bass. Smallies will be crushing the top water baits up in the shallows, cruising the flats, and out on points pushing bait. Spook walk the dog type lures and poppers and skitter pop lures attract the bigger smallies in the lake to eat.


Rapala Skitter Prop?

Rapala Skitter Prop?

Super Glue Trick on Swim Bait Jig Heads

June 20th, 2010

If your swimbait keeps sliding down off the collar on your swimbait rig with a big hammer type paddle tail lure a little super glue modification can keep it working right on through getting bit.

Texas Rig a Senko Demonstration

June 20th, 2010

Here is a quick demonstration of texas rigging a senko for largemouth bass fishing. This is one of the standard lures and techniques most bass fisherman use at some point in the year to catch fish.

Nemire Spoon Buzzer Lures Catches Big Fish

June 20th, 2010

Huge 10lb Bass Caught on Lake Okeechobee with a Nemire Spoon Buzzer Buzz Bait. These baits have the ability to attract the better quality fish. This is a different combination of lures and provides a different look to the fish then some other forms of topwater presentations.

Nemire Spoon Buzzer Lures


Nemire Spoon Buzzer Lures

Nemire Spoon Buzzer Lures