Humminbird Mega Live 2 ( On The Water Real World Test and Sonar Settings )

Let's head out on the water for a first look at Humminbird's NEW Mega Live 2 Forward Facing Sonar transducer! We've just installed this unit and are checking it out before we even finish dialing it in! Our first priority is to see its bait tracking abilities, how it does with target separation, and to get a look at all the new color palettes we've been hearing about! Take a look and let us know what you think in the comments!

Our first impression is, it's a HUGE improvement over the original Mega Live! This new Mega Live 2 is superior in every way, with incredible clarity and drastically improved bait tracking! It's hard to choose a favorite color palette but if we had to choose two to get started, it would be Alabama Amber and Doppler. Also, pay close attention to Tim's sonar settings if you're looking for a starting place as you dial in your new Live 2.

We'll let you make your own judgement based on the footage, but from what we can see, Humminbird has a WINNER with this new Live 2! Whether you use FFS technology to locate structures and speed up your search for fish, or you're isolating single fish and targeting them with a Strolling bait, this new transducer has the ability to help you fish more effectively.

Below you'll find links to all the gear Tim used in today's video. From the Live 2 Transducer, to the Target Lock, to the electronics he uses to get these images. We've also included some great budget friendly units as well. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

MEGA LIVE 2...

•Humminbird Mega Live 2 Transducer: https://bit.ly/40FHMJR

TARGET LOCK TURRET...

•Humminbird Mega Live TargetLock Adapter Kit: https://bit.ly/3DWobfm

TIM'S HUMMINBIRD UNITS...

•Humminbird Apex 16 Fishfinder: https://bit.ly/3QBaOli

•Humminbird Apex 13 Fishfinder: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q

THE LATEST BUDGET FRIENDLY UNITS...

•Humminbird Xplore 12 Fishfinder: https://bit.ly/4jjdcwJ

•Humminbird Xplore 10 Fishfinder: https://bit.ly/4hmChFf

•Humminbird Xplore  9 Fishfinder: https://bit.ly/4hl9tgy

TIM’S TROLLING MOTOR...

*MinnKota Ultrex Quest 115 lbs: https://bit.ly/41RErpY

Shaft Length: 52"

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•TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

How To Find Offshore Bass In Summer! + Shore Fishing Tips!

Here's how we find bass in Summer! Whether you're a bank fisherman with no electronics, a shallow water fisherman with minimal equipment, or an offshore angler with all the latest bells and whistles, these are the tricks we use to find fish! If you've wondered how guys "fish offshore" in the Summer, this is it!

Fishing away from the bank is all about understanding your electronics. Whether you have a basic 2D sonar unit or an advanced unit with side imaging, 360, live, etc... you can find and catch these fish. The more options you have, the less time required to find fish, but you can do this with the smallest screens and basic 2D sonar if you're patient. 

Below you'll find links to the exact equipment Tim is using in the video. We've also included links to a handful of his favorite offshore lures. Keep an eye out for an in–depth video on the baits and gear we use for this style of fishing soon! All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

MAPPING APPS...

•Fish Smart App (Now Called "One Boat Network" App): https://bit.ly/43iGTVu

RELATED ELECTRONICS VIDEOS...

•What Does This Mean??? Bass Boat Electronics: https://youtu.be/Ds9HL-S6rnk

•Sonar Basics: How To Find Fish: https://youtu.be/HJkfHsRy31o

•How To Interpret Side Imaging Sonar: https://youtu.be/_TO8_j8wYFo

•Bass Boat Electronics Explained: https://youtu.be/vIvawJfXi3A

•Fish Finder Explained For Beginners: https://youtu.be/5gmSfDPL9uQ

TIM’S PRIMARY ELECTRONICS…

Console– Humminbird Apex 13 MSI + Chartplotter:  https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q

Bow– Humminbird Solix 15 MSI + G3: https://bit.ly/2Hazsej

Bow– Humminbird Apex 16 MSI+ Chartplotter: https://bit.ly/3QBaOli

LIVE, 360, AND MOTOR...

•Minn Kota Ultrex I Pilot Link 112: https://bit.ly/2vFQypW

•Humminbird 360 MEGA Imaging: https://bit.ly/3oUt7oO

•Humminbird Mega Live TargetLock With Transducer: https://bit.ly/3uWwTmE

MAPPING…

•Lakemaster VX Premium Digital Charts: https://bit.ly/3z2RFmK

Region: Select Your Local Region

•Navionics Platinum Plus Maps: https://bit.ly/3LPfCn0

Region: Select Your Local Region

MID–PRICED UNITS BY BRAND…

•Humminbird Helix 9 CHIRP G4: https://bit.ly/35OP5Sm

•Lowrance Elite FS 9: https://bit.ly/3sxIvtm

•Garmin GPS Map UHD 943xsv: https://bit.ly/3qNGfPf

BUDGET UNITS BY BRAND… 

•Humminbird Helix 5 CHIRP G3: https://bit.ly/3BxU7mQ

•Lowrance Hook Reveal 5: https://bit.ly/3BQdG7q

•Garmin Striker Vivid 5CV: https://bit.ly/2KmQurV

FAVORITE OFFSHORE BAITS...

•Nichols Lake Fork Flutter Spoon: https://bit.ly/2ICAGKL

Colors: Shattered Glass, Purple Threadfin

•Bucca 5" Burrito Swimbait: https://bit.ly/3p5SkiW

Color: Tactical Shad, Who Dat

•Big Daddy Baits Hair Jig: https://bit.ly/36shCx0

Color: Pure White, Sexy Shimmer

•Netbait T Mac Worm: https://bit.ly/2jndwj9

Color: JuneBug

•Netbait C Mac Worm: https://bit.ly/43AETJ9

Color: Junebug, Plum

•Rapala DT16 Crankbait: https://bit.ly/42ITxNr

Colors: Green Gizzard Shad, Citrus Shad

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! It's all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here...

TacticalBassin Apparel and Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

What Does This Mean??? Bass Boat Electronics and Mapping Explained!

Boat electronics are incredible! The advancements in mapping and sonar give anglers incredible advantages, but only if they know how to interpret them. Today we're taking a look at what different structures look like on the map, then we're going to those places in person to see what they look like with the Humminbird Apex units.

Bass fishing has its own lingo and it can get overwhelming. Humps, ledges, spawning bays, pockets, flats, the list goes on forever. We've all received advice from a well meaning angler at the dock or the local tackle shop but secretly had no idea what they were talking about. The good news is, its not hard to learn and we're about to show you everything you need to know to navigate the lake, find key structures, and locate fish. 

Below you'll find links to the best mapping you can buy. We've also included links to all the electronics and equipment we use on our boats, as well as some great budget friendly options to help you start locating bass on your next fishing trip. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

RELATED ELECTRONICS VIDEOS...

•Sonar Basics: How To Find Fish: https://youtu.be/HJkfHsRy31o

•How To Interpret Side Imaging Sonar: https://youtu.be/_TO8_j8wYFo

•Bass Boat Electronics Explained: https://youtu.be/vIvawJfXi3A

•Fish Finder Explained For Beginners: https://youtu.be/5gmSfDPL9uQ

TIM’S PRIMARY ELECTRONICS… 

Console– Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q

Bow– Humminbird Solix 15: https://bit.ly/2Hazsej

Bow– Humminbird Apex 16: https://bit.ly/3QBaOli

MAPPING… 

•Lakemaster VX Premium Digital Charts: https://bit.ly/3z2RFmK

Region: Select Your Local Region

•Navionics Platinum Plus Maps: https://bit.ly/3LPfCn0

Region: Select Your Local Region

MID–PRICED UNITS BY BRAND… 

•Humminbird Helix 9 CHIRP G4: https://bit.ly/35OP5Sm

•Lowrance Elite FS 9: https://bit.ly/3sxIvtm

•Garmin GPS Map UHD 943xsv: https://bit.ly/3qNGfPf

BUDGET UNITS BY BRAND… 

•Humminbird Helix 5 CHIRP G3: https://bit.ly/3BxU7mQ

•Lowrance Hook Reveal 5: https://bit.ly/3BQdG7q

•Garmin Striker Vivid 5CV: https://bit.ly/2KmQurV

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Apparel and Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Bass Boat Electronics Explained! How To Use Electronics and What Fish Look Like!

Do you know how your electronics work?! We all buy them but very few boaters or anglers actually know how to use them to their full potential! Today Tim is answering the biggest questions while driving around in real time and explaining various underwater features.

How far away are objects you're seeing on side imaging? Why does down imaging and 2D sonar look so different? What do fish and baitfish look like on 2D, down, and side imaging? Today we're answering all your burning questions!

Below you’ll find links to the units Tim is using, his mapping program, along with some great units from all the major brands at different price ranges. We choose Humminbird for all our boating electronics but no matter what brand you use, we’ll help you identify a quality unit to fit your budget. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

PREVIOUS VIDEO...

•Fish Finder Explained For Beginners: https://youtu.be/5gmSfDPL9uQ

TIM’S PRIMARY ELECTRONICS… 

Console– Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q

Bow– Humminbird Solix 15: https://bit.ly/2Hazsej

Bow– Humminbird Apex 16: https://bit.ly/3QBaOli

MAPPING… 

•Lakemaster VX Digital Charts: https://bit.ly/3VOJ68y

Region: Select Your Local Region

•Lakemaster VX Premium Digital Charts: https://bit.ly/3z2RFmK

Region: Select Your Local Region

MID–PRICED UNITS BY BRAND… 

•Humminbird Helix 9 CHIRP G4: https://bit.ly/35OP5Sm

•Lowrance Elite FS 9: https://bit.ly/3sxIvtm

•Garmin GPS Map UHD 943xsv: https://bit.ly/3qNGfPf

BUDGET UNITS BY BRAND… 

•Humminbird Helix 5 CHIRP G3: https://bit.ly/3BxU7mQ

•Lowrance Hook Reveal 5: https://bit.ly/3BQdG7q

•Garmin Striker Vivid 5CV: https://bit.ly/2KmQurV

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Apparel and Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz