WM pulled the rug out on my GPS plans

[Lt.Mike]

Over the last couple weeks I went through a lot of write ups, videos, and went to the store to try out the units.
I settled on the Lowrance Elite 9ti2 with coastal maps figuring it’d be the best bet for the inshore fishing I do.
It was very user friendly too.
It was $969 so I figured I’d wait for the big Black Friday sale. I get the flier today and it’s not listed, I go to the west marine site and it looks like they’ve dropped that model???
What the heck, it was there just last week now you can’t find the Elite 7 or 9???
Is it old tech already?
The bright side is that the Simrad GO9 xse is on sale, $300 off. It’s about the same unit. I’ll have to go back and reintroduce myself to that unit now.

 

[Blaugrana]

If it’s any consolation, I liked the GO9 better since it’s radar capable. Basically same UI, but a more modern look without the buttons.

If your heart is set on the Elite 9 TI2 check out bass pro shops/ Cabela’s Black Friday...Also a deal on the 12in

9in for 599.97
12in for 999.97

If you want, maybe purchase now and get the price adjusted once the sale is going on. Or they might honor now.

 

[Blaugrana]

page 5 snd 29, includes active imaging

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[seasick]

I seem to remember posts about issues with the Elite line. Many said they had to send unit back to manufacturer and sometimes more than oncer. I don't remember the details but I do remember saying to myself :stay clear of that model"

 

[Fishtales]

X2. Heard the same intel.

 

[Pighunter]

Over the last couple weeks I went through a lot of write ups, videos, and went to the store to try out the units.
I settled on the Lowrance Elite 9ti2 with coastal maps figuring it’d be the best bet for the inshore fishing I do.
It was very user friendly too.
It was $969 so I figured I’d wait for the big Black Friday sale. I get the flier today and it’s not listed, I go to the west marine site and it looks like they’ve dropped that model???
What the heck, it was there just last week now you can’t find the Elite 7 or 9???
Is it old tech already?
The bright side is that the Simrad GO9 xse is on sale, $300 off. It’s about the same unit. I’ll have to go back and reintroduce myself to that unit now.

Is this it?

Lowrance Elite-9 Ti2 Fish Finder/Chartplotter | Cabela's

Buy the Lowrance Elite-9 Ti2 Fishfinder/Chartplotter with US/Canada Navionics+ and Active Imaging 3-in-1 and more quality Fishing, Hunting and Outdoor gear at Bass Pro Shops.

www.cabelas.com

 

[Blaugrana]

Odd, so they no longer have it on their website but my local WM has it on display

 

[Pighunter]

Odd, so they no longer have it on their website but my local WM has it on display

I found it available on three different sites.

 

[Lt.Mike]

Is this it?

Lowrance Elite-9 Ti2 Fish Finder/Chartplotter | Cabela's

Buy the Lowrance Elite-9 Ti2 Fishfinder/Chartplotter with US/Canada Navionics+ and Active Imaging 3-in-1 and more quality Fishing, Hunting and Outdoor gear at Bass Pro Shops.

www.cabelas.com

That’s it and now Cabelas has it on clearance too.
Can’t help but ask why?
Boy that sure threw a wrench in the works.
I have an old Faruno that’s seriously outdated. I know these things are constantly being replaced with newer better units but it’d be nice to get something that isn’t outdated before it leaves the store.

 

[Blaugrana]

On clearance but will be cheaper on Black Friday...

It’s probably just getting replaced by a newer model, similar to the GO9 (GO7 was already replaced and not on sale)

It’s really your price point. I could have gotten the GO7 for 50 less than the GO9 but thought the GO9 was the better value.The GO7 was replaced as the prior version didn’t have radar capabilities. I assume something similar with the Elite.

 

[Lt.Mike]

My use won’t include any need for radar. I’m looking for ease of use and a really nice sidescan.

 

[Blaugrana]

Ok - I didn’t think there was any difference between the UI on the GOs vs Elites. If you liked the Elite, you’ll probably like the GO series

 

[seasick]

My reference to Elite issues referred to the earlier Ti model and not as far as I know, the newer Ti2 model, Although they two models are very similar, there are differences that may or may not be important to you.
Here is a link to a comparison of both models

What is the difference between Lowrance Elite Ti and Elite Ti2?

Here we go again. The old model (Elite Ti) is on sale, and Facebook and forums light up with questions on what sets the old and the new (El...

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From what I have read, the T model has a slower processor and can have issues with slowness at times. The Ti2 as a faster processor that helps response and also allows some additional features.

 

[Lt.Mike]

My reference to Elite issues referred to the earlier Ti model and not as far as I know, the newer Ti2 model, Although they two models are very similar, there are differences that may or may not be important to you.
Here is a link to a comparison of both models

What is the difference between Lowrance Elite Ti and Elite Ti2?

Here we go again. The old model (Elite Ti) is on sale, and Facebook and forums light up with questions on what sets the old and the new (El...

teamcolibri.blogspot.com

From what I have read, the T model has a slower processor and can have issues with slowness at times. The Ti2 as a faster processor that helps response and also allows some additional features.

I was sold on the ti2 and would be all over it if it went on sale if it wasn’t being abandoned by distributors. I tend to over think stuff like this that is a big deal for me to buy. Once I make a choice I’d like to hold that confidence at least to the day I buy it.

 

[Lt.Mike]

Ok, checking the WM site again today suddenly the Lowrance 9 & 7 are back Up and available.
Thinking of going to take another look tomorrow.

 

[Blaugrana]

Haha....so odd. See if you can price match with cabelas (or buy directly from them).

Before you get too excited, stop in and see if they have any inventory in their store or the warehouse.

Which WM are you going to? It’s on display in Woodbridge....

 

[Lt.Mike]

Haha....so odd. See if you can price match with cabelas (or buy directly from them).

Before you get too excited, stop in and see if they have any inventory in their store or the warehouse.

Which WM are you going to? It’s on display in Woodbridge....

It was on display at the Brick store, but it’s been a few weeks.
Does WM price match?
The listing on Cabela’s says it’s out of stock. Going to ride out tomorrow if the weather cooperates.

 

[Blaugrana]

Yes, they do. Policy seems to be a little inconsistent store to store.

Just saw that Bass Pro/ Cabelas have none available. Think folks are buying it and then getting them to price adjust next week.

 

[Fishtales]

It's out there if you want it. Carpe diem.

 

[Lt.Mike]

Yes, they do. Policy seems to be a little inconsistent store to store.

Just saw that Bass Pro/ Cabelas have none available. Think folks are buying it and then getting them to price adjust next week.

I went to WM today. Latched onto a fellow that volunteered his help and I probably overwhelmed him with questions but to his credit he had answers for all of them.
How about that, a salesman that actually learns and knows about what they sell !
They didn’t have the elite 9 in stock but I can order it on line to deliver to the store ($969).
When it arrives I go and show them the Cabelas price and they’ll adjust it to that ($869).
The Simrad go9 will be on sale on the 20th for $899, $300 off.
He also gave me the option of buying the store display elite 9 for $750. Rather buy something that hasn’t had so many hands on it.