Garmin STRIKER Vivid 7cv

Locate the fish before you drop bait

If your idea of a great seafood dinner leans more toward fresh-caught than frozen, Garmin's STRIKER Vivid 7cv might be the fishfinder you need to help you with today's catch. It boasts a gorgeous 7" display that's easily readable in sunlight. You can take advantage of its seven new high-contrast color palettes, making it easier than ever to differentiate fish from structures. Built-in GPS lets you mark and return to favorite locations, and CHIRP and CHIRP ClearVü sonar give you a great view of what's under your vessel. This fishfinder also has built-in Wi-Fi, so you can access Garmin's ActiveCaptain app for notifications, info sharing, and more.

Sonar you can count on

The STRIKER Vivid 7cv includes a Garmin GT-20TM transducer that gives you traditional CHIRP sonar, plus Garmin ClearVü scanning sonar. This highly accurate scanning sonar combo gives you a nearly photographic image of what's up to 250 feet below your boat, providing the clarity and detail you need to distinguish fish and structures.

Instead of sending just one frequency, CHIRP sonar sends out a continual sweep of low and high frequencies. The wider range of information means you'll see crisper fish arches and better target separation. And with those seven different scanning sonar color palettes at your disposal, you'll be able to spot the differences more easily than ever. And it'll all look great on the big, glare-resistant 7" WVGA screen.

Say "Ahoy!" to the ActiveCaptain app

When you use the STRIKER's built-in Wi-Fi to connect with the free Garmin ActiveCaptain app, your horizons really expand. Once paired with your phone, you can receive smart notifications on the fishfinder's big screen, access the online Quickdraw Contours Community for sharing maps and waypoints, and get important software update notifications.

Don't lose the fish on return voyages

This feature-packed unit also includes highly sensitive GPS that helps you locate your current position quickly, while Quickdraw Contours mapping software lets you create your own unique HD fishing maps with 1' contours. You can store up to 2 million acres, so if you find a spot where they're biting, you can mark it and come back later. You can also mark important waypoints like docks and ramps, or even brush piles and stumps.

Flash your way to success

The STRIKER Vivid 7cv also sports a built-in flasher, so any time you're fishing from a stationary position, you'll get a good view of the bottom, whether it's solid or muddy. You can track your jig or weighted bait, plus the depth of the fish as they swim into the beam. You can even see whether fish move toward or away from your jig.

Know how fast you're going

If you're trolling, you want to maintain just the right speed. With the STRIKER Vivid 7cv, you can check the speed on the 7" screen. It's also a very handy feature when you're in a wake-controlled area.