How to Choose a Fishfinder/Chartplotter Combo for Your Boat
Why a Combo Unit Makes Sense A decade ago, fishfinders and chartplotters were separate devices. Today, combo units — a single screen that handles both sonar and GPS navigation —...
Egret's Log
Welcome to Egret’s Log — the official journal from the team at Egret Marine.
This is where we share practical insights, hands-on reviews, and real-world advice on marine electronics and boat accessories. From choosing the right fishfinder and radar system to installing Attwood gear and maintaining your boat, every post is written to help you make smarter decisions on the water.
Whether you’re a weekend angler, serious offshore boater, or just looking to upgrade your electronics, consider this your trusted logbook for everything that keeps you safe, informed, and equipped. New entries added regularly — pull up a seat and stay a while.
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How to Choose a Marine Autopilot: Tiller, Wheel, and Hydraulic Systems Explained
What a Marine Autopilot Actually Does A marine autopilot steers your boat to a set compass heading — or, when connected to a GPS chartplotter via NMEA, follows a programmed...
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Compass Deviation vs. Variation: What's the Difference and Why It Matters
Why Compass Accuracy Matters More Than You Think In the age of GPS chartplotters, it's tempting to treat the magnetic compass as a backup curiosity. But experienced mariners know better:...
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How to Choose a Marine GPS Antenna: External vs. Internal and NMEA Compatibility
Why GPS Antenna Choice Matters Your chartplotter or fishfinder combo is only as accurate and reliable as the GPS signal feeding it. Most modern multifunction displays (MFDs) include an internal...
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How to Set Up an NMEA 2000 Network on Your Boat
What Is NMEA 2000 and Why Does It Matter? NMEA 2000 (N2K) is the modern standard for marine electronics networking. It's a plug-and-play communication bus that lets all your compatible...
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How to Install a Depth Sounder Transducer: Thru-Hull vs. Transom Mount
Transducer Installation: Why It Matters Your fishfinder or depth sounder is only as good as the transducer feeding it. A poorly placed or incorrectly installed transducer produces noisy, inaccurate, or...
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How to Install a Marine Compass: Flush Mount vs. Bulkhead Mount
Why a Magnetic Compass Still Matters GPS chartplotters are indispensable, but a magnetic compass is your fail-safe when electronics go dark — dead battery, blown fuse, or water intrusion. Every...
