How To Use Humminbird XPlore Fish Finder (Full Review + Latest Update And Features)

Humminbird Xplore electronics are amazing! These units are packed with new features, come with a free map card, and operate at lightning quick speeds. After the latest update, the Humminbird Xplore is the best value for most bass anglers today when considering new electronics for their boat.

The newest update to Humminbird Xplore is so impactful that it deserves its own video. It brings high end features, including the ability to screen record, to the every day angler. You no longer need the highest end units and aftermarket devices to record footage like us. This is a huge advantage for the modern angler. From incredible refresh speeds, to touch screens, and a plethora of features, the Xplores are Humminbird's best product release in years!

Below you'll find links to the different electronics we use on our boats. We've also included links to the different map card options to help you get the most from your depth finder. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

TACTICALBASSIN MERCH...

•TacticalBassin Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

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

HUMMINBIRD XPLORE UNITS...

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

•Humminbird Xplore 10: https://bit.ly/3Qi4R2f

•Humminbird Xplore 12: https://bit.ly/4hmChFf

HUMMINBIRD APEX UNITS...

•Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3PZbTcD

•Humminbird Apex 16: https://bit.ly/3RyZJYx

•Humminbird Apex 19: https://bit.ly/4a2ZsTS

LAKEMASTER MAP CARDS...

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

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

BATTERIES ON OUR BOATS...

•Pro–Guide Lithium 36V 75AH Battery: https://bit.ly/3RYJeF4

•Pro–Guide Dual Purpose 12V 235AH Battery: https://bit.ly/3SeYvSg

•Pro–Guide Lithium Charger (36V + 12V): https://bit.ly/4sg7wae

ELECTRONICS WE RUN ON OUR BOATS...

•Minn Kota Ultrex Quest Mega DI/SI Trolling Motor: https://bit.ly/41RErpY

•Humminbird Mega Live Target Lock Adapter: https://bit.ly/4u9aaiM

•Humminbird Mega Live 2: https://bit.ly/4eiu6es

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

•Minn Kota 10' Raptors: https://bit.ly/3iMUrEJ

WANT TACTICALBASSIN GEAR??

•TacticalBassin Apparel and Merch: https://bit.ly/3ZxEI0z

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

If you plan to shop, using these affiliate links before shopping at Tackle Warehouse is the single greatest way to support us! You won't be able to see a difference but they'll know you're one of us!

Interpreting Mapping And Modern Marine Electronics ( To Catch More Fish )

Understanding mapping is a critical part of fishing and boating! Whether you're sitting on the couch looking for your next spot to fish, or on the boat navigating a new waterway, an understanding of mapping makes you more effective. Today we're covering some of the biggest tricks we use to navigate waters, find fish, and build patterns, very quickly.

Whether you're a novice or an expert, there is always more to know. So today we're covering everything from the basics of what a hump, point, and creek channel look like, to how we replicate a pattern across a new fishery. We're also covering some of the best tricks that use Google Maps and Google Earth to find secret spots on reservoirs.

Below you'll find links to the paper maps, mapping software, and electronics that we use on our own boats and equipment. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

OUR ELECTRONICS...

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

•Humminbird Solix 15 Fish Finder: https://bit.ly/2Hazsej

MAPPING FOR MODERN ELECTRONICS...

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

(This is the Card Used In The Video)

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

•Garmin Navionics Vision+ Lake Maps: https://bit.ly/3PzMRxI

•Garmin Navionics Platinum+ Lake Maps: https://bit.ly/3LPfCn0

PAPER MAPS...

•Fishing Hot Spots Topographic Maps: https://bit.ly/2FgBWHi

•Fish N Maps Topographic Maps: https://bit.ly/2QXY5gt

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

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

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