How to SPOT Fish & Structure FAST Using Side Scan
- By: Tony Acevedo
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Hey, anglers—Tony here!
Want to unlock the full power of your side scan sonar?
This tool can reveal fish you never knew were there—if you know how to use it right.
Here are three quick hints:
- Focus on one side to uncover details you might be missing.
- Tweak your range to see what really matters.
- Use the perfect color palette to make fish and structure pop.
Want to see exactly how these tips work? Be sure to check out the full video!
Tight lines,
Tony
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STOP WASTING TIME ON THE WATER!
Do what the “SMART ANGLERS” are doing and join the Insider Club.
Here’s what you’ll receive today when you join:
- Weekly fishing reports and TRENDS revealing exactly where you should fish every trip
- Weekly “spot dissection” videos that walk you through all the best spots in your area
- Exclusive fishing tips from the PROS you can’t find anywhere else
- Everything you need to start catching fish more consistently (regardless if you fish out of a boat, kayak, or land).
Good reminder about the shadows cast by the beam.
For sure!
Great tutorial. Can’t wait to try it out on my Garmin!
Thank you for the great feedback James!
thanks.just installed simrad 9″ trying to learn how to use it
You’re welcome Donald! get familiar with the quick settings, like changing the zoom, color, etc. I really don’t mess with any of the advanced settings. Just let everything default and it works just fine.
Great info Tony thanks .
You’re welcome Stan!
Thanks Tony. Nice look and review of side view. I use my Garmin frequently just for a little more understanding of whats actually down there.
You’re welcome Dan!
Thanks Tony!
You’re welcome James!
Thank you so very much I really needed that lesson,it was good and made so much sense
Glad it was helpful Mike!
Great tips Tony !
Thanks Ron!
Thank You….Great video.
You’re welcome Bill!
Excellent information. I’ve always struggled a bit with my side scan. Great job.
Thanks Michael!