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I wouldn’t say too small at all. I have the 5 and don’t have any issues on the ice.I also use it on my kayak and only issue with size is when trying to use split view as mentioned.
Thanks for the feedback on this guys. The one limitation to the 7 is the battery no doubt. Not sure if I can get a solid 12+ hours out of it for an entire season. Also, I need to do more research on whether or not I can get the sprit screen with flasher and 2D on one screen - I think I'd like that view. I have a four wheeler so space is of less concern, however I'm not sure I want to be lugging the larger unit around when I'm popping from hole to hole.
Now I just need to find it in stock somewhere...must be popular since I can't find in anywhere.
Which one did you decide on?
Just ordered mine from Glen’s Army Navy in Minnesota. You are right...they are rarer than hen’s teeth. 🐔
Thanks for the heads up on Glen's Army Navy. Just ordered their last Helix 5. Free shipping to Montana and good customer service to boot. I appreciate it, Mountain Maggot.
I've got the helix 7 and first time out battery only lasted 6 hrs. I turn down to 5 or 6 and amazing the difference in battery life. I still always carry a spare but have not needed it yet. When you shut off unit and turn back on , backlight goes back to 10 but its simple to turn down
I run a helix 5 g2 with a 9ah battery that is on its second season. If I turn down the light to 5, and run black background, I fish 7-9 hours and the battery voltage with the helix on and running has 12.4-12.5 volts at the end of the day. So you should get the run time that you are looking for no problem with the helix 5.