Thanks for the replies. Pretty much same thoughts I had but wanted to make sure I hadnt missed something. I tend to do mostly bass & side with fishinfreak as I too am a aggressive fisherman, slaloming in and out of stickups, getting lures unhung from shore, etc and need quick responsive sterring and ability to 180 in an instant. Also found the electronic a little loud on quiet nights.

Also agree if you are a crappie, striper, or even below dams fisherman the electronic with all the gadgets would be nice