The Best LiveScope Pole on the Market? First Mate XT Review

In this video, I take an in-depth look at the First Mate XT motorized LiveScope pole and put it to the test on the water. After spending years using traditional manual transducer poles, I wanted to see if a wireless motorized system could actually improve my fishing experience and help me stay on fish more efficiently. We'll cover the features of the First Mate XT, how the wireless remote works, installation, build quality, and most importantly—whether it actually makes tracking fish easier with forward-facing sonar. I also discuss the pros and cons, who I think this system is best suited for, and whether the upgrade is worth the investment compared to a traditional manual pole setup. If you're a LiveScope, ActiveTarget, or MEGA Live angler looking to get the most out of your forward-facing sonar, this review will help you decide if the First Mate XT is the right choice for your boat. Have questions about the First Mate XT? Drop them in the comments below and I'll do my best to answer them. 🎣 Thanks for watching and don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and turn on notifications for more fishing content, gear reviews, and Wisconsin fishing adventures! First Mate Fishing: https://firstmatefishing.com/ Insta - @rnr__outdoors TikTok - @rnr__outdoors Merch - rnroutdoorsshop.com #LiveScope #FirstMateXT #ForwardFacingSonar #GarminLiveScope #FishingGearReview #WalleyeFishing #BassFishing #CrappieFishing #FishingTechnology #ForwardFacingSonarFishing