"upon further review" there should be a few things I should make mention of. My map case is of the smaller variety measuring some 15"x15". Stiffer than most larger cases. Also my pro pack snugs right up against my forward thwart so the case has a nice place for a bit of support behind it.

I am of mixed feelings about the mounting of the GPS and depth finder. I have never had a GPS with me and my depth finder was of the portable variety and it sat at the bottom of the boat. I want to ditch the housing and mount it more or less permanently.

For viewing reasons I would prefer to have it mounted at or above the thwart but you have a valid point about having it recessed below the gunnels to avoid any hangups with limbs. The nice thing about the RAM mount is that it is quickly infinitely and securely adjustable. The thought of an additional RAM mount could be a solution but it pops another 3/4 lb on. :'(  Maybe I should stop being a woos about it and slap it on there.

I'm sure the old time trippers are laughing right now as I'm worried about putting a few extra pounds on a 35lb boat when they regularly portage a 70lb boat.  ::)