Rizzo Posted May 5, 2009 Report Posted May 5, 2009 When I used to do most of my fishing alone, it wasn't a big deal to have a rod laying here and there. Now that I typically take someone with me, pretty much all of our fishing is for musky, and I have a few more rods than I used to, having a messy boat just isn't cutting it. I have a side console boat, 16 feet in length, with a casting platform up front. I was thinking of making rod holders out of pvc pipe and then mounting those on the front of the console, or on the floor just in front of the console. Any thoughts or suggestions to help me clean up my act?
tomO Posted May 5, 2009 Report Posted May 5, 2009 I thought about that too on my boat and then thought maybe on the side of the consol so my view wouldnt be blocked.
bassjnkie Posted May 5, 2009 Report Posted May 5, 2009 I use this and screwed it into the console. Rod holders Hope this helps
drwxr Posted May 5, 2009 Report Posted May 5, 2009 attach the pvc to the milkcrate, like kayak guys do. you can move it around if you add some weight to it (like extra anchor) so it doesn't fall.
Rizzo Posted May 5, 2009 Author Report Posted May 5, 2009 Thanks for the link DanielM. I'm surprised to see how inexpensive the rod holders are from BPS, that's exactly the kind of set-up I was going to make myself...I guess that's why its inexpensive, you can do it yourself!
irishfield Posted May 5, 2009 Report Posted May 5, 2009 Gonna stand them up Roger... just watch for low bridges....
Radnine Posted May 5, 2009 Report Posted May 5, 2009 this looks neat too. I haven't seen an efficient use of space like that since Das Boot! Well done. Jim
Rizzo Posted May 5, 2009 Author Report Posted May 5, 2009 just watch for low bridges shouldn't be a problem for my little tinny...but I can see that you might want to consider that Wayne! Just installed the batteries in the boat tonight and had a look at the set-up, I'm thinking side of the console might be the best spot. If I put them on the front I'll probably feel a little claustrophobic up there
Mike the Pike Posted May 5, 2009 Report Posted May 5, 2009 Yes buy the Berkley ones Rizzo I picked up a pair they were 11.99 each.One set on each side no matter how rough it gets the rods seem to stay in place. Here is a pic right side and no my buddy didn't fall over them.
ohhenrygsr Posted May 5, 2009 Report Posted May 5, 2009 this looks neat too. How did you attach them to your lid?
drwxr Posted May 5, 2009 Report Posted May 5, 2009 How did you attach them to your lid? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rbg4dFGkFlk
tinbanger Posted May 5, 2009 Report Posted May 5, 2009 (edited) Yes buy the Berkley ones Rizzo I picked up a pair they were 11.99 each.One set on each side no matter how rough it gets the rods seem to stay in place. Here is a pic right side and no my buddy didn't fall over them. made my own couple years back ( left over pvc and s/s bolts) but think I may change em out for the store bought ones. Mike what type of rod holders do you use and how do they mount ? My downeasters won't fit on the rail and can only be used on the transome. tb Edited May 5, 2009 by tinbanger
Raf Posted May 5, 2009 Report Posted May 5, 2009 i'd recommend NOT standing them up vertically. they'll get in the way. the pic efka posted is neat but wont work with 8'+ muskie rods when we fish muskie, there can be about 10-12, maybe even more rods on board. one guy has his laid out with the butts on the trolling motor platform, reels hanging over the casting deck and the tips pointing out past the windshield. they aren't going anywhere unless it's really rough. then just pull them off the trolling motor platform. the other guy has his on top of the rod lockers tips hanging off the transom. seems to work well enough for us and sometime we're like a tackle shop on water.
bassjnkie Posted May 5, 2009 Report Posted May 5, 2009 Thanks for the link DanielM. I'm surprised to see how inexpensive the rod holders are from BPS, that's exactly the kind of set-up I was going to make myself...I guess that's why its inexpensive, you can do it yourself! The ones from BPS are more stable then a single PVA tube. The PVA tends to wobble, the BPS model are really solid, because of the bracket holding it. Irishfield is right watch the bridges. I never had a problem with the rods in any way, I have 6 rods strait up, from 7"- 7'6".
Dara Posted May 5, 2009 Report Posted May 5, 2009 Do you leave the hooks dangling from the rods when you have em standing up flopping around like that?
tjsa Posted May 5, 2009 Report Posted May 5, 2009 Simple solution, don't own so may rods. Ummmhnhh.....................head shake......................................what was I thinking??
BillM Posted May 5, 2009 Report Posted May 5, 2009 Do you leave the hooks dangling from the rods when you have em standing up flopping around like that? lol, I guess you've never been in a boat that uses vertical rod holders? That's all we use in my oldmans Legend and we've never had an issue with 'flopping rods' or 'dangling hooks' Hell, my 8' Compre muskie setup doesn't even get in the way. Being aware of your surroundings doesn't take to much effort.
irishfield Posted May 5, 2009 Report Posted May 5, 2009 You get a big enough muskie on with some spunk... and you'll be wishin you'd listened to Raf's advise.... when you've run half way around the boat and run into your vertical rod "stack".
SylvanOwner Posted May 5, 2009 Report Posted May 5, 2009 From EFKA's picture, does anyone know where I can get the cargo-mesh that is shown up towards the bow? I've tried Crappy Tire, Wally-MArt, Princess Auto and can only find much larger ones (like tailgate sized ones). Also, what are the black "clips" that are shown attached to the gunwales? There are 2 port side and 1 starboard (presumably another out of range of the picture). Thanks in advance. Dan
irishfield Posted May 5, 2009 Report Posted May 5, 2009 The "clips" are sliders installed into the Lund Sport Trac slot. You can mount rod holders.. gps mount.. cup holder.. tools what ever to them and slide them where ever you want them.
Raf Posted May 5, 2009 Report Posted May 5, 2009 unless you've a big boat, they'll get in the way casting too, wayne. bad idea all around if you ask me.
ecmilley Posted May 5, 2009 Report Posted May 5, 2009 (edited) on my 18 ft ranger I installed the rod buckle system, the rods sit on the deck and there really stable in motion no issues really 7ft2" drop shot rod fits good and i can still manouver around the deck no problems, but i don't normally bring more than 8 rods with me Edited May 5, 2009 by ecmilley
drwxr Posted May 5, 2009 Report Posted May 5, 2009 From EFKA's picture, does anyone know where I can get the cargo-mesh that is shown up towards the bow? I've tried Crappy Tire, Wally-MArt, Princess Auto and can only find much larger ones (like tailgate sized ones). its called cargo storage net, i found the elastic ones in one dollar store, but they have bigger holes in the mesh, still good in the trunk.
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