Duff's New Rod Holders

[Duffman]

As I said in the previous thread, I mainly got these to keep my hound from stepping on my rods in the boat.

My boat tops out at 30mph, so I don't know if it would work for most bass stripper glitter boats.

And I really didn't encounter any rough waves with them on, so I will keep an eye on them in rough weather until I am comfortable leaving rods there.

 

After this past weekends first use, I really like them.

Allows me easier access to my rod locker because I do not have to store the rods on the locker lid anymore.

I was kinda leery about the fact that you are putting the rods on the holder while it is extended over the water, but I don't think that will be an issue......as long as the barely pops are consumed in moderation.

 

Driftmaster also makes a model where the stem is in the middle of the holder instead of on one end.

Seeing that I already had 6 Driftmaster mounts already on my gunnels, I didn't have to do anything to install them, quick twist in and good to go. 

 

[Double]

Duffman, that's an awesome looking rig & a sweet setup for your rods.  I'm definitely hooking those up!  I will need to do the complete install.  Any idea how difficult that may be? Keep in mind nobody can turn a one-hour project into an all-day fiasco like I can. 

 

Thanks for re-posting. 

[Duffman]

It comes with these mounts.  I have the low profile mounts that I originally put on for the rod holders. Those came with two holes and screws, I added a couple holes and pop riveted them in. Mainly because I wanted more support for dipsey diving for salmon on Lake Michigan.

 

I ended up installing some Scotty rod holders for trolling salmon and other fish. But the Driftmasters still get used for bobber fishing and such.

I thought the rod rack was a little on the spendy side........but it's cheaper than a new rod. Good luck.

[Double]

Excellent- nice work!  Thanks for the info & extra pics.  Very helpful, & much appreciated.