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Best Ice rod/reel holder?

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I bought a cheep (10.00) rod holder this past winter for me ice fishing rod/reel combos and the zipper broke immediately. I don't like cheap stuff. What do you guys use for transporting your delicate rods / reels out to the ice?

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fisherdog19 Proficient

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I have one as well, and love it. One modification I have made to ensure that none of my rods will break was buying 4 Nature Vision rod sabre's. I lengthened the slot in them by cutting with a scissor so that the line doesn't rub on the plastic when you place the rod/reel in it. I also attached some vinyl coated wire to them and wrap it around the reel seat so that the rod doesn't slide around in the tube. 4 of them fit perfect in the revolution as they are tapered, and come to a point at the end.

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ReadyRig IcePack backpack. I can load 9 rods with reels along with 2 tip ups and some tackle in this awesome bag. I put 3 PVC tubes in each slot so it would be almost impossible to break a rod. I also added three golf tubes to each PVC to protect the lines from tangling. You can also put in on your back so you dont have to carry it. I believe you can put rods up to 35 inches in it. I have been very happy with this rod bag.

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I did check out the stone legacy HSOforum and see the revolution. Holds up to 8 rod/reel set ups plus some other gear. I see they have other variations on the theme also.

I really appreciate it. Will pursue.

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i found a hard sided arrow case at sportmans warehouse that works well. i can fit four combos in it pretty well just have to loosen the handles so itll close all the way. then you dont have to worry about the zippers anymore.

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I use two depending on how many rods I am running. The revolution is great for up to 4 rods but when ever I try putting more than that in it then I end up breaking something. So when I use more than 4 rods I uses the Ready Rig pack. I have carried 9 rods in it without any problems but it is a large pack some times I am trying to save space that is where the revolution shines for me.

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Appreciate all the replies. Some suggestions keep popping up. I am going to hold off until October or Nov in case something goes on sale or a new product arises but am going to get the Revolution at this point.

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I put six rods in my Otter "Rod Box". IT is a hard side rod box with foam, long hinge on the back side, and two lever snaps on the front. I just toss it into my Otter Sled and never worry about a rod getting broke. When you beat across Lake of the Woods with a snowmobile and everything gets pounded on, this is one thing I don't worry about. Bruce Mosher

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