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Otter Sled Utility Box

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Just wondering if anyone uses this for rod storage in their Otter? I just got a Cabin and am looking for something for rod storage. How strong is the lip of the box? Will it break if I hit it when I'm loading my auger up? Thanks

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I have one and it is so handy but I don't use if for rod storage. I alway have my big dipper and measuring board in it along with pliars and other misc. tools. When I am fishing I alway has my tackle trays that I lay in there. I would work for rod storage though plenty big enough. The problem for me would be the lack of protection they would be able to provide. With my rods that I own that is really important. I would stick with a case like a revolution or some thing like that before using one of these.

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I have the Rod/Utility box bolted to the inside of my Otter Den sled. I keep all the rods I need for the trip in the box. I just load up with the rods I want to take on a trip and stick the sled in the truck. The box keeps them in good shape. I have it bolted to the back of the sled so that the tent material protects the top of the box during transport.

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I've had 2 utility boxes in 2 Otters I've owned. No problems whatsoever. It will hold rods just fine and misc gear. I've stored a lot of stuff inside the box and it's been banged around quite a bit. I bolted the box on the back side of the sled (behind the bench seat) and placed it to help snug the 20lb propane tank in a back corner of the sled. You will not be disappointed in the utility box.

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