Rod Holder Musings

It is a standing joke that sometimes ‘Rodney Holder’ (the rod holder) is the best fisher on the boat, as rods left unattended in rod holders sometimes catch the most fish. They are certainly important fishing accessories, particularly when correctly positioned and aligned. 

There are three main choices of construction materials: plastic, aluminium or stainless steel/chromed brass. Plastic is okay for use in small boats with relatively lightweight fishing tackle, but heavier game rigs, when repeatedly dropped into plastic through-gunwale holders, generate enough force to punch out the bottom of a plastic holder and its moulded-in gimbal bar.