Protecting your equipment

[IndianaFinesse]

On 5/1/2017 at 1:26 PM, A-Jay said:

Stick Jackets for me.

A-Jay

I really like how each rod as a hole, that way they aren't banging into each other.  Never seen a rod locker rigged up that way, but I like it.

[Quarry Man]

On 5/1/2017 at 1:17 PM, HawkeyeSmallie said:

How do you guys haul your rods? I need a better system.

 

Good question. I put my rods in the passenger seat of my truck and let them face the back of the truck. Like others said, rod sleeves and reel covers work great. I don't use them when bank fishing with 2-3 rods as they are a pain to put on and off. just be careful when you put it on the ground. You can also buy combo carriers like the tackle warehouse rod quiver. a pic pipe on your roof rack is a good idea too.

[A-Jay]

1 minute ago, IndianaFinesse said:

I really like how each rod as a hole, that way they aren't banging into each other.  Never seen a rod locker rigged up that way, but I like it.

 

Standard Lund locker configuration - 

And there's sufficient space to double up on at least half of that again.

A-Jay

[fishwizzard]

16 minutes ago, A-Jay said:

 

Standard Lund locker configuration - 

And there's sufficient space to double up on at least half of that again.

A-Jay

 

Now a box like that, but as stand alone unit that could be bolted to a truck bed, that would be something.  

 

 

 

[mwh33]

I use rod condoms and tackle warehouse reel covers on all my set ups. I also put a bait wrap on. If my handle is cork, I use cork sealer.

[HawkeyeSmallie]

10 hours ago, mwh33 said:

I use rod condoms and tackle warehouse reel covers on all my set ups. I also put a bait wrap on. If my handle is cork, I use cork sealer.

 

Cork sealer? Never heard of it to be honest. Does water on cork handles deteriorate them faster???

 

I went fishing last night with my boy and we were wading. A lot of times when landing a fish the end of the rod gets dipped.

 

Also when we left all of my rods which were laying in the grass were wet due to dew. All cork.

[mwh33]

Yeah cork will deteriorate faster when getting it set or just using over time. I use U-40 cork sealer. Makes it easier to clean too.

[jimf]

I regularly clean the cork handles - hot soap and water or a little rubbing alcohol.  I also use a dab of car wax on the blank.   Those two things keep them spiffy.   

 

 

[roadwarrior]

Try this:  http://www.mrclean.com/en-us/shop-products/magic-erasers

 

[HawkeyeSmallie]

This doesn't take any of the sensitivity out of the rod does it? If you put seal on it??

[TX-Deluxe]

On 5/1/2017 at 0:20 PM, roadwarrior said:

Rod sleeves and reel covers. If you don't have a boat with rod lockers carry the rods up front on the passenger side.

 

Can't visualize  passenger side front seat with rods? Floor to ceiling with seat angled back?

[Oklahoma Mike]

9 hours ago, roadwarrior said:

Try this:  http://www.mrclean.com/en-us/shop-products/magic-erasers

 

 

This is what I use to clean my cork handles and it works like a charm. 

[Brayberry]

I have the same issue as I have a Ford Ranger.  You can just stick your rods in a cheap Walmart sleeping bag, then tie it down in the corners of the truck bed.  Also closed cell foam works well as to lay under your rods, it just needs to be secured to keep from coming out.  I've also stuck my rods in a old blanket and rolled them up and secured them with a rubber band or rope to keep them closed.   

[5fishlimit]

On 5/1/2017 at 1:26 PM, HawkeyeSmallie said:

A rod sleeve could work if there was some padding.

 

There are neoprene versions available.

[Maggiesmaster]

Make a rod tube: get some 6 or 8" sch 40 pvc pipe. Cut it a bit longer than your longest rod. Glue one cap on the end, and glue a screw adaptor on the other--also glue sponges in both caps to prevent tip breakage.  Pop rivet at least one handle in the tube and you're set. 

[XpressJeff]

I use Rod Sox and reel covers from TW.

 

That rod locker of AJ's is about the best I've seen!

[MickD]

OK, this solution will not be popular, but it works.  Kids, long one piece rods, how to have both travel well without hurting the other.

 

You need a mini van, not a truck.  Cobble one of the ceiling rod holders on the headliner, and your in.

 

Your friends will be impressed by your courage.

[fishwizzard]

A few of the older guys I kayak fish with have turn the old family minivan into some pretty slick Mobile Kayak Command Centers.  I have been thinking of buying a used one and doing the same.  

[DogBone_384]

On 5/1/2017 at 1:20 PM, roadwarrior said:

Rod sleeves and reel covers. If you don't have a boat with rod lockers carry the rods up front on the passenger side.

 

 

X2.  I drive a 4 door Tundra so my rods travel in the cab with me, with rod sleeves and reel covers.

 

When I travel with my rods, they're wrapped in pipe insulation and tucked in a Plano rod tube.