Truck bed rod holder

[AZfisherdude]

So previously, I had asked about a case to transport a rod and reel in to keep it from getting banged up while traveling. Couldn't find anything to suit my needs so I came across the idea of installing a rod holder in the truck bed. Seems like surf fishermen do this kind of thing. So anyway, here it is.

[Eager Beaver]

I would be careful about highway speeds and driving under low hanging limbs. I believe this was for the longer rods that you wanted this for. EB

[AZfisherdude]

Yeah, it was. Clearance needs to be 9ft. I would think that the highway speeds shouldn't matter much but just in case, I have some eye bolts installed between the rods and have some small bungees to attach that should keep them from moving around much.

[Cray]

Looking good, years ago had something like that for surf rods on font bumper when stationed in south Texas. Just don't forget and run through the drive through LoL.

[Eager Beaver]

Remember the whip antenna's on cars. That was why they tied them down on the highways. Just sayin is all. EB

[Redy2Fish]

Not too many low hanging limbs in Arizona?

[boat49]

I figure if it works for you and fits your need you did good! Hands Clapping Thumbs Up

[AZfisherdude]

EB, I will take it for a test drive today and find out! But no I don't remember whip antenna? Redy2fish, no there are very few trees at all. It is the desert :D Getting to the lakes which are all reservoirs is usually a pretty clean ride.

[snookinman]

I have been using a rod holder in my truck for years, I got tired of my rods and reels getting banged up and broken, I don't bungie them in and at 75mph on the interstate they are fine. I always take my rigs off because any weights or lures bang up against the rods. I just bought a 6 rod holder from BPS and mounted it ti my toolbox, here is a pic.

[shelldecoy]

Good luck I hope it works out for you