Usually the inside, but it really doesn't matter. The important thing in spider riggin' is to go slow. You hang up one, and you'll likely hang up a couple more. Boat control, speed control are very important. Often times, you'll see people drag a chain or a chute behind them to help with speed control. Load that rod holder up though! When you start catchin' fish, there is nothing like it. Get multiple poles hittin' at once, etc. Gives me the chills (besides this dang weather) just thinking about it.