I have 6 pairs of bases for my HiTek rodholders that allow me to set up my rods for most any scenario. If I'm by myself, I set up holders just behind my console and toward the front of my rear casting deck so I can easily reach any of the rods. The remote on my Terrova is the only reason I can do this. I have a seat base in the middle of my floor so I can place my seat there, turn my 998 and x26 around facing the bow so I can watch both while looking back at my rods. (I do have to check in front of the boat often--you know for jet-skis and buoys). This set up works great for me when longlining or pulling cranks. I normally run 16 footers off the sides, 12 footers at a 45 degree angle on the outsides of the rear and 7 footers straight back in the HiTeks on either side of my engine for cranks for a total of 6. I may use more rods for longlining.