Rod/jig storage

[walpy]

So I've just started to actually be productive jigging.. and thus bring a couple rods with me.

How do you store them when you pack up? Do you take the jigs off or cover them up? I keep getting them all hooked together.

Thanks for any help, I'm quite simple haha.

[tyme2par4]

A good case is the best option. But a cheaper option is a short piece of PVC, the length of the rod. 1 Pipe for each rod.

[eyeball15]

So I've just started to actually be productive jigging.. and thus bring a couple rods with me.

How do you store them when you pack up? Do you take the jigs off or cover them up? I keep getting them all hooked together.

Thanks for any help, I'm quite simple haha.

I had a frabill hard water case, they run about  75 bucks. Very good quality held many rods. Unfortunately I left it in the back of my truck on one ice fishing trip. Low and behold someone decided they needed it more than me. I have not replaced it yet, when I do that is the case I will be buying..

[mikey ice fish]

Gander mountain has a dood one for 20 bucks

[walpy]

when yall use the case (why did I say yall??) do you keep the hooks on the rod? I've seen those little sleeves for rods but they look like the hooks will just snag on them a million times over.

[crappieslayer37]

when yall use the case (why did I say yall??) do you keep the hooks on the rod? I've seen those little sleeves for rods but they look like the hooks will just snag on them a million times over.

yes you can keep jigs on your poles. The foam inserts keep your rods from moving I use a spring bobber on most panfish rods I own. I just carefully reel up to the eye of bobber and leave it like that.

[1moslab]

I use the little clam plastic things I think the might be called lure caddy,clear plastic with Velcro.work real well no more tangles.

[jjc155]

I usually leave the jig on the rods since I'm usually tired and hungry, lol.

Usually don't have a issue with them getting tangled in their case, which is a Plano take down shotgun case. I think I have 6 or 7 rod/reels in it right not. Pretty much indestructible. I only use the plano case for transport to/from home and where I'm fishing.

Maybe try these http://www.basspro.com/Bass-Pro-Shops-Lure-Wraps/product/103725/ or make some similar.

J-

[eyeflyer]

I do have a couple carry cases but find my old bucket actually keeps things from tangling better. Also a quick in and out for rods and a rod holder as well.

[chilly-willy]

Eyeflyer very nice but I would not use that in a flip over!!  you know how many rods I broke just leaving in my buckets..when flipping it open to chase a flag or pack up by mistake it happens .. but for hole hopping no shanty you get a A+ for the idea.. 

[3300]

push the jig into the bottom of the rod handle.
put a snake skinz (or what ever brand you end up with) rod sleeve over the rod.
use the bungee cord and slide lock to keep the open face reel handle from spinning by facing it up towards the tip of the rod. you may have to manipulate the spool to accommodate this some.
toss into your bucket. no snags. no lost hooks. no broken rod tips. just be careful flipping your shanty open and make sure your rods are out of the way of the poles and tent as you open it.

[Unclegillhunter]

I use a croxton pond soft bag. Holds 4 rods no issues with tangles. trid the rod slicks and the hooks caught in the mesh no matter what I did. I am going to get my mother in law to make me some sleeves using the legs off a couple of pairs of jeans that have worn out.
Keep it safe! JDL

[1moslab]

and the hooks will not snag in the jeans

[JonPerry]

I picked up 2 Plano take down shotguns cases. They have foam inside & for me, hold 4 rods & a couple palm rods per case.

[lefty2053]

I use a Trophy Angler Bag. Same as the Cabelas or Gander Mountain bags. I am not rough on my gear so there is no need for a hard Case. Not that they are not needed for some people they are better. I have 2 of them. I am putting Trout Rods in one and Pan Fish rods in the other.  The Trophy Angler bags come in 4 8 and 12 rod capacities.
https://www.amazon.com/TROPHY-ANGLER-ICE-Trophy-Angler/dp/B00HQHS1AQ

[abbatoys]

I have the cabelas rod bag that lefty noted above. Works great and I have a lot of rods in it, has a couple long side pockets too.

[Silverbullet555]

I built a case that holds much of my gear for transport and storage. I might add a bucket for transport once we get to the lake. It's important that I can store it all safely in the off-season.