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Ice Fishing Tips -Check your local regulations! => Equipment => Topic started by: Slammerman on Jan 29, 2008, 12:08 PM
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I was just wondering what kinds of different rod holders other are using on the ice.
PLEASE POST PICS !!!!
I've used all different kinds and have made custom holders before. I just got some new ones and they are working very well. I'll take and post some pictures next time out.
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I made some of these out of a simply wire hanger for use in my fish trap. They ain't pretty, but they work pretty well. Since then, I've created a loop at the outer end so it doesn't catch on clothing or on the fish trap canvas. The other neat thing about them is that they aren't really all that rigid, so they do the job holding the rod, but when I set them down and do something else, every time I move when sitting in my fish trap they impart jigging motion on my lure! I can also push down on the rod and let go, and it jigs without holding on to the rod for quite a good amount of time. On the end that attaches to the trap, I folded the wire over into a tight loop and it provides a good solid connection inside the eye bolts that I attached to the fish trap. I made one for each side. They are removable, light, and...they work.
This pic was taken right after I made them a few years ago. They werethouroughly tested by my cat before their first use.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v19/fatboykevin/aKitty02.jpg)
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OK, I put my thinking cap on and came up with a new design, cheap and easy to make...and cat tested. Basically, the ones that I made the other day are similar to the one pictured above (new pics to come) but without the problems. Here were the problems with the old design:
1) they hooked onto all types of cloth including the fish trap tent...not good.
2) after problem 1), they became easily bent out of shape.
3) sometimes they hooked onto my skin...not good either.
Neither problem was good, so, I tried again.
Improvements:
Instead of using hangers, I bought 10 strand packs of straight hanger wire (about 6' each) from Home Depot so I don't have to do any straightening. Cost, $2.99 per 10. Makes about 30 to 40 rod holders depending on how you make them.
Used a 3/4" pvc pipe as my template, with a hole/notch to hold my first bend, then rap around the pipe for uniformity (makes them look professionally done and also the perfect fit for my rods.
Used aquarium plastic tubing over the wire, and sealed the ends with a lighter and linesman pliers to seal in the end that hooked on to everything. The tubing adds to the rigidity and form of them, and makes them also look very professional. You can buy this stuff, or similar stuff cheaply at Home Depot as well (I happened to have some laying around).
Basically the same design as my first ones, but easier to make, more protective, and they look a lot better. I can't wait to try them out and share the pics with you (hopefully tomorrow or tonight).
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(http://www.fishingbuddy.com/files/rodrocker.jpg)
I have my house and my sled drilled in a few spots so I can use the rod rockers.
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As promised, here is my new version (construction info in my previous post):
The rod holder by itself:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v19/fatboykevin/rodholder.jpg)
The rod holder attached to my Fish Trap (removable, just slip it in and out of the eye screws) and it rotates into position, you can bend the wire up or down to adjust too:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v19/fatboykevin/rodholder1.jpg)
I have one on each side.
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They look sweet!!!
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That's a good idea Fat Boy. I've used Slamco coiled rod-holders in a somewhat similar fashion in my Frabill Ultralight but I just don't have the width to mount them like that and use 'em effectively. Either the rod, rod-holder, or both are either rubbing against my leg or the side of the shanty.
For light-biting fish, I like to lift straight up with the rod instead of out and up as you have to do with most rod-holders. Great for keeping your rod secure and not going down the hole, but I want that "quick draw".
Basically I have to have a rod-holder, stand, cradle, etc. sitting in front of me. I like to only jig with one rod inside the Ultralight and have most often been setting a Slammer Tip-Up out with my other rod (we're only allowed to use two lines in Michigan).
I've been either resting my rod on a plastic crate or clipping on a Tackle-Tamer (little red plastic) rod-holder if I leave my rod in and walk away to check my Slammer.
(http://hometown.aol.com/slamcoinc/images/bluegill1.jpg)
(http://image.bargainoutfitters.com/image/5/59452.JPG)
Recently, I picked up a couple of Orangeville Hooker Rod-Holders. My buddy has an older model wood one and I had similar home-made stands for my SWish Rods years ago.
(http://www.bullshootersightingin.com/hooker.jpg)
Unfortunately, we have "white-out" conditions today, so I don't think it's a good idea to go outside and take some new gear pictures.
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That's a good idea Fat Boy. I've used Slamco coiled rod-holders in a somewhat similar fashion in my Frabill Ultralight but I just don't have the width to mount them like that and use 'em effectively. Either the rod, rod-holder, or both are either rubbing against my leg or the side of the shanty.
For light-biting fish, I like to lift straight up with the rod instead of out and up as you have to do with most rod-holders. Great for keeping your rod secure and not going down the hole, but I want that "quick draw".
Hmmmm, I ideas are flowing in my head for the DIYers. I'll come up with a couple more designs and post them this weekend. One problem that I have with the ones that aren't mounted on to a portable shanty is that, although are some that are free standing, when not in use they take up a lot of room unnecessarily. I think I have an idea that will solve that one too. More to come.
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hay slammerman check these out
(http://i256.photobucket.com/albums/hh190/filetandrelease/2-20-08012.jpg)
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(http://i256.photobucket.com/albums/hh190/filetandrelease/2-20-08013.jpg)
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I love the home made stuff...really like the coat hanger onner ;D
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These are the ice rod holders that I made. Folds up and stores easy.
(http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e306/princecraft1/100_1314.jpg)
(http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e306/princecraft1/100_1313.jpg)
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You are a true artisan, Princecraft
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This one is a little primative but it really works!
(http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k47/lobernm/P2290462.jpg)
:tipup:
NBG
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That model is always available,
but that gold metal band is a little pricey
and really restricts your ability to fish for most guys. ;D
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That model is always available,
but that gold metal band is a little pricey
and really restricts your ability to fish for most guys. ;D
I got real lucky finding a partner that insists on fishing / hunting. But God knows ... that band does come with a HUGE price. Hundreds of thousands of dollars, all things considered!
Regardless I'll be putting that rod holder to use this afternoon. Hopefully it won't do me wrong.
:tipup:
NBG
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;D Tight lines to you ;D
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That is exactly what I have been looking for princecraft. Mind if I copy your design to make my own?
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That is exactly what I have been looking for princecraft. Mind if I copy your design to make my own?
No I don't mind at all. I use mine all the time. They have held up for about 8 years now.
Good luck.
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(http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj218/pooley_photos/013_13-2-2.jpg)
or this
(http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj218/pooley_photos/010_10-1.jpg)
and broken down.
(http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj218/pooley_photos/011_11-1.jpg)
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(http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj218/pooley_photos/013_13-2-2.jpg)
or this
(http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj218/pooley_photos/010_10-1.jpg)
and broken down.
(http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj218/pooley_photos/011_11-1.jpg)
Pooley, PM me bout that slammy thing you invented
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done! i'll take close-ups today. ;D
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You Da Man!
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These are the ice rod holders that I made. Folds up and stores easy.
(http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e306/princecraft1/100_1314.jpg)
(http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e306/princecraft1/100_1313.jpg)
i like your rod holder it is the best one i have seen. Going to have to make one for next season. thanks for the idea
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Nice job on the rod holders. :icefish:
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Here is an example of the ones me and my bro make. They are made of heavy duty steel and then given a rubberized coating so that they dont freeze to fingers. the clips allow the entire unit to be rotated to any angle for a variety of fish houses, and allow an angler to keep several rods rigged with different presentations at hand and ready to go at a moments notice.
(http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g278/niftybob20/S5002109.jpg)
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??? Got a pic of it in use?
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Here is the rod holder I Made last year. An elastric strap keep the legs in place and simply pull the legs out and fold it up. The nice part about this rod holder/stand is you can set the hook as you lift it out. Unlike many holders you have to wrestle the rod out of them while the fish gets away. Also as hard as the fish can pull this won't tip over, the legs are just long enough to keep it stable.
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg44/mud_n_fun/Pic006.jpg)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg44/mud_n_fun/Picture041.jpg)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg44/mud_n_fun/Picture042.jpg)
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i have the same exact ones pinecraft, and if there not in use, it is because the jigging pole isn:t in because i am working a tip-up.
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Nice design Mud.... :bow: where the heck do you find time to design and make ice gear?
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he does a great job ha jimmy
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Yes he does!
Mud,
have you tried a PVC version?
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::) ;D
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Thought PVC wasn't as easy to work with and the aluminum is super light.
As for time? I just think these things up between beers in the evening and build them when I get the chance.
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Thought PVC wasn't as easy to work with and the aluminum is super light.
As for time? I just think these things up between beers in the evening and build them when I get the chance.
i agree with beer thing, but look back a couple pages. those were done will pretty buzzed, and my lip ripper rocks! PVC is cake to work with, and i have no breakage, even when it's below zero. the lip ripper's at least 10 years old! ;D
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Nice design Mud.... :bow: where the heck do you find time to design and make ice gear?
At work of course. You don't think he is actually doing work there do you?? ??? ;D
Mike
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I use a fold out Otter Rod Holder that I bolted on the pole bracket on my Otter Den.
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He's got the Paint crew to keep him focused in the right direction ;)
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I think I have posted these before, if so, here they are again
Holder with jigger
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v45/bobalong/Maps/IMG_1928Small.jpg)
Jigger is a barbacue rotisarie, which used 2-D cell batteries.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v45/bobalong/ICEFISHING%202008/th_MVI_2327.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v45/bobalong/ICEFISHING%202008/?action=view¤t=MVI_2327.flv)
I use this to transport my rods and also use for a rod holder on my second rod when I am on the ice.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v45/bobalong/Maps/IMG_1925Small.jpg)
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What in tarnation..... what made you think up that contraption, I?
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;D Looks good :icefish:
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What in tarnation..... what made you think up that contraption, I?
Actually it was a fishin buddy that came up with the idea, but the jig and pause action is very effective. I have been using the jigger for about 4 years now and after seeing the increase in both hits and hookups I now pause much longer when jigging with the rod in hand. I usually set the lure on the jigger (walleye flyer or chubby darter) so it is on the bottom in the pause phase. While I am jigging with a rod in hand I had a bad tendacy not to impart the pause phase long enough. When I first started using the jigger there were days when it outfished my rod in hand by at least 3-1. I found I was not only jigging too often, but too quickly, and also setting the hook to early on occasion. I now use a wave buster slip bobber on all the rods I use for ice fishing walleye, that has really increased my hookups as well.
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This is the thinking man's motivational thread......Nice job guys!
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bump
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Hi Icontact,
I did a search on your previous posts. Love your bbq jigger! I'm trying to figure out how the constant rotation rotisserie then only jigs the rod once every 6-8 seconds? Any chance you could enlighten me on the mechanics of the set-up?
Thanks in advance,
Preston
Toronto
I think I have posted these before, if so, here they are again
Holder with jigger
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v45/bobalong/Maps/IMG_1928Small.jpg)
Jigger is a barbacue rotisarie, which used 2-D cell batteries.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v45/bobalong/ICEFISHING%202008/th_MVI_2327.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v45/bobalong/ICEFISHING%202008/?action=view¤t=MVI_2327.flv)
I use this to transport my rods and also use for a rod holder on my second rod when I am on the ice.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v45/bobalong/Maps/IMG_1925Small.jpg)
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I did a search on your previous posts. Love your bbq jigger! I'm trying to figure out how the constant rotation rotisserie then only jigs the rod once every 6-8 seconds? Any chance you could enlighten me on the mechanics of the set-up?
Thanks in advance,
Preston
Toronto
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The shaft coming out of the rotisarie is actually just a threaded bolt (you will have to install this) as there is normally just a small square opening the rotisarie shaft on you barbecue fits into. The small arm you see with the holes in it (left side of pic) is bolted to the shaft with a lock nut. Although the red arm across from this arm looks like it goes into the shaft actually it has a 90 degree bend (toward you) and is covered with a silver tube (this tube is larger than the red arm and spins on the red arm). with a lock nut on the end. When you turn on the rotasire the small arm with the three holes keeps going around and around but only contacts the other arm (silver tube) for a few seconds lifting your rod and then dropping it. When the arm with the holes in it is longer in contact with the silver tube, this is when the delay happens. Your arm with the holes in it has to go all the way around before it contacts the silver tube again. If you want to increase or decease how high your rod lifts you just vary the length of the arm with the holes in it, longer shaft, higher lift, .....shorter shaft shorter lift.
I don't know if that explains it or not, if not I may be able to do a close up vid and post for you.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v45/bobalong/Maps/IMG_1930Small.jpg)
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Icontact,
I think I got it. So based on your comments is it right to say the photo is a little off as it shows the silver tubed (90 degree towards viewer) kind of out from the three holed arm? When in fact, under normal use the three holed arm edge would simply be in contact with the silver tube?
I take it the rod holder (red bar) has to be attached to the mechanism with that small l-bracket in the right of the picture? Exactly how did you attach it? Is it welded? Seems to be a little black tape on the red metal wire there but I can't see that holding the levered rod/holder.
Do I have it right? Does the three holed arm ever role off the silver tube? (i.e. move too far left or right?).
What was the biggest vertical jigging motion you could produce?
Clever piece of engineering! More pictures or a detailed video would be great only if you have the time.
Thanks again,
Preston
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Clever piece of engineering! More pictures or a detailed video would be great only if you have the time.
Thanks again,
Preston
Jigger Video
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v45/bobalong/th_MVI_2655.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v45/bobalong/?action=view¤t=MVI_2655.flv)
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Much appreciated! I've ordered my bbq rotisseries. I don't have metal cutting equipment so I think I'll try and make the backplate out of plastic or wood.
Preston
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The best rod holders i've used were manufactured by IceFishingAccessories. com (now defunct); model name "The Guardian". They are 3-piece plastic holders with adjustable arm. I pair it w/ an Epixor EB 20 baitfeeder reel & HT Polar Gold rod. Pretty slick rig-- wish I could find them on the market again.
(http://img5.pictiger.com/a2a/17464110_th.jpg) (http://img53179.pictiger.com/images/17464110/)
http://img53179.pictiger.com/images/17464110/z/
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fixed the link.
http://img53179.pictiger.com/images/17464110/z/ (http://img53179.pictiger.com/images/17464110/z/)
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The best rod holders i've used were manufactured by IceFishingAccessories. com (now defunct);
Pardon! Check out the link: http://icefishingaccessories.com/
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that one too.
http://icefishingaccessories.com/ (http://icefishingaccessories.com/)
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that one too.
http://icefishingaccessories.com/ (http://icefishingaccessories.com/)
Thanks! :D
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no problem.
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I made this a few years ago. Someone had already made one and I copied it.
http://www.frontiernet.net/~jaycub/POLE%20HOLDER.pdf (http://www.frontiernet.net/~jaycub/POLE%20HOLDER.pdf)
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(http://i114.photobucket.com/albums/n269/psychobubba_2006/IMG_0038-1.jpg)
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Here's mine, 3'' PVC pipe, split in half lengthwise. A piece of 1-1/4'' PVC pipe Bolted through slot in 3'' pipe. Folds over flat for storage.
(http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh148/er-e-is/IMG_7425.jpg)
(http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh148/er-e-is/IMG_7426.jpg)
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now that's one of the best yet....I'll be makin a couple of those...thanks
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I'd like to say it was my idea, but I saw one at the local hardware/sporting goods store. They wanted like $14.00 for it. I have made them for a few years now, for myself and friends, and still don't have that much in them.
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I like the 3" pvc holders, Definitely picking up a couple bolts on the way home to build me a couple. Already have some scrap pvc layin around.
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These aren't home made but quick, easy and they work : Rod Holders (http://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=42669.0)
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I posted these quite a while back. These are some I made and are very light and very portable.
(http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e306/princecraft1/100_1314.jpg)
(http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e306/princecraft1/100_1313.jpg)
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I posted these quite a while back. These are some I made and are very light and very portable.
(http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e306/princecraft1/100_1314.jpg)
(http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e306/princecraft1/100_1313.jpg)
I saw this one back a while ago and made me one. The one change I made was I used an ABS sink tailpiece instead of the heavier PVC. I will try and get a pic of it later. Good design Prince!!
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I'm new to this forum and it looks great. When I saw this subject I was impressed and had to post.
Here's my entry:
(http://www.willard-technologies.com/pictures/IceShantyRodHolder1.jpg)
The main holder won't let go of the rod until you lift it out. The add-on balances the rod to make it rock like a balanced tip-up. I added a buzzer circuit to the holder with magnetic reed switches at the top and bottom of the slot the rod rocks in. I then taped a small rare earth magnet to the rod and when the rod nears the top or the bottom of the slot the reed switches make contact and the buzzer goes. Very sensitive to light bites and can be adjusted by moving the magnet along the rod to avoid tripping from lively minnows.
Doug
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icontact, how is that bbq jigger powered?
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they usually take a couple "C" cells
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Simple, lightweight, easy. Just a slit cut into a thin wall plastic pipe. I made one for each side, love them!
(http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg22/bart607/roholder-05.jpg)
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(http://i760.photobucket.com/albums/xx241/chocolatehuntinglabs/IMG00093.jpg)
(http://i760.photobucket.com/albums/xx241/chocolatehuntinglabs/IMG00095.jpg)
(http://i760.photobucket.com/albums/xx241/chocolatehuntinglabs/IMG00091.jpg)
Here's a couple of rod holders I just built the other day with plans I found on this site. The other one is the holders that I put in my center console that I built last year.
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I made this a few years ago and shared the design in this thread. I use a small bungie cord to keep the legs from closing.
(http://www.frontiernet.net/~jaycub/woodholder1.JPG)
(http://www.frontiernet.net/~jaycub/woodholder2.JPG)
(http://www.frontiernet.net/~jaycub/woodholder3.JPG)
(http://www.frontiernet.net/~jaycub/woodholder4.JPG)
But I bought a couple of these(The Groove) to use inside my shelter. They clip onto the round tubes.
(http://www.paiff.org/images/groove-fish-house-lg.jpg)
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I use a pop-up shelter so the only thing I have to attach to are the chairs. I like some of the other designs I've seen here on the various posts but I didn't want something "extra" to carry along.
(http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad344/EMCS_retired/Ice%20Shanty/CIMG0106.jpg)
(http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad344/EMCS_retired/Ice%20Shanty/CIMG0114.jpg)
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Try ebay, and look for "da-hooker", great rod holder for folding bag chairs.
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A few items from HD. The pipe clamp and turn buckle attach to your rod and sit in the cut off elbow joints. The rod is amazingly balanced and provides little resistance as it tips down. If you don't glue all the joints, the holder will fold flat for storage.
(http://i829.photobucket.com/albums/zz218/greatmooselake/Rod-Tipdown.jpg)
(http://i829.photobucket.com/albums/zz218/greatmooselake/Rod-Tipdown2.jpg)
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Great job guys! I love this homemade stuff, it get your mind a turning. Hey guys that cut the PVC for rod holders.
I know Princecraft cut some. What kind of power tools are you guys cutting them with? Especially the slots for
the poles to slide into. Here is the list of tool i have to use to make the cuts.
Circular saw (but I really like all my fingers)
Drill
Sawzall
4" electric grinder
small air die grinder
hack saw
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Great job guys! I love this homemade stuff, it get your mind a turning. Hey guys that cut the PVC for rod holders.
I know Princecraft cut some. What kind of power tools are you guys cutting them with? Especially the slots for
the poles to slide into. Here is the list of tool i have to use to make the cuts.
Circular saw (but I really like all my fingers)
Drill
Sawzall
4" electric grinder
small air die grinder
hack saw
The only tool I used to cut the pvc was a hack saw and that was it.
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The only tool I used to cut the pvc was a hack saw and that was it.
hack saw.
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I ended up using....
Hack saw- cut pipes to length
4" grinder with thin cutoff wheel -used to cut slots
die grinder-used to round corners and remove burs
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Great ideas and workmanship guys! One of my favorite parts of this forum is seeing the creativity. Now if I could just find time to get into the garage and whip out some of the ideas that have been clouding my mind during work, I'd be happy!
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does anyone else see the little man in Altaice's design. a little creepy...
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Oh yeah. New idea, nose contact. :woot:
Warning, do not try this at home.
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does anyone else see the little man in Altaice's design. a little creepy...
??? ??? ???
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??? ??? ???
he pulled it. It wasnt my intention to insult