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Title: Clam Spreader Pole Storage System
Post by: grizzlyhackle on Jan 11, 2024, 11:21 AM
Does anyone have any cheaper ideas than the Clam Spreader Pole Storage System? Seems major steep ($39) for those two mounts. Just trying to get the poles organized and less clutter in the sled. Thanks

(https://clamoutdoors.com/media/catalog/product/cache/99d5d6ec9ee5e647e81a6b1f2d053b50/s/p/spreader_pole_kit-01.jpg)

(https://clamoutdoors.com/media/catalog/product/cache/99d5d6ec9ee5e647e81a6b1f2d053b50/s/p/spreader_pole_system.png)
Title: Re: Clam Spreader Pole Storage System
Post by: hardwater diehard on Jan 11, 2024, 11:41 AM
https://www.amazon.com/Eskimo-Fishing-Stow-Black-Size/dp/B08DQRLCD4/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=54TYDK5B4M0C&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.CN6YzKtFlnZ2EvyyFsbaxzESnjotsJdKHpFbq3NDxIWoyEGk1D0pQR94cBovzEAdCZK8zDRTw7D87DKX1Fi56Q.bYzm3KUk4pxxWvii3jBLUrMC17ufAA6YXD0HrY5SJeg&dib_tag=se&keywords=Eskimo+Ice+Fishing+Stow+Kit%2C+red%2FBlack%2C+One+Size&qid=1705000811&sprefix=eskimo+ice+fishing+stow+kit%2C+red%2Fblack%2C+one+size%2Caps%2C147&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1
Title: Re: Clam Spreader Pole Storage System
Post by: jethro on Jan 11, 2024, 11:46 AM
Buy once, cry once. It works quite well, I'm happy I bought it.
Title: Re: Clam Spreader Pole Storage System
Post by: grizzlyhackle on Jan 11, 2024, 12:19 PM
THanks HD - I didnt realize Eskimo also made a version.

@jetrho - trust me I'm usually a buy once cry once kinda guy, but was just trying to think of other options. I'm kinda leaning on trying the broom clips, as I think it might hold the poles tighter and less rattle.

https://www.acehardware.com/departments/hardware/window-and-screen-hardware/window-and-screen-clips/50869
Title: Re: Clam Spreader Pole Storage System
Post by: hardwater diehard on Jan 11, 2024, 01:26 PM
I have the Eskimo version as does my buddy works well. As for the broom clips think they would be a giant PITA ...wrestling them in/out of those clips no bueno .
Title: Re: Clam Spreader Pole Storage System
Post by: Old Goat on Jan 12, 2024, 09:11 AM

 tent poles with the c plugs
Title: Re: Clam Spreader Pole Storage System
Post by: grizzlyhackle on Jan 12, 2024, 10:05 AM
I got the broom clips to mess with this weekend and see if they are a pain in the ass - figured they might hold the poles tighter and could just clip/unclip quick with gloves on.

Might end up returning the broom clips and getting the Eskimo or Clam, but I've got 5 poles and read reviews that they don't/won't hold all of the poles?
Title: Re: Clam Spreader Pole Storage System
Post by: hardwater diehard on Jan 12, 2024, 10:14 AM
grizzlyhackle   I hope you are going to mock something up ...before drilling  8 holes through the shelter tub/sled to test out the broom clips .
Title: Re: Clam Spreader Pole Storage System
Post by: Fisherman 1 on Jan 12, 2024, 10:23 AM
They come in various sizes at your local hardware store, cheap like cabbage.  https://www.princessauto.com/en/3-pk-jumbo-tool-storage-hooks/product/PA0008006268 (https://www.princessauto.com/en/3-pk-jumbo-tool-storage-hooks/product/PA0008006268)
Title: Re: Clam Spreader Pole Storage System
Post by: jrjach75 on Jan 12, 2024, 10:30 AM
I have the broom clips installed in my one man, but don't have 5 of those poles, just two. Been working great for several seasons, the clips I'm using have a rubber coating on them, never had one fall out, but still easy to pop on and off the clips.
Title: Re: Clam Spreader Pole Storage System
Post by: grizzlyhackle on Jan 12, 2024, 10:45 AM
grizzlyhackle   I hope you are going to mock something up ...before drilling  8 holes through the shelter tub/sled to test out the broom clips .

Haha its actually 10 (5 poles), but I will be using a 2x4 and just testing them that way. I am not going to be hacking up the sled for sure
Title: Re: Clam Spreader Pole Storage System
Post by: grizzlyhackle on Jan 28, 2024, 01:13 PM
Buy once, cry once. It works quite well, I'm happy I bought it.

I have the Eskimo version as does my buddy works well. As for the broom clips think they would be a giant PITA ...wrestling them in/out of those clips no bueno .

After wasting time on the broom clips, went with the clam system. Fits like a glove and exactly what I was trying to accomplish. Thanks for the feedback/input from everyone.


(https://i.postimg.cc/5HDxXMXV/IMG-1920.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5HDxXMXV)
Title: Re: Clam Spreader Pole Storage System
Post by: hardwater diehard on Jan 28, 2024, 02:53 PM
Looking neat and organized .