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How to Make a PVC Fishing Rod Holder For Kayak

If you”e fishing on your kayak here’s a simple way to save a few bucks on equipment. Also this fishing rod holder is easy to make. The custom design gives you features you probably can’t find in an off the shelf  rod holder.

Here is a cheap, most functional, and very easy to make rod holder for Kayaks.
If you have a Scotty Rod Holder already, You can use the existing Scotty Base and Neck. If you don’t have Scotty rod holder on your kayak, you can by the Scotty base and neck separately. I prefer the Scotty Height Extender #259. The orginal neck (stock part on Scotty Rod Holder) may not give enough height for some kayaks.
If you have a standard kayak without a rear hatch it will be hard to install rod holder behind the seat. If you have center hatch or bow hatch, You may be install this home made rod holder – which comes with two vertical rod holders and two side-pointing rod holders. This may be enough if you had no rod holder or had only one rod holder.
If you have a raised center on your kayak, this will be a good rod holder to install.

Perception Search 13.0 Angler Fishing Kayak-Red

  • Exolar hyper-resin polyethylene
  • Bow, stern, & side carry handles, Comfort Seating System
  • Adjustable Keepers foot brace system, Dual paddler keepers
  • Tank well w/ rigging, Large oval dual density bow hatch
  • Center 6″ day hatch, Two flush mount rod holders

Product Description
Perception Kayaks Search 13.0 Angler Sit-on-Top Fishing Kayak – Find out what versatility means in the sit-on-top kayak designed for adventurous paddlers. The Perception Search 13.0 is packed with features and gear storage options so you can take it all with you. You can check out a swimming hole and climb back on, ride the surf, bring the fishing gear, the dog, or just stretch your legs and relax in comfort. The bow is very buoyant, giving it superior performance in the surf. Scupper tubes in the seat and foot area quickly drain any water that may enter the boat. The stern of the boat features a tank well that is closer to the seat area than previous Perception kayaks, giving easy access to stowed gear. A large bow hatch and smaller center hatch provide additional storage areas. A molded seat with adjustable padded backrest provides excellent support and comfort. The Search kayak is engineered with speed and tracking in mind, but with a focus on stability that beginners will appreciate. For recreational paddlers looking for performance in a smooth ride, the search is over!

Perception Search 13.0 Angler Fishing Kayak-Red

Ocean Kayak Prowler Trident 11 Angler Sit-On-Top Recreational Fishing Kayak

  • Single-user sit-on-top kayak perfect for anglers looking for maneuverability
  • Made from durable linear polyethylene; roomy molded-in seat
  • Comfort Plus seat back provides excellent seating comfort
  • Adjustable foot braces; bow hatch with buckled cross lock; fishing rod storage; small tackle box
  • 400-pound maximum weight capacity; 17-Inch seat width; paddle not included

Product Description
The smallest in the Ocean Kayak Trident line, this kayak really packs a punch. At 11′ this kayak blends stability with considerable weight capacity which most kayaks at this length can’t claim. The Trident 11 is perfect for anglers who are looking for maneuverability over covering long distances in their quest for finding a honey hole. The Trident 11 features a bow hatch, large tank well and roomy cockpit. The adjustable foot braces fit most leg lengths and allow you to ride with ease – a great choice for inland waters, slow moving rivers and moderate ocean swells.

FEATURES: Comfort Plus seat back, Oversize tank well with bungee, Large bow hatch with Cross Lock, Battery storage bag in bow hatch, Rod Pod, Transducer compatible scupper, Adjustable foot braces, Paddle keepers, Molded-in cup holder, Side-mounted carrying handles, Reflective deck rigging, Two Flush mounted rod holders, Small tackle box, Angler graphics

SEATING: Seats one adult.

SPECIFICATIONS: LENGTH 11′ 5″ / 3.5 m, WIDTH 30.5″ / 77.5 cm, SEAT WIDTH 17″ / 43.2 cm, WEIGHT 54 lbs / 24.5 kg, MAX CAPACITY 350-400 lbs / 158.8 – 181.4 kgAmazon.com Product Description
The smallest in Ocean Kayak’s Trident line, the Prowler Trident 11 angler sit-on-top kayak boldly goes where bigger boats can’t. At 11 feet 5 inches long, the Prowler Trident 11 blends stability with a considerable weight capacity of 350 to 400 pounds, a far bigger load limit than most comparably sized kayaks.

The Prowler Trident 11 angler offers plenty of space for you and your fishing gear.

As a result, the kayak is ideal for anglers who want to cover long distances in their quest to find a honey hole. In addition, the kayak is extremely maneuverable, making it easy to saunter through kelp beds, reefs, shallows, and hard-to-access lakes and streams–in short, all the places where the fish don’t expect a silent, stealthy guest to paddle close. And as with the best kayaks, the Prowler Trident 11 offers plenty of space for you and your gear thanks to a large bow hatch with an easy-to-open Cross Lock buckle, an oversized tank well with a bungee, and a roomy cockpit. Add in an adjustable foot brace–which fits most leg lengths and allows you to ride with ease–and you can easily handle inland waters, slow moving rivers, and moderate ocean swells.

To keep you comfortable during your fishing trip, Ocean Kayak also included a Comfort Plus seat back, which offers ample foam padding, a UV-resistant nylon fabric, and four-way adjustability. Finally, no angler kayak is complete without a few fisherman-specific items, and the Prowler Trident 11 complies, with two flush-mounted rod holders, a small tackle box, and a unique Rod Pod hatch that provides easy access to your fishing rods while you’re seated. Other details include a transducer-compatible scupper, a battery storage bag in the bow hatch, a molded-in cup holder, and reflective deck rigging. The Prowler Trident 11, which is compatible with Ocean Kayak’s rudder system (sold separately), comes in yellow and sand colors.

Specifications:

  • Length: 11 feet 5 inches
  • Width: 30.5 inches
  • Seat width: 17 inches
  • Weight: 54 pounds
  • Max capacity: 350 to 400 pounds
  • Options: Rudder system (sold separately)

About Ocean Kayak
Ocean Kayak is part of the Johnson Outdoors family of innovative, market-leading brands. The company designs, manufactures, and markets a portfolio of top-quality products for the global marketplace across four categories: watercraft, marine electronics, diving, and outdoor equipment. Johnson Outdoors’ familiar brands include Ocean Kayak, Necky kayaks, Old Town canoes and kayaks, Extrasport, Lendal paddles, Carlisle paddle gear, Minn Kota motors, Cannon downriggers, Humminbird fish finders, Scubapro and UWATEC dive equipment, and Eureka tents.

Ocean Kayak Prowler Trident 11 Angler Sit-On-Top Recreational Fishing Kayak