I wanted to get him something usefull this year for christmas so i came up with thi.
Rod roof rack pvc.
A fishing rod vault is a tubular roof top storage container preferably lockable that allows the rod to be stored fully assembled with reel and tackle.
I have suffered from vault envy for several years.
A diy rod vault is inexpensive to produce and can be as custom as you need it to be.
To build this rod holder you ll need a ten foot piece of 2 inch diameter schedule 40 pvc pipe that will serve as the outer shell though you can easily make a longer version for switch spey or euro nymphing rods by adding another piece of pipe using a coupler.
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2 sticks 2 pvc i used thin wall although schedule 40 may be the better option 2 2 pvc threaded couplers 2 2 o rings 2 30 cal 7 62 ammo cans either plastic or metal would work pvc cement.
Pvc fishing rod rack.
It eliminates the need to have the rod.
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My brother is an avid fisherman and has quite a few fishing rods.
My parts list for 2 rod vaults are as follows.
A fishing rod holder for your car roof rack is essential if you plan on doing any kind of traveling with your fishing gear.
If you ve been looking for a cheap and easy way to store your fishing rods you found it.
This is a fairly common build but here s my take on the diy roof rack rod storage locker.
Foam pipe insulation serves to protect the rod but isn t totally necessary.
We are taking a 4 month road trip next year and my rods wont fit in.
It s well worth it to be able to fish wherever and whenever you want to and not have to worry about your expensive fishing rods falling off a flimsy roof rack while you re driving down the road.
If you ll be on the road for long say a month long fishing trip it s best to look for an alternative fishing rod holder that can keep your fishing rods protected and in a state where it can weather elements like a fishing rod pod.