Who makes the best kayak fishing rod holder?
When considering the addition of kayak accessories to our product offering we were faced with asking ourselves “Who makes the best kayak fishing rod holder?” We literally spent a year researching the various manufacturers and reading product reviews first hand from actual users. One thing that stood out quickly was that the variety and options were just about endless. In the end we decided to approach our final selection of kayak rod holders much like our line of kayak scupper plugs. We understand that not everyone is looking for the latest and greatest, but prefer a proven design they can count on. Others are looking to upgrade or have a very specific application / use they are looking to satisfy. Finally there are those that demand the best and are fishing for sport or competition. We are happy to announce that we now have the bases covered for providing the right solutions to our kayak fishing customers.
In today’s blog we will go over the brands of kayak fishing rod holders we chose to stock and explain why we felt they offered the right value, quality and features to be considered among the best for kayak fishing. The search is not over and we will continue to add new items from both current manufacturers as well as new manufacturers as we find and evaluate them.
Attwood Kayak Fishing Rod Holders
Attwood may be one of the best known brands in marine accessories with a proven record in the business for over 100 years. Quality is the highest priority at Attwood and their designs have been proven to perform. We like the Attwood product line because it is one of the easiest for customers to understand. They have focused on designs that fit a lot of applications for kayak fishing and include everything in a few select ready-to-mount fishing rod holders. When considering the Attwood line of kayak rod holders you can expect standard features such as bait caster and spinning rod designed cradles with adjustments for vertical rotation. Each incorporate rapid release designs with a reel locking feature to keep your rod secure but also able to be in your hand when the fish bite! The high strength material is durable enough to withstand the demands of kayak fishing without the fear of breakage due to exposure to the elements.
Cannon Kayak Fishing Rod Holders
When we found out Cannon had released scaled down rod holders specifically for kayaks and small boats we knew it was going to make our list. The team at Cannon has long been known for designing and offering some of the finest downriggers, rod holders, mounting systems and other gear out there. With over 40 years in the business you really can count on them to thoroughly design and engineer a quality product. Since they are known and respected as a high-end commercial grade producer it sure is comforting to know they have brought that knowledge to the sport of kayak fishing. We specifically like that they offer rod holders that are ready to mount out of the box. Not everyone wants to research rod holders and all of the different features. Some just want to know it will hold their fishing rod securely and perform as designed and you get that with a Cannon kayak fishing rod holder. That combined with a legacy of performance is what put Cannon on our list of rod holders to provide our customers
Scotty Kayak Fishing Rod Holders
Since the 50’s, the team at Scotty has been steadily producing fishing accessories with one goal…product excellence. A quote from their website sums it up pretty well.
“The total commitment to quality, fair pricing and unmatched service means our customers everywhere can expect reliability and satisfaction from every product that carries the Scotty name.”
We could not agree more but it goes beyond that for us. Scotty is one of our strategic partners because of the line of products they have managed to provide under that company statement. When it comes to customizing a kayak for fishing you sometimes need a little more flexibility in how you go about doing that. Fishing on a lake requires something different than fishing in a river, in the Intercoastal Waterway or out in the ocean. But what if you want to do all of that from one kayak? Well things may need to change depending on that day’s fishing location. That is where products like Scotty come into play. Sure Scotty has rod holders that are all-in-one ready-to-mount options but they also carry accessories to add some options down the road. We consider these products to modular in design meaning that you can remove the rod holder from its mount and add an extension for additional height or better positioning. You can also remove one rod holder from the base and install a different rod holder or maybe a fish finder. Scotty offers these modular fishing components with a commitment to quality and at a fair price which is why we are proud to provide them to our customers.
Ram Mount Fishing Rod Holders
If it needs to be mounted, Ram Mounts probably has a mount to do it. No kidding. They literally have built a business around that concept (with over 5000 mount components) so who better to trust with your kayak fishing rod mount. Why do we trust and sell Ram Mounts? It has to do with the product development and testing that goes into every product. Ram Mounts have an interchangeable ball and socket system which is designed around an elastomeric rubber ball. All of the components work together to offer non-slip performance which also reduce shock and vibration. This technology has been tested in warehouses on forklifts, in police cars performing daily on rough city roads and farm equipment plowing the fields. When you want to mount it and have stay where you put it, Ram Mounts have figured it out. The Ram Mount kayak products offer quick installation, adjust-ability, and durability while still offering great value. We stock everything from ready-to-mount rod holders to each of the individually components required to build custom kayak rod holder solutions.