06-26-2009, 01:50 PM
Having tested it twice, I'm really happy with my swept-back rod holder. However, I learned some things in its use: Hook lures to eyelets at mid-rod rather than let them share another pole at full length. Also, when lifting one rod out, be sure it doesn't take a second one out with it. And should I ever make another I might look into flaring the angle of the holders wider so that rod tips aren't as close. Then again, I bet I cope with it all.
That's what tube fishing is all about -- adapting and making the best of the situation. We don't yet have major manufacturers experimenting and researching the best equipment for us like the bass boat industry. The ODC 420 definitely is a step up from my U-boat, which was a leap forward from my belly boat, but the customization and refining has just begun for me. Next up -- the tray. Got one painted but not yet attached. I'll be looking through the forum for ideas. So I want to thank in advance all who have adapted and posted here. I appreciate your thinking and innovation.
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That's what tube fishing is all about -- adapting and making the best of the situation. We don't yet have major manufacturers experimenting and researching the best equipment for us like the bass boat industry. The ODC 420 definitely is a step up from my U-boat, which was a leap forward from my belly boat, but the customization and refining has just begun for me. Next up -- the tray. Got one painted but not yet attached. I'll be looking through the forum for ideas. So I want to thank in advance all who have adapted and posted here. I appreciate your thinking and innovation.
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