Hello All !

Patpanther from the old board Reporting in.
just found out aboat the new board.
Thanks 5th..:)

I have fished a number of times with Mark. I had the same concern about those rod holders he has along his stern. But I have seen plenty of large fish hooked up on rods that sit in those holders. At this point, I see them as being just as sturdy as any of his other rod holders. I won't comment on his T-Top rod holders as I want to be invited back:D. Hopefully Mark can comment on the specifics...Don

Regarding the 2 rod holders in question. Yes they are thru bolted. I was also concerned about their stability, but I am going on 6 years without any issues. The rods sit almost horizontal when in place in the holders so the holders do not have anywhere near the stress that a rocket launcher or a gunnel holder has when a fish hits. I originally installed the holders for rods while chumming. Trolling with them was an afterthought. If I was re-installing holders with trolling in mind, even though I have not had a problem, I would do it differently. BTW.........I hope you haven't jinxed me:rolleyes:


Dritchitt.........I can't help it that you are 9 foot tall:D Us short guys have no problem at all. Just remember to keep your helmet handy when onboard:p.......................Mark

Don,
The only time Mark got doinked by them rocket launchers was when he found that Snake you put in his boat.

Jim

Good one Jim....LMAO And no I didn't put that snake in Mark's livewell. Wish livelining started on April 1st though:rolleyes:

ha ha ha ha !!!!!