Wahoo Marine Hardware

Here's a new American made supplier of marine hardware, rod holders, rocket launchers and more. These products are as economical as they are useful. These folks produce some unique products, and they've also been kind enough to listen to us about what we felt our clients needed. As an example of their cooperation, since they are an East Coast firm they catered to the needs of their local anglers. The result was that all of their rod holders had an inside diameter of 1 inch. That's great for a uni-butt rod (in higher test application), but it's way off the mark for what we needed for the majority of folks fishing the West Coast where uni-butts are far less often used. Folks often use their stand-up gear for both in the hands fishing or for trolling duty. So, the rod tubes needed to be increased in diameter from 1 1/4" to 1 3/4" inside diameter. We stock both sizes, and suggest that if you don't need the extra width, stay with the smaller tube size, but if you fish more Seeker and Calstar rods, both trolling and casting versions, go with the larger tube size - they'll work for all your rods.

In terms of quality, these rod holders are very well made. They're tig welded, constructed from 60 series aluminum, machined gimbal slots and welded gimbal pins.  Costs are much less than for quality American made stainless steel. I'd say the Precision Marine products are of a much higher quality, but you'll also be paying roughly double the price. So, if you are looking for function as well as economy, go with the Wahoo's, if instead you are seeking the highest quality on the market - then go with the Precision products. For my own boat, I'd run with the Wahoo product with no reservation. They are very well made, they're finished in white marine grade paint and they'll hold up for hard use. Then again, I'm pretty cheap...frugal is a nicer way to put it, and I need to save a few bucks for gas and bait. However, if I was fortunate enough to have that Hetaeras I've fantasized over for the past couple decades...I'd be on the Precisions' like white on rice.

Please note, Wahoo is converting from a painted finish to a chrome finish on their hardware. If it's critical to you to have white or chrome, please specify in the "additional comments" box when placing your order. We are in the process of transitioning from the white to the new finish. So, if color is critical please do specify. Otherwise we'll ship what's available from our inventory.

 

Model	Description	Standard Tube	Extra Wide Tube
	This is a very useful device for extending your lure spread while trolling (use a trolling strap). With the Rod Rigger, you can extend your rod off the side of your boat to gain several extra feet of coverage. It will clean up your stern and provide a means to get more lines in the water.	$36.95	$41.95
	The double Rod Rigger allows the same reach to the sides of your boat as the single rigger, but you don't lose use of the rod holder. You get the best of both worlds. More lines in the water means more opportunities for you to get bit!	$65.95	$71.95
	For bait fishing, you can never have enough rod holders aboard your boat. With the Double Rod Holder you gain the opportunity to fish two lines from one holder.	$65.95	$71.95
	Much like the double rod holder, fishermen now have three options from one holder. Like the dual above, it's made with a solid weld construction, bend butt, high quality aluminum. Like the old saying, "the third line's the charm..."	$102.95	$109.95
	New five rod cluster, features a 30 degree bent butt, with five rod holders!	$129.95	$149.95
	The Four Tube Broomstick is designed to put as many as 3 lines either port or starboard, PLUS another line from the stern. On a halibut drift, this can be a dandy way to stagger your lines cleanly. Use different weights to spread the bait/lures out - get more baits in the zone and give the fish a second or third chance to take the bait.	$104.95	$114.95
	The Universal Rocket Launcher is a stout four rod rocket launcher, built to handle demanding fish. It's universal design allows for just about any mounting location you can think of. The two out holders shoot away from the center by about 15 degrees, and down approximately 10 degrees. The two inside holders shoot straight back. (We recommend the use of backing plates, especially if mounting to a fiberglass surface - if needed we can supply this added cost accessory-please mention in the additional comments box when ordering.)	$104.95	$115.95
Backing Plates for use with Rocket Launcher above. (set of 2)			$12.50
	The Standard Smooth Slide Rocket Launcher maximizes your boat's potential for handling more rods! The beauty of this simple mount is that the sides can extend from 5' 11" to 8' 1"! ( arms painted black in the image to the left - they are white on the production models). With the slide mount you have more options in terms of positioning the launchers. (A backing plate is a good thing to use if mounting on a 'glass boat - included on these models).	$174.95	$184.95
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