Next is my fishing rods. Broom handle clips again. I positioned the rods under my gunnels for safety. Plus I load my food barrel in the front too, between the rods. The rod socks keep the fishing line from getting caught on my barrel harness straps as I load and unload. Foam water pipe insulation holds the rod tips fine. My boats long enough I can push a 6' 6" rod forward and get the rod handle over the thwart while in the boat. It's kind of awkward if it has to come out all the way from underneath the thwart.

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