I think my set-up might be like old_salts insomuch as my reels are on either side of my seat. Just reach down and get a rod. In the past I have never bothered with any sort of tube but my rods take a beating from lifting packs in and out. I use Dealee bobs to secure the rods fore and aft to my seat struts and then to the forward thwart. My rods are also portaged with the boat, again much like OS method.

I would guess there are varying ways to accomplish securing the tubes but my intention is to velcro them to the side of my boat. I have used this stuff before and provided it is put on to a clean surface it is pretty stout stuff. Quick and easy to remove for travel as well plus it's very light.

Sooooo, what I'll end up with will be something along these lines. Rod/reel secured via dealee bob to my seat and then the 30" tube installed to the side of the boat at a length forward to catch the last 30" of my rod. Capiche?

BTW, Windsailor, you've got mail.