How to Make a Fishing Rod Holder

A fishing rod holder is a piece of equipment used to hold a pole upright during fishing. The purpose is to allow the fisherman to cast the line into the water and then place the rod in a holder thus freeing the fisherman's hands. A holder is also used to prevent the rod and reel from being damaged when placed on material, such as sand on a beach. There are many variations on holders, however, one of the most efficient and easily produced is made from PVC pipe and works great in dirt, sand, mud or gravel.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 2" diameter schedule 40 PVC pipe (at least 3 feet long)
• Saw, such as a miter saw or coping saw
• Sandpaper (various grits)
• Drill and bit

1. Using a saw, cut the schedule 40 PVC pipe to about 3 feet in length. Use schedule 40 rather than thinner wall PVC for durability.

2. Cut one end of the pipe at a 30-degree angle. This should take the cut up away from the end about 3 inches or so. This will be the bottom of the holder which will go into the ground.

3. Using a coarser grit sandpaper, sand the top edge of the holder. The top will be straight cut. Remove all burrs and smooth out any uneven cuts. Round over the edges of the PVC.

4. Continue sanding the top of the holder using progressively finer grit papers. The goal is to provide a rounded and smoothed surface for the rod which will not mar or scrape the cork of the handle.

5. Finish the holder by drilling a couple of rows of holes, three to four per row, around the pipe. Locate the holes about half way up the pipe. These will allow any water which may collect to drain from the holder rather than filling and potentially coming into contact with the rod handle.

Tips & Warnings

• A notch may also be cut at the top of the holder. This will hold the handle of the reel, and prevent the rod from twisting or moving side to side.
• Use caution when working with saws, drills and other power equipment. Make sure to wear gloves and proper eye protection.

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