RAM Tube Holders (Which one is preferred?)

[Fish]

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There are two different ram tube holders. I am assuming one is more durable but can anyone justify why getting the more expensive one would be better? Or should I simply buy the cheaper 2008 one? Any help on this matter will be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

[DOGFISH]

I would get the one less likely to slip and drop your rod overboard. I may not be the best one to comment on Ram holders for rods. I have always been skeptical of the slipping of the tube on the ball mount. I do quite a lot of trolling, so maybe that is why I have doubt. I have always leaned towards Scotty, which locks in place. I use a Ram ball mount for my depth finder, great flexibility. There are probably others with more experience with the Ram holders for rods. Good luck with your decision.

[On the fly]

Here is a video from Jackson Kayak which come stock with ram 2008 holders. This video shows how the 2008 rod holders work. I have them an my cuda 14 and they work well, Hope this helps.
http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=I4d0g...%3DI4d0gEqTkvE

[jet]

i agree with dogfish, i have used scotty mounts bc of the slip with ram balls. i havent put any scotty mounts on my current yak, but do plan on it.

[CoptrDoctr]

Here is a video from Jackson Kayak which come stock with ram 2008 holders. This video shows how the 2008 rod holders work. I have them an my cuda 14 and they work well, Hope this helps.
http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=I4d0g...%3DI4d0gEqTkvE

Agreed. Even if you don't gorilla torque the ram mounts down, they won't slip. Especially if you have the drag on your reel set reasonably. I could fold a rod in half before these mounts slip.
Also fishing from a Jackson Cuda 14

[jet]

the video just shows ways to make it limit the slip, which also limits the angles available, or to tether to your seat and leash the rods.

[Fish]

Wow, thank you everyone for the input. I decided to go with the metal coated ones because they seem more durable.

[kuljc]

don't know if you already bought it, but i just got a 2008 version bc it was about $20 w/o the base (i had a base already). I had the same question as you, and after getting the 2008 version it's very strong and thick plastic. I think it'll last a long time.