Trolling rocket launcher

[Jim McFalls]

I bought an Elie Coast 120XE Angler yesterday and tool it out today. I quickly realized that I'd like to make a rocket launcher-type trolling set-up out of PVC that fits in the flush mounted rodholders so I don't have to keep craning my neck around to see the rods. My buddy Tom Lagana made a cool set-up for his Hobie but I think his flush mounted rod holder set-up is different from mine. Any thoughts or suggestions would be appreciated! Looking to do this tomorrow.

[Cowpokey]

The main thing you need to keep in mind, is building it so your paddle stroke isn't effected. Those of us with pedals have a lot more options in that arena, because our paddles are not the main source of propulsion.

If you want to look at what I went through, and some ideas check the Rocket Launcher link in my signature line...that might give you some ideas.

[Jim McFalls]

Most excellent! That's kind of what I am going for but I will have to angle the holders up a bit to stay out of the way of the paddle.

[Cowpokey]

I would suggest having the rod holders higher and keep the angle lower, so you paddle under the rods, and don't have the rods pointed up too high.

[tech11165]

Great Ideas, Cowpokey