You can have the best fishing rod, but if it can’t be held securely in place, you may very well end up not only losing the fish but also your rod. This is why it is important to choose the right fishing rod holder for fishing in Malaysia. Rod holders also allow you to fish using multiple rods to increase your chance of catching more fish.
Types of rod holders
There are a few factors to think about when choosing fishing rod holders. Firstly, the type of fishing; whether you’re fishing from land or boat.
Land-based fishing
Land-based fishing involves surfcasting or fishing from land such as beaches and shorelines. Simply propping your rod up on its butt via a hole in the sand could result in high pressure on the lower part of the rod when a fish strikes and result in breaking it. As such, beach spikes are used to hold fishing rods.
Beach spikes are long and the base needs to be wide and stable. When putting it in the ground, the spikes should be able to penetrate in deeply enough so that the fishing rod can be properly held in place.
Boat-based fishing
Modern boats usually come with built-in rod holders. For more options, there are rod holders with removable mounts that can be mounted on the sides of boats in variable heights and angles. For these holders, style of fishing should be taken into consideration.
For example, rod holders for jigging can be mounted flat so that the action of the boat can apply to the lure action. These holders also come with a quick release strike system that lifts the rods when there is a strike.
It is also worth comparing the different models in terms of whether you need them to be flexible or stay within one fixed point. Ideally, you want to be able to make adjustments as necessary while you are fishing.
The holder should also state whether it is specifically for spinning or casting. Some will also come with locking devices that will prevent your rod from falling into the water. Ultimately the type of rod you use and the kind of fishing you do should be what you consider when comparing different types of holders.
Seahawk fishing rod holders
To find out more about the range of fishing rod holders in Malaysia, please contact Seahawk today. We will be happy to discuss the range of options available to you and what is best suited to the fishing rods and style of fishing that you do.