Our take on this rotating kit

This kit slides inside a rod holder that is already fitted. It turns a fixed holder into one you can rotate. At 38 mm in diameter and 137 g, it is the part we recommend to upgrade a boat that is already equipped.

What you need to know

• Type: adjustable rotating kit.
• Fitting: inside a rod holder.
• Diameter: 38 mm.
• Weight: 137 g.
• Use: boat fishing accessory.
• Benefit: aim the rod without replacing the rod holder.

Aiming your rods on board

What the rotating kit does

A standard rod holder keeps the rod on a single axis. The rotating kit adds rotation to that holder. You can turn the rod toward the side that suits you. The adjustment then lets you fine-tune that angle. This helps when the boat changes heading. It also helps when several rods are set at the same time. Each rod can then point in its own direction. Your lines stay better spread and the fishing station stays easy to read.

You keep your original rod holder. The kit simply sits inside it. You upgrade the boat by adding a single part. If your boat has several rod holders of the same diameter, you can fit one or more of them as you need.

The kit meets a simple need: aiming a rod without modifying the boat. Your rod holder stays where it is and keeps its mounting. Only the angle of the rod changes. For a boat that is already equipped, this is the most direct solution. Try the new position on one trip, then fine-tune the adjustment if needed.

Fitting and care

First, measure the inside diameter of your rod holder. It must match the 38 mm of the kit. A tube that is wider or narrower will not give a proper fit. Check the condition of the tube before fitting. A clean inside makes the kit easier to install. Once the kit is in place, test the rotation by hand. Do this check before you set a rod in it.

After a trip at sea, rinse the kit and the rod holder with fresh water. Salt and sand can get into the rotating part. Let everything dry before you store the boat. At the start of each trip, a quick rotation test saves you a bad surprise once you start fishing.