Fishing rod holders

Setting up your rods

For still fishing, like carp fishing, feeder fishing or surfcasting, the rods remain still while waiting for a bite. The supports keep them steady, at the right height and in the right direction, with the line taut towards the setup. They also protect the reels from sand and mud. A good support allows for a quick reaction to the bite: you just grab the rod to hook the fish, without having to search for it in the grass.

The rest of the gear

The rod equipment also includes:

• Rods.
• Reels.
• Detection.
• No kill.

All the equipment is available on the rods page.

Bank sticks or rod pod

The bank sticks, like the Korum Leverage with a screw tip, sink into the bank: you place two per rod, one at the front and one at the back, optionally connected by a bar that holds several rods, like the double bar Preston Offbox. The rod pod, like the Carp Spirit Session, is a standalone support with adjustable legs, suitable for hard ground, platforms, gravel or concrete, where you can't drive in bank sticks. It usually holds three or four rods.

Surfcasting and adjustments

For surfcasting, fishing from the beach, the adjustable surf spike, like the Ragot in aluminium, sinks into the sand and keeps the rod almost vertical, with the line above the waves so that it doesn't get swept away. You adjust the height and angle of each support so that the tip or line remains visible and that the bite detector works properly. Rinse your supports with fresh water after a session at sea to avoid corrosion.

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Frequently asked questions

Rod pod or bank sticks: what to choose for carp fishing?

Bank sticks, like the Korum Leverage with screws, sink into soft banks. The rod pod, like the Carp Spirit Session, stands alone on its legs: essential on hard banks, platforms, and gravel.

What support for feeder fishing?

In feeder fishing, the rod is placed almost horizontally, facing the water, to read the bites on the tip. A double bar, like the Preston Offbox, keeps the rod steady and allows you to grab it quickly when striking.

How do you adjust the height of a surfcasting spike?

Firmly plant the spike in the damp sand, then adjust it so that the rod is almost vertical, tip high. This way, the line is above the waves and the tip signals bites better.

Why use a rod support when pole fishing?

The support holds the rod when you are baiting, preparing bait, or unhooking a fish. It prevents it from resting in mud and protects the reel from sand and splashes.

Do you need a bite detector with a rod pod?

For carp fishing, it is recommended: the rod pod holds electronic bite detectors at the front that sound when there's a bite, and rod rests at the back. This way, you can keep an eye on several rods, day and night.