Fishing Rod Rack DIY --- With Pictures and Steps

Grahamry · 07-21-2010, 10:21 AM

Well, I had some free time yesterday and decided I needed something new to get a few of my rods out of the way, so I built myself a rod rack. I got the idea from another person that posted a similar build online last year. Thought it might be fun to take some pics along the way in case anyone wanted to do this themselves. It's pretty easy and a lot cheaper than buying one (cost about $20 for all materials needed, including wood) and it came out looking good and very functional.

Materials:
(4) 1x6x42 boards
(1) 1x8x42 board
(2) 1x2x12 boards
Hole saw, Skil saw, sandpaper, screws, stain, measuring tape

Step One:
Cut all boards to length

Step Two:
Drill (7) 2" holes in one of the 1x6x42" boards spaced evenly every 6" apart. Then drill (7) 1" holes in the other 1x6x42" board just like the first one, making sure all the holes line up. Rip each of these boards down the center line, making sure there are equal half holes on each side (This will allow you to make another rack with the leftover pieces, if you desire to!). Sand all your boards and edges smooth at this time.

Step Three:
Measure and mark the correct placement of the 1x8x42" board for the bottom support at an angle of your choosing, just make sure it is steep enough to wedge the rod into when you're done. Position the boards with the holes in them with the 1" hole board at the top of the rack and the 2" hole board at the bottom, about 2" above the top of the 1x8x42". Measure again, drill holes for the screws and then screw it all in place. It helps to use a level and square edge to make sure it's all straight. Make sure to add the foot supports at the bottom, those are the 1x2x12" pieces. Sand everything one more time.

Finishing Up:
This rack easily holds seven fishing rods and reels. You can stain it if you'd like, I chose to put a couple coats of polyurethane on instead. Very functional and only took a few hours to do.

jmg · 07-21-2010, 10:24 AM

Looks like it will do the trick.

tmtallman · 07-21-2010, 10:28 AM

"It's pretty easy and a lot cheaper than buying one",

Cheap & Easy.... music to my ears.

Thanks for the post, i was just thinking I needed to upgrade my rod holder rack.

JHawKS · 07-21-2010, 10:36 AM

that does look good. great post!

fisher22 · 07-21-2010, 01:02 PM

Nice looking RACK!

Grahamry · 07-21-2010, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by fisher22

Nice looking RACK!

I'm flattered.... I think

StickFish · 07-21-2010, 01:10 PM

Nice, but you are going to need at least four more of those.

Here is mine for inspiration - this is the entry hall to our house

Heffe · 07-21-2010, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by StickFish

Nice, but you are going to need at least four more of those.

Here is mine for inspiration - this is the entry hall to our house

You must be single or have a wife that REALLY supports your habit.

Sgt.Slaughter · 07-21-2010, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by StickFish

Nice, but you are going to need at least four more of those.

Here is mine for inspiration - this is the entry hall to our house

either you're single or or one lucky son of a gun..

..in the entry way even!

Sarge

StickFish · 07-21-2010, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Sgt.Slaughter

either you're single or or one lucky son of a gun..

..in the entry way even!

Sarge

It actually was her idea. See I build custom fishing rods and customers come over to check demo rods out - what better place than the entry hall. I swear it was her idea - honest

native steelie · 07-21-2010, 01:55 PM

i have a lot of left over white maple. i think im going to do this, tired of all my poles piled in the corner

yeep740 · 07-21-2010, 02:03 PM

That is classic! Freak'n hilarious!!!

Grahamry · 07-21-2010, 02:10 PM

Wow, very nice StickFish. I'd say mine is a bit more rudimentary than what you've got, but hey, it works. Entry way to the house... impressive..... I'm still sporting the corner of the garage... =)

StickFish · 07-21-2010, 02:27 PM

Your garage model is WAY better than my garage model - trust me. Rough cut PVC pipe screwed to strips.

ClearCreek · 07-21-2010, 03:21 PM

I built two similar to the one on the left, then mounted them back to back. Then I placed the entire rack on a 2X12 (wanted some weight low to prevent tipping), then I put casters under the 2X12 so I can roll it around in my "man room". Works great!!

I don't think it will ever "live" in the entry way!!

ClearCreek

RiverMan · 07-21-2010, 03:58 PM

Very nice!!

Tony270WSM · 07-21-2010, 05:17 PM

Both of those are pretty nice, though I don't think most guy could get away with the second on in the home

klamathsteel · 07-21-2010, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by fisher22

Nice looking RACK!

You do have a Nice Rack. I think i do too.

Little bit of chain, some pipe, (i used galvanized cause i had it) Pvc would be just fine, some pipe insulation just like we use for leader holders and 4 eye screws. That's it. Yep you gotta get on a step stool to get em but hey they're off the floor and outta the way. I likes it

kilchisfisher · 07-21-2010, 10:17 PM

Time for a new calendar, Klamathsteel.

What is that thing hanging from your ceiling?

bobbinalong · 07-21-2010, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by StickFish

Nice, but you are going to need at least four more of those.

Here is mine for inspiration - this is the entry hall to our house

Ted, What about the racquetball raquet rack??

spooledagain · 07-23-2010, 03:39 AM

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Originally Posted by klamathsteel

You do have a Nice Rack. I think i do too.

Little bit of chain, some pipe, (i used galvanized cause i had it) Pvc would be just fine, some pipe insulation just like we use for leader holders and 4 eye screws. That's it. Yep you gotta get on a step stool to get em but hey they're off the floor and outta the way. I likes it

So, Whats so special about 2004??

trap50 · 07-23-2010, 04:58 AM

Very nice job. Great tutioral.

KalamaGeo · 07-23-2010, 08:35 PM

That ceiling rack is a truly inspired idea!!

I just found room for my pontoon in the garage now!!

Thanks

Now I can get it out of my driftboat!!

Sorry for the highjack

StickFish · 07-24-2010, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by bobbinalong

Ted, What about the racquetball raquet rack??

More like the pile of broken raquets. For the last few years I've had to give back my racquets at the end of the year so I could get my new ones - sucks when they give them to you

The ceiling rack is nice I thought about doing that right over where I park the boat in the garage - hum what shall we take today

RiverJohn · 07-24-2010, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by klamathsteel

You do have a Nice Rack. I think i do too.

Little bit of chain, some pipe, (i used galvanized cause i had it) Pvc would be just fine, some pipe insulation just like we use for leader holders and 4 eye screws. That's it. Yep you gotta get on a step stool to get em but hey they're off the floor and outta the way. I likes it

I like it !