Every serious fishing enthusiast knows how important it is to look after their tackle, and that means knowing how to look after their rod. Aside from the typical rod and reel cases that are are quite popular, you can also purchase or make a fishing rod tube.

In choosing the appropriate fishing rod tube, there are several factors that you need to consider. First, you should be aware that rod tubes are designed to store the rods only, meaning, your fishing reels are excluded. If you want your reels to be included, then you need to have a rod case. Of course, you also need to choose the right size for your rods. You do not want to end up with your rods rattling around inside a tube that may be too long. You want your rods to fit perfectly in the tube to ensure its safe transport and storage.

If you are on a tight budget and don’t feel like buying one or you can’t seem to find the appropriate size, then you could make your own! All you need is a plastic plumbing pipe. You can easily buy them in your local hardware, plumbing or electrical stores.

In making your own, you need to measure the length of your fishing rod to ensure that you are buying the appropriate sized plastic plumbing pipe. You should add an additional 6 inches on for comfort. Also, you need to buy an end cap for the PVC pipe. Just apply an ample amount of PVC cement into the cap and slide your tube into it, allowing the cement to dry completely. Finally, slide your fishing rod inside and screw the screw cap into the open end of the PVC. There you have it – a waterproof, durable, homemade fishing rod tube!

Just recently a buddy of mine was planning a fishing trip to Mexico and was in the market for some new fishing rod cases. Well, he was hoping I would point him in the right direction and of course I duly obliged. On one condition though, he give me a full low down on how his new gear handled their first road trip.

Flambeau Bazuka Pro Rod case was one of my recommendations and by all accounts it preformed very well. Rob was able to load 9 rods in to the case stretching it out to 8′7. “The case traveled great strapped down in the bed of their truck. If your going to be strapping this down its best you secure it across the body and steer clear of the handles. It looks like they have the potential to break under heavy strapping.

The sturdy hinged door provides easy access for loading and unloading rods with their reels attached. It will easily hold quite a few rods if you intend on leaving the reels off. Although it is quite a heavy case it was pretty easy to handle and maneuver. That being said it will take up quite a bit of room on smaller boats. I’d also suggest you get a small lock to secure the latch door, just to be sure, you wouldn’t want it opening while your travelling down the highway.

I’m glad I choose this piece gear, it will be perfect for storing rods in the garage during the off season. Its tough, it looks great and its a great space saving product.”