[BillTex]

0* in corners would be on clips...but I see your point.

One of the challenges-as you know-is they limited space we have in our gunnels.

I have made some 3d models (solid works) that I can use as templates and determine just how much room I have. (Before cutting holes!). It appears that 15* holders will provide some flexibility in how i orient the holders (straight back/angles out)...so after the weather breaks...and I get the snow off the boat...i will lay it all out. I am thinking maybe 15*'s all around.

If i put 2 in tight at transom (i think i can fit them in splashwell area) on clips for flat lines. And then 2 in each gunnel...i should be able to fish a 6 rod spread (maybe 7 with a wfb right up the middle).

I'll fish like this for a season and see how it goes. Maybe a hard top...and/or riggers are in my future. Our Grady had riggers and they sure helped with the spread...

Why do you recommend not to point rods "out" using outriders? Are they not robust enough to hold the rod? (I have never used these...).

Thanks again, Bill