Rod storage systems?

fishindds · Post by **fishindds** » Thu Jan 31, 2019 10:51 am

Hi all,
Built a 10 'X 20' shed for storage. 8' ceiling at the front & 7.5' on the back side. I would be interested in knowing what storage systems I could used to have rods be stored safely but still be accessible? THANKS IN ADVANCE FOR ANY TIPS OR GUIDANCE!!
I have approx. 30 rods to organize.....

Doc

ash · Post by **ash** » Thu Jan 31, 2019 12:02 pm

Hey doc, I would be concerned about the temperatures in the shed have you put in an exhaust fan or gable fan to keep the heat down? I think the heat could do some permanent damage to the epoxy and resin.

Gary Dobyns · Post by **Gary Dobyns** » Fri Feb 01, 2019 6:55 am

The best way to store 30 rods is in a rod rack. I usually have a bunch but I'm out right now. I'll try and send a pic of a simple one.

I have seen a bunch of guys build a hanging rack out of PVC pipe. These work well too.

ash · Post by **ash** » Fri Feb 01, 2019 10:28 am

Gary, no concerns with temperatures or climate?

Gary Dobyns · Post by **Gary Dobyns** » Fri Feb 01, 2019 2:22 pm

[quote="ash"]Gary, no concerns with temperatures or climate?[/quote]

Honestly Ash I haven't seen any issues with the newer epoxies and coatings. The older stuff, yes. I believe sun damage to be the worst. I also don't like to see them stored where the tips are bent against the wall either. But, I'll admit I still do this too

Pat · Post by **Pat** » Fri Feb 01, 2019 4:41 pm

ash wrote:Hey doc, I would be concerned about the temperatures in the shed have you put in an exhaust fan or gable fan to keep the heat down? I think the heat could do some permanent damage to the epoxy and resin.

If you are storing rods with reels on them I would be concerned about heat damage to the line on the reels during high summer heat. Just something else to consider.

Pat

fishindds · Post by **fishindds** » Sat Feb 02, 2019 9:51 am

Hi all,
Thanks for the responses and concerns! Right now I have one rod rack that holds 16 rods.I also have some heavier sticks on horizontal holders up high and out of the way. I do have venting (high and low) which creates a nice flow of air. (This is at Clear Lake and God knows it gets hot there!) Due to shady location & air flow the temp never gets too bad inside. I also put 2 2'X2' tinted skylights for natural light.You got me thinking of adding a couple of solar powered fans to move air through the unit on a regular basis though!

Gary-I had an idea after I saw your photo-if I mount 2 of those rod holders on a couple of sets of horizontal slides ,they could be tucked away for storage then slid out for full access ?! I'll let you know how it comes out !
Thanks again for the insights.
Doc