Attwood Heavy Duty Adjustable Rod Holder Review

Attwood 5009-4 Heavy Duty Adjustable Rod Holder

Any experienced angler knows that one of the most important pieces of fishing gear after a good rod and bait is a reliable rod holder for your boat, truck, raft or other vehicle. The Attwood 5009-4 Heavy Duty Adjustable Rod Holder is one of the highest rated rod holders on the market right now, and rightfully so. Like other rod holders manufactured by Attwood the 5009-4 model is top of the line in terms of both durability, build quality and usability while out on the water in real life scenarios.

Product information –

Attwood 5009-4 Heavy Duty Adjustable Rod HolderAt first sight the Attwood Heavy Duty Adjustable Rod Holder is exactly what any experienced angler likes to see attached to the side of their boat when getting ready to head out to the lake. It takes only moments to properly install on your boat and the fishing pole holder will last for many years, there are even reports online of one lasting for over 15 years before being replaced. The rod holder has an ergonomic grip making it easy to hold and use, even while you are in rough waters, traveling at high speeds or just hooked the big one you will tell stories about for years to come.

Two of the best features of the Attwood Heavy Duty Holder are  easy grip locking nut to set and hold your pole at the perfect angle and location and the quick release hatch mechanism for rapidly getting your hands on your pole once you feel a bite. The release hatch mechanism is strong enough to ensure that your rod is safe, not too tight to potentially crack or otherwise damage the pole but not too lose as to let it fall overboard.

Attwood 5009-4 Heavy Duty Adjustable Rod HolderWhile many other similar products on the market may be able to adequately hold your fishing rod none are quicker to release than the Attwood. There is no complex locking mechanism to struggle with in the heat of the moment.  The rod holder release feels natural in your hands, like a rod holder should, even after a long day on the lake.

Another essential feature for any quality rod holder is the vertical adjustment range. Vertical adjustment allows you to move your pole side to side without having to set your rod every time. The ease movement combined with a 180 degree range of motion will let you move your rod into any position, no matter where you boat my be.

This will allow you to leave your line in those hard to reach places for extended periods of time without risking damage to your valuable boat.

Attwood 5009-4 Heavy Duty Adjustable Rod HolderThe Attwood Heavy Duty Holder can be used with both casting rods and spinning rods, making it a perfect choice for your boat no matter what type of fishing you prefer.

Summary –

Overall we cant recommend this rod holder enough. It has everything a fisherman could ever want without being overly complex and its a great price. This is a product that will last for many years to come without the need of maintenance or replacement. If you are looking to troll your local waters this weekend and are in need to a new fishing pole holder consider checking out the Attwood Heavy Duty Holder.