bimini top rocket launcher for Rag Tops

[Pike Hunter]

I have a 21' wellcraft and I would like to hear about your opinions about the bimini top rocket launcher for soft top.

I came across this site and I thought this is something I could add to my boat. This is just for $150 with free shipping. I thought this would be a great alternative and yet inexpensive.

Tight lines.

[Tim Bromund]

I would be concerned about the strength of such a set up, unless you strictly use it just for rod storage.

We run our copper down the chute with a pike ball out of the launcher on our hard top and it puts a heck of a lot of stress on the holders, especially with a fish on.

I'd hate to se the bimini poles fold under the pressure and the rod end up in the drink.

Tim

[Time Out]

I have something close to that on my boat. I made it myself. The main support goes all the way down to the boat. Having it attached like the picture puts a lot of pressure on tha canopy frame. If you keep it seperate and something happens, you don't have to replace both. I wouldnt fish a rod up top either, unless it was spring browns.

[Pike Hunter]

Tim and Jeff:

I agree that this type of set up should only be limited to holding the rods. Simple as that.

Heres a sister photo of this boat.

I have rod holders at the stern for a single copper set up. There are four rod holders just in the back of the stern and before the outboard motor.

Overall plan - I will add a heavy duty low profile dipsey dual rod holders on port and starboard for the diver set up. http://www.greatlakesplaners.com/index.htm.

Word to wise to those who have rail mount clamp on rod holders:

I have lost a copper set up and net by relying on this darn rail mount rod holders. If I had invested into low profile dual rod holders, I would have saved myself plenty of greenbacks.

Thanks in advance for your help.

[Just Fishin']

Two words Anthony.....Atlantic Towers. Worth the money in quality, can run your planer reels, lights, antenna, etc and would look awesome on your boat.

[Pike Hunter]

Rich,

By golly - you re absolutely right on this! I really liked your set up very much and our boats are nearly identical.

I am stuck between a rock and a hard place as I have made up my mind to spend money on the auto pilot this year.

I will need to find a third job if I am to spend $ on the Atlantic Towers

tight lines!

[Just Fishin']

Great point, if I were to do it again I would by the Auto Pilot first.