Pig - I use Tite Loc. I can only fish 1 out the front of the boat and mine holds 4 rods. Look at other people set up on the ramp and ask questions. I can take my trolling motor up without removing my rack. That a big plus. I have fished side by side in other boats with hi-teck and they are nice. Now you rods are just important. I use 14' ozarks and they are well worth the money spent. You can buy the from Meatgetter, BRM or Conway on this site they all will help you.