http://www.crappie.com/crappie/main-...transport.html

The above link goes to what I built to store mine in the boat when I'm on the water. I have 10 and 11' rods. Vertical on the water is the only way in my opinion.

Now coming and going to the lake and at home under the cover, well I have to break them down. I hate it...that takes some time...and when its cold you really want to just go home. I with I could just lay them in the boat, but the length scares me, I'm afraid they will be in a bind and break if I don't take them apart going down the road. I've toyed with the idea of making some way to lay them in the boat while traveling that is easily removed and will keep them safe...just haven't come up with it yet. I thought my 7' bass rods were big...dang...there just isn't a good place for 10 and 11 footers...I don't see how the guys fishing with 12-16 footers do it! lol