i do most of my fishing out of a 14' aluminum boat since i fish farm reservoirs or oxbow lakes off the rivers in my area. i'm wanting to fish 6 poles out front. i have a close friend who has a welding shop and can make me anything in aluminum, but i need ideas as to how this rig should look.

is there a rod holder on the market which will meet my needs, or would my best bet be to have my welder buddy just make me one? i envision a piece of aluminum approx. 30" long with 6 rod holders mounted. the 30" piece would be welded (in the center) to another piece which would be bolted to the front of the boat.

i appreciate your response.

thanks