Mate Series

Mate Series: The Original Combination Rod & Drink Holder

Every angler knows the moment: you have a cold drink in hand, the line goes taut, and suddenly you're scrambling for somewhere to set the beverage before the fish gets away. Mate Series was built to solve exactly that problem. As the pioneer of the combination rod and cup holder concept, Mate Series introduced what is widely recognized as the first truly dual-use fishing rod and drink holder on the market — a single, elegantly engineered fixture that functions as both a cup holder and a rod holder simultaneously.

Smart Engineering for the Modern Boat

The philosophy behind Mate Series is straightforward: why cut two holes in your gunwale when one will do the job of both? A boat that would traditionally require four separate cup holders and four separate rod holders can accomplish the same with just four Mate Series combination units. The result is a cleaner, less cluttered deck that is easier to maintain and navigate — a meaningful advantage whether you're running a guide boat, heading offshore, or simply cruising the bay.

That efficiency doesn't come at the cost of durability. Mate Series drink holders are constructed from high-grade 316 stainless steel for superior corrosion resistance in harsh saltwater environments, while plastic components use impact-resistant ABS material comparable to that used in demanding automotive applications. The design team behind Mate Series draws on decades of cross-industry engineering experience spanning automotive, agricultural, defense, and marine sectors — and it shows in every detail.

Versatility Built Into Every Model

Mate Series combination holders are available in multiple configurations to suit nearly any installation scenario. Anglers can choose from 0°, 15°, and 30° mounting angles, making them suitable for gunwales, leaning posts, transoms, and more. Drain and non-drain versions are offered, along with a variety of finishes to complement different boat aesthetics. Flush mount rod holders from Mate Series install cleanly into the boat's surface, preserving the sleek profile of the vessel while delivering full rod-holding and beverage-securing capability in a single cut-out.

Installation is designed to be accessible for the everyday boat owner. Mate Series even offers a loaner hole saw program, and the flush-mount design means a single properly sized hole is all that's needed to retrofit existing cup holder cutouts on most boats.

Trusted by Anglers and Fishing Teams Alike

Mate Series has earned genuine credibility among serious boaters and competitive anglers. The brand sponsors professional fishing teams and has been praised by captains who note that the combination design finally solves the long-standing tension between rod capacity and creature comforts on fishing boats. Whether you're a weekend warrior targeting inshore species or a seasoned offshore tournament angler, Mate Series combination holders are a practical, purpose-built upgrade to any vessel's deck hardware.