Exploding Fish Adjustable Rod Holders

Exploding Fish Adjustable Rod Holders: A Patented Revolution on the Gunwale

For anglers who refuse to be locked into a single rod position, Exploding Fish has engineered something genuinely new in the world of adjustable rod holders. Born from a lightbulb moment 55 kilometres out on the Great Barrier Reef, the brand was founded on one simple frustration: conventional flush-mount rod holders fix your rod in one position, leaving you unable to adapt to the shifting currents, tides, and wind conditions that every serious angler knows can make or break a session.

The EVO-360 Series: More Revolution Than Evolution

The flagship of the Exploding Fish lineup is the Evolution 360 (EVO-360) rotating rod holder series. Unlike traditional fixed holders, the EVO-360 allows you to rotate and precisely reposition your rod while it remains fully secured. The adjustment range spans in 5-degree increments, letting you dial in the perfect angle for trolling under outriggers, live bait fishing, deep dropping, bottom fishing, or even kite fishing — all without ever pulling the rod from the holder.

The EVO-360 is available in three sleeve angles — 0°, 15°, and 30° — with 8.5-inch tube lengths, giving boat builders and anglers the flexibility to configure their gunwale layout for any fishing style. The series covers both straight-stock and curve-butt rods, and is rated to 60 kg / 135 lb tackle, making it suitable for serious bluewater and game fishing applications.

Marine-Grade Construction Built to Last

Every Exploding Fish adjustable rod holder is constructed from 316L marine-grade stainless steel — the same alloy used in offshore hardware that must resist saltwater corrosion year after year. The base plate provides structural rigidity under load, while injection-moulded polyethylene top and bottom bearings ensure smooth, reliable rotation even after hard use. A stainless steel locking lever secures the rod at the chosen position, delivering precise, confidence-inspiring placement on every cast.

Matching accessories round out the system: specially engineered drain attachments (available for 0°, 15°, and 30° models) are designed to rotate with the tube rather than twist, and a universal 316 stainless steel backing plate is available to reinforce the installation beneath the gunwale for added strength.

The Streamline Series: Clean Aesthetics for Premium Builds

For boat builders and owners who demand a refined finish, Exploding Fish also offers the Streamline Series — the first rod holders ever designed with no visible mounting screws, delivering a clean, flush appearance that complements high-end vessel builds. These holders are available in both rotating and fixed configurations, and are already specified as a standard fitting by select boat manufacturers.

Backed by 15 Patents and a 5-Year Warranty

The intellectual property behind the Exploding Fish rotating rod holder platform is protected by 15 patents secured over a five-year development process — a testament to just how genuinely novel the engineering is. Every holder comes with a 5-year manufacturer's warranty, reflecting the brand's confidence in its materials and construction. Whether you're outfitting a weekend runabout or a dedicated charter vessel, Exploding Fish adjustable rod holders are built to perform across thousands of nautical miles of hard fishing.