Organize Fishing Rods and Lures in Your Vehicle

Quick answer

Secure your rods with dedicated pole straps and store lures in wraps to prevent tangles and damage during transit.

How to organize your gear in 3 steps

1. Step 1: Bundle your rods with pole straps: Lay your rods side by side on a clean surface. Wrap a Dakine Pole Strap around the group just above the reel seats and cinch it snug. Add a second strap near the rod tips if you're carrying more than three rods. Common mistake: strapping too tightly can bend rod blanks; leave a finger's width of slack. Check that the straps are snug but not compressing the rod blanks.
2. Step 2: Secure loose lures in lure wraps: Place each rigged lure into a Dakine Lure Wrap so the hook points are covered. Close the wrap and stow it in a tackle bag or a dedicated vehicle compartment. Common mistake: leaving hooks exposed inside a soft bag can still puncture the fabric; always use the wrap's hook pocket. Make sure every hook point is fully covered before storing.
3. Step 3: Load gear into your vehicle: Place the bundled rods in the trunk, back seat, or rod locker so they lie flat and won't shift during turns. Set the lure wraps in a separate bin or pocket to avoid contact with the rods. Common mistake: stacking heavy tackle bags on top of rods can bend guides; keep rods on top of softer items. Test that nothing slides when you take a sharp corner.

Gear that helps

• Pole Straps 6 Pack: Fastens fishing rods for untangled transportation using a watch-band-style cinch. Keeps multiple rods bundled together so they don't slide or knock against each other while driving.

  

• Lure Wraps: Secures fishing lures to prevent hooks from catching on people, boats, or vehicle interiors. Eliminates the safety hazard of loose treble hooks and keeps your tackle organized in one place.