Bent butt game rods are built for one purpose — big fish and serious offshore work.
But when they’re not in use, these rods are often the hardest to store safely on a boat.

At Ultimate Rod Racks NZ, we designed a dedicated solution to protect bent butt rods and reels before, during, and after every offshore trip.

Why Bent Butt Rods Are So Hard to Store

Unlike standard rods, bent butt game rods:

• Are heavier and longer

• Have angled butts that don’t sit flat

• Carry large, high-value reels

• Don’t fit standard rod holders or cabin racks

As a result, many anglers end up:
❌ Laying rods on the deck
❌ Stacking them in the cabin
❌ Leaning them against walls or seating

That’s where damage happens.

The Hidden Risk: Transport, Not Fishing

Most bent butt rod damage doesn’t happen while hooked up — it happens:

• On the drive to the ramp

• During launch and retrieval

• On rough runs offshore

• On the trip home when fatigue sets in

Loose rods get knocked, reels get banged, guides get bent — and the cost adds up quickly.

A Purpose-Built Bent Butt Rod Rack Solution

The Ultimate Rod Racks NZ Bent Butt Game Rod Rack Solution is engineered specifically for:

• Heavy tackle

• Bent butt geometry

• Offshore game fishing conditions

Rods are stored:

• Vertically

• Individually separated

• Securely supported at the butt and blank

This keeps even the heaviest game setups stable, protected, and ready to fish.

Designed for Real Offshore Setups

This system isn’t a generic add-on — it’s built for boats running:

• Multiple game rods

• Mixed setups (game, trolling, live bait)

• Large reels and harness rigs

It allows you to:

• Transport rods safely to and from the ramp

• Keep the cockpit and cabin organised

• Access rods quickly when the bite turns on

Works Seamlessly With Modern Boats

Bent butt rods often create issues on boats with:

• Capped gunnels

• Limited mounting surfaces

• Angled coamings

Paired with the GunnelCore™ System, the bent butt rack can be mounted:

• Securely

• Without drilling or welding

• Without compromising the boat

This makes it ideal for modern aluminium and fibreglass boats.

From Offshore Run to Washdown to Storage

The system continues to work long after lines are out.

Once back at the ramp:

• Rods remain secure during the drive home

• The rack can be removed easily

• Rods can be washed down properly

• Gear can be stored neatly in the garage or shed

One system. Multiple uses.

Why Serious Game Anglers Choose Ultimate Rod Racks NZ

Bent butt rods are expensive — and often irreplaceable at short notice.

Our customers choose this solution because it:

• Reduces rod and reel damage

• Keeps high-value gear organised

• Works with real offshore fishing workflows

• Matches the quality of the gear it protects

Final Word

If you run bent butt game rods and don’t have a dedicated storage solution, you’re relying on luck.

The Ultimate Rod Racks NZ Bent Butt Game Rod Rack Solution protects your investment and removes one of the biggest frustrations in offshore fishing.

👉 Shop by Boat and we’ll ensure you get the right setup — no extras needed.