The CORE SERIES™ 4 Rod Rack is designed for anglers wanting generous rod spacing without the overall length of our 5 XL. At 550mm long with 150mm rod spacing, it provides excellent clearance for larger reels while remaining compact enough for boats where space is limited.
Built around our innovative GunnelCore™ modular mounting system, every rack is configured to suit your boat using the appropriate backframe. The result is a secure, rattle-free fit across a wide range of aluminium and fibreglass boats—without drilling or compromising your boat.
Built to Fit Your Boat
Own a Stabicraft®, Senator®, Surtees®, Extreme®, Frewza® or another popular NZ boat brand?
Visit our Shop by Boat section to find the recommended GunnelCore™ configuration for your boat. Simply select your boat brand, enter your exact boat model at checkout, and we'll configure your rack before dispatch.
Boat manufacturers regularly update their designs, and even the same model can vary between production years. If we need any additional information, we'll contact you before manufacturing. If we get it wrong, we'll make it right.
Key Features
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Holds 4 fishing rods
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Overall length: 550mm
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150mm rod spacing for larger reels and improved access
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Modular GunnelCore™ interchangeable backframe system
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Marine-grade EVA protection to reduce vibration, prevent scratches and minimise rod wear
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Configured to suit a wide range of aluminium and fibreglass boats
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Optional wall-mount brackets available for garage or shed storage
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Designed and manufactured in New Zealand
GunnelCore™ Backframe Options
SLR (Silverback Low Rider) Backframe – 25mm
Designed for shallow, straight or angled storage pockets with lower upstands. Optional brackets allow fine adjustment for boats with angled or irregular pocket designs.
Hybrid Backframe
Designed for deeper or bulb-shaped storage pockets, using compressible protective padding to provide a secure, rattle-free fit.
One of the biggest advantages of the GunnelCore™ system is its flexibility. If you change boats, simply replace the backframe while keeping your existing rack body.
Why Choose the 4 Rod Rack?
The CORE SERIES™ 4 Rod Rack is ideal for anglers who want the generous spacing of the 5 XL but don't have room for a 695mm rack.
Compared with other CORE SERIES™ models, it offers:
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550mm overall length
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150mm rod spacing for larger reels
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A shorter footprint than the 5 XL
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More rod capacity than the compact 3 Rod Rack
It's the ideal compromise between capacity, reel clearance and available mounting space.
Built for Every Stage of the Journey
Whether you're heading out for a day on the water, storing your rods neatly in the garage or transporting your gear to the boat ramp, the CORE SERIES™ 4 Rod Rack keeps your equipment organised and protected.
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On the water: Excellent reel clearance with a compact footprint.
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At home: Optional wall-mount brackets provide tidy garage or shed storage.
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In transit: Suitable for short, low-speed transport when rods are properly secured (at the skipper's discretion).
The CORE SERIES™ is the foundation of every Ultimate Rod Rack, designed to adapt as your boat, fishing style and equipment evolve.
Design Protection
Ultimate Rod Racks and the GunnelCore™ System are proprietary designs of GR8NZLife Group Ltd trading as Ultimate Rod Racks NZ.
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