{"product_id":"core-series-5-rod-rack","title":"CORE SERIES™ 5 Rod Rack | Modular Rod Storage for NZ Fishing Boats","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCORE SERIES 5 Rod Rack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is our most popular everyday rod storage system, offering the perfect balance of capacity, accessibility, and efficient use of deck space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt around our innovative \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGunnelCore™ modular mounting system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, each rack is configured to suit your boat using the appropriate backframe. This delivers a secure, rattle-free fit across a wide range of aluminium and fibreglass boats—without drilling or compromising your boat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt to Fit Your Boat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOwn a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStabicraft®, Senator®, Surtees®, Extreme®, Frewza®\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or another popular NZ boat brand?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVisit our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop by Boat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e section to find the recommended GunnelCore™ configuration for your boat. Simply select your boat brand, enter your exact model at checkout, and we'll configure your rack before dispatch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause boat manufacturers regularly update designs—and even the same model can vary between production years—we confirm every order individually. If we need additional information, we'll contact you before manufacturing. 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Optional brackets allow fine adjustment for boats with angled or irregular pocket designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHybrid Backframe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for deeper or bulb-shaped storage pockets, using compressible protective padding to provide a secure, rattle-free fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the biggest advantages of the GunnelCore™ system is its flexibility. 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