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What is the best rod holdall? (33 posts / 7,862 views)
Goldeneye Goldeneye
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Post #1 29 Apr 2025 08:13
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As per title - I'm wondering what the best rod holdall around at the moment is?

I've got a CA 5 rod holdall, but looking for something a bit smaller and for 3 rods.
Thanks
Belch Belch
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Post #2 29 Apr 2025 10:49
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In reply to Post #1
Might not be the 'best' (in terms of sexiness / camotastic appeal) but the Trakker NXG 3 Rod Sleeve in all sizes (10'/12'/13') is solid in terms of rod protection / relative minimal bulk / carrying comfort / versatility / value. . . . I have several and they have stood the test of time
carpy09 carpy09
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Post #3 29 Apr 2025 12:09
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In reply to Post #1
Sonik banktech 3 rod compact rod sleeve are decent
Bivvybug Bivvybug
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Post #4 29 Apr 2025 13:51
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In reply to Post #1
Korda kamo good quality
The-Heff The-Heff
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Post #5 29 Apr 2025 14:14
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I tried quite a few when i got new rods,

CA 3 rod sleeve, nice and roomy, not as good quality as theyde have you believe, does the job but i felt the rods could clatter around too much so needed tip top things, which made packdown more of a faff

fox camolite 3 rod sleeve, like everything about it, well made, too tight for my liking around 50mm rings

Trakker nxg 3 rod sleeve, as the CA and needed tip tops

Aqua 3 rod sleeve, as the trakker nxg, but overpriced

What i have eventually settled on is the thinking anglers quiver and sleeves. Not perfect, and build quality does leave a little to be desired, but its fairly well thought out, fast to pack away, takes up little room in the bivvy, and cheap compared to some others
Id like it to have have better pockets and a larger central pocket, but they arent game changers with it
HarrisonCarp HarrisonCarp
Posts: 387
Post #6 29 Apr 2025 20:38
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Another vote for this.....I spent ages looking for the perfect new rod holdall and this beat everything!

Sonik - Bank-Tek 3 Rod Compact Sleeve

https://www.total-fishing-tackle.com/sonik-bank-tek-3-rod-compact-sleeve?ps=MTkwPTMwMzE=&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw8cHABhC-ARIsAJnY12wGCBf1sD07ZMAWdVBVpPRM4RMwNPdAEiOXgk0GotlYnjsMCZvKLgkaAo2lEALw_wcB#190=3031
mrjcarter mrjcarter
Posts: 1,370
Post #7 30 Apr 2025 11:09
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Korda compact - excellent build with enough pockets and clips on the outer for anything else you may need. Obviously with the name it's car friendly being slimline
r0bertb00th r0bertb00th
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Post #8 30 Apr 2025 13:02
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I also had the 5 rod ca and found it too big and bulky so went to a 2 rod ca for my spod and marker and a 3 rod trident for my rods - its a few years old now but plenty of room loads of pockets and ive never had any issues

I do use TA tip tops to keep rods together I always have just find it easier
ChrisKenefick ChrisKenefick
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Post #9 30 Apr 2025 13:03
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Agree with the below, Korda Compac for me, has more packets than you can shake a stick at - well thought out holdall, wouldn't be without mine now..
Belch Belch
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Post #10 30 Apr 2025 14:00
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In reply to Post #9
Korda Compac (which I do like btw) is pretty much NXG in Korda Camo . . . weren't Korda previously in bed with Trakker?
karmh karmh
Posts: 1,177
Post #11 30 Apr 2025 16:57
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Aqua definitely my preferred one. I got it as a bundle with some rods for a bit extra but it's the one I'd buy again.
Rebullio Rebullio
Posts: 152
Post #12 30 Apr 2025 18:07
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I have the compac dark which is great but if I was buying now i'd go for the carplife eclipse
stuart666 stuart666
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Post #13 1 May 2025 06:55
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Always used cotswold for rod holdalls but my mate has just got a carplife holdall and that is superb. More padding and even has waterproof zips. Its the best holdall ive seen.
AJG AJG
Posts: 269
Post #14 1 May 2025 08:44
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Im in 2 minds if to get the Korda compact dark camo or the carplife eclipse, both look really good
dannyuk32 dannyuk32
Posts: 1,477
Post #15 1 May 2025 17:03
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Def. check out the new ESP Camo Quickdraw 12FT 3 Rod Sleeve before you buy.
Not seen one in the flesh but look nice.
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