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How to Install a Railblaza Rod Holder With a StarPort Mount
I install a Railblaza rod holder using their StarPort mount, a simple upgrade for turning a recreational kayak into a fishing kayak.
What’s in this video
This is a quick how-to on installing a Railblaza rod holder with their StarPort mount. I like this rod holder for anyone who wants to convert a recreational kayak into a fishing machine without a lot of work. I go through mounting the StarPort and fitting the rod holder so you can follow along and do it yourself. The rod holder and other Railblaza products I use are linked in the description.
Quick takeaways
- The StarPort mount is what the Railblaza rod holder plugs into.
- This is an easy first upgrade if you're converting a recreational kayak for fishing.
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