Rod And Reel Covers 2025
crankcaster100 reply :
I bought and have rod socks and reel covers on my rods/reels but was curious if they are really necessary and do you all use them?
The rod socks I think make more sense because of bumping and scratch reduction.
Growing up as a caddy at the local country club we would make fun of the guys that used iron and putter covers on their golf clubs.
Just curious if I'm overdoing it?
John G reply :
I use reel covers like this. They are neoprene and inexpensive on eBay.. I see no reason why my investment in quality gear should not be protected from unnecessary wear and tear.
Maico1 reply :
On 3/17/2014 at 5:25 PM, crankcaster100 said:I bought and have rod socks and reel covers on my rods/reels but was curious if they are really necessary and do you all use them?
The rod socks I think make more sense because of bumping and scratch reduction.
Growing up as a caddy at the local country club we would make fun of the guys that used iron and putter covers on their golf clubs.
Just curious if I'm overdoing it
Same thought process applies to the reels as well......No you are not overdoing it.
0119 reply :
I use reel covers religiously. Both casting and spinning. The neoprene shimano's offer the most cushion/protection but your line will cut them easily if you dont put some slack between the reel and first guide. Shimano's spinning reel covers have velcro closures that are only glued on and come off after only a few weeks. Daiwa used to offer one that had a window to avoid this but like they do, they never offer something for more than a season or two. The older BPS ones are more like a ballistic nylon and much more rugged but tight line will still cut them. They are worth using and have kept my reels in like new condition and allowed me to sell them for more $ when the time comes.
iabass8 reply :
You paid for the rods/reels, not somebody else. Protect them as you see fit. I wouldnt care if they were neon pink, id still use them.
*Hootie reply :
On 3/17/2014 at 5:55 PM, John G said:I use reel covers like this. They are neoprene and inexpensive on eBay.. I see no reason why my investment in quality gear should not be protected from unnecessary wear and tear.
I have the exact same ones. Don't use the rod socks though. I actually used to use old sweat socks years ago, long before they had anything on the market for this purpose.
Hootie
CWilliams reply :
I use falcon rod socks, Shimano covers for spinning reels and tackle warehouse covers for baitcasting reels. I look at my friends rods and reels, who dont do anything to protect them, and just shake my head. Seems silly to not take care of your tools.
flippin and pitchin reply :
It's the way to go. Rod Glove and TW reel covers. Protect your investment, save guides and rods are easier to place in the rod lockers.
Bluebasser86 reply :
I never used to use them. It's amazing how bad your stuff gets beat up without them, even when you're being careful. Now they all have rod slicks and neoprene reel covers. Not only does it prevent scuffs and scratches but it also keeps them cleaner. Even if you never get off the paved rods I promise there's plenty of dust and dirt kicking up off the pavement and settling in your reels.
frogflogger reply :
I don't use them - I have rods over 20yrs old that have never been covered - same with reels - scratched? sure paint worn off - of course - but they function flawlessly - I do regular maintenance and will rewrap a rod if needed. This is strictly personal I understand protecting expensive tackle - I just don't care what it looks like as long as it performs and I don't think cosmetic damage changes performance - if it does I fix it.
Hooked_On_Bass reply :
I most definitely use rod and reel covers. As above, you've got to protect your investment.
stratoliner92 reply :
http://www.stickjacket.com/Web/Home.php
Been using these rod covers and really like them. Good selection of styles
Montanaro reply :
On 3/17/2014 at 8:27 PM, frogflogger said:I don't use them - I have rods over 20yrs old that have never been covered - same with reels - scratched? sure paint worn off - of course - but they function flawlessly - I do regular maintenance and will rewrap a rod if needed. This is strictly personal I understand protecting expensive tackle - I just don't care what it looks like as long as it performs and I don't think cosmetic damage changes performance - if it does I fix it.
hurts resale value which is why I do it. Also hate seeing my expensive to me combos get beat up.
OnthePotomac reply :
Don't leave home without them. I have reels 10 years old that look new and spent a lot of time in the pickup bed. I also have a large rubber mat on the deck where they lay during fishing. No carpet rash.
SirSnookalot reply :
I have a pass thru trunk long enough to handle my 8' rods, the reels are on a towel and don't get jostled around, never carry more than 3. On the boat my unused rods are high in the bimini top rod holders, don't get banged around or stepped on. I don't use rod sleeves or reels gloves, my stuff doesn't get subjected to the kind of treatment that would harm them.
ChiCityBasser reply :
I use both and have rod sleeves from Elite rod sleeves and Cabelas reel covers to protect my investments. I even use the Cabelas lure covers on my rods.
daiwaguy reply :
Both, I have BPS and TW Neoprene Covers and Use the Rod Glove on every Rod. I wouldnt care if I was using 25 dollars reels on 20 Dollars Rods. I would still take pride in my gear and spend the 10 bucks to get more life out of it.
Raul reply :
On 3/17/2014 at 5:25 PM, crankcaster100 said:I bought and have rod socks and reel covers on my rods/reels but was curious if they are really necessary and do you all use them?
The rod socks I think make more sense because of bumping and scratch reduction.
Growing up as a caddy at the local country club we would make fun of the guys that used iron and putter covers on their golf clubs.
Just curious if I'm overdoing it?
It´s a matter of how you feel about your stuff, there are people that don´t give a dang about how their stuff survives and there are others, like me, that obsesively take care of their tackle, it´s not about the money, I have tackle of all prices and the "cheaper" stuff is as important as the more expensive stuff.
Let me describe a what Raul does in a day:
Raul arrives at the lake, pulls out his stuff, takes the rods out of the rod tube, each rod wrapped in it´s own rod cover, pulls out the reels from their reel case, each reel wrapped in it´s reel cover, unwrapos the rod, unwraps the reel places the reel on the reel seat and tightens it, runs the line through the guides being careful that nor the rod nor the reel scratches against any surface, ties a lure, sets the drag and ..... places the reel cover and the rod wrap.
Raul arrives at a spot, cleans his hands with a moist towel, unwraps the rod and reel, makes some casts and if he gonna change rods before grabbing another setup places the rod wrap and the reel cover, cleans his hands, grabs another set up, removes the rod wrap and the reel cover and so on.
After fishing when Raul arrives home he takes all the stuff he used during the trip, pulls or the rod wraps and reel covers and meticulously cleans rods and reels before storing them again. He even rubs clean cranks and spinnerbait blades cuz he don´t like water stains on them.
The result is that Raul´s junk looks like new, even those 3+ decade old reels.
You think you´re overdoing it ? I don´t think so.
*Hootie reply :
Raul, you make me feel like a SLOB....lol.
Hootie
Raul reply :
On 3/18/2014 at 1:29 AM, hootiebenji said:Raul, you make me feel like a SLOB....lol.
Hootie
You don´t got obsesive - compulsive disorder Hootie, life can be hell when you have it. It not only apples to my fishin´ stuff, you should see my Veterinary clinic, what used to be polished stainless steel tops on the tables look like chrome plated now.
Phone rings, Raul answers, it´s mom: "what´cha doing son ?" she asks, Raul replies: "not a busy day, here I am .... rubbing away the paint of the furniture ".
A-Jay reply :
On 3/17/2014 at 7:36 PM, flippin and pitchin said:It's the way to go. Rod Glove and TW reel covers. Protect your investment, save guides and rods are easier to place in the rod lockers.
X2.
A-Jay
mjseverson24 reply :
When transporting rods in the box or on the deck almost all have a sleeve and a reel cover, but they still get a little beat up sitting on the deck while fishing. I try to keep them as nice as I can, but my main goal is to catch fish not worry about the reel and rods getting scratched...
Mitch
John G reply :
I feel like I have been doing it halfway after reading this Thread. I use reel covers but I do not own a rod cover. That's going to change soon!
Teal reply :
Rod socks...no reel covers.
John G reply :
Which Rod Glove are y'all using? The regular mesh type or the neoprene Pro Series?
daiwaguy reply :
I use the Mesh type. I like the way they stretch a bit.
buzzed bait reply :
i didn't used to, but now i can't see not using the rod socks.... i transport my rods in the back of my car (camry) so the tangled mess that used to be without the rod socks is long gone.... i mean it can't do any harm.....
Brian Needham reply :
I always wanted to get the angler innovations rod/reel cover..... its all one piece and covers your rod and reel.
they are more expensive than others but look to do a great job, plus I have heard friends say "insert rod jacket brand here" has put fine scrathes on their rod blanks.
in protecting 3,4,5,600 or $700+ combos I dont think anything is overdoing it.
Dwight Hottle reply :
On 3/18/2014 at 4:18 AM, John G said:Which Rod Glove are y'all using? The regular mesh type or the neoprene Pro Series?
I use both rod & reel covers. I have a a few of the neoprene covers for my custom rods. I use the mesh sleeves on the rest. The advantage of rod sleeves or covers is that they help prevent tangles in a rod locker plus rod protection.
dam0007 reply :
Socks also help from lines tangling when your carrying multiple rods at once.
SudburyBasser reply :
I use The Rod Glove from VRX Fishing -- good Canadian company -- and the neoprene reel covers from Shimano (though I have a few Reel Gloves from VRX, not as much of a fan).
You could not pay me enough to use the rod socks from BPS. Awful stuff.
crankcaster100 reply :
Raul - I love your post like that Seinfeld episode: George is getting upset
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