Has anyone found an elegant solution for transporting fishing rods in the Model Y?

[Mr. Decaf]

Has anyone found an elegant solution for transporting fishing rods in the Model Y? I have a 12’ surf rod that breaks down into two 6’ pieces. I can rest it over the rear shelf and back seat so that it passes between the two front seats. I would like something more secure, and maybe less distracting.

 

[father_of_6]

Also beware that a hard stop might throw that cargo into the screen, a ~$1,500 repair.

I was able to sneak something similar through the trunk and into the space between the front passenger seat and door... I don't remember what it was anymore, not a fishing pole.

If you're driving alone, you could also lower the front passenger seat all the way back and place things over top.

I think you're on the right track with running them through the center. Perhaps some sort of a DIY case wrapped in soft fabric would be best... perhaps with a way to secure it from forward motion (hooks for the LATCH anchors?).

Good luck!

 

[father_of_6]

Just rereading your post again, perhaps I misunderstood. Are your back seats down? Surely with the back seats down you can fit a 6' pole.

 

[Mr. Decaf]

Just rereading your post again, perhaps I misunderstood. Are your back seats down? Surely with the back seats down you can fit a 6' pole.

The back seats are up, and the center console lid is up. You are correct about the possibility of serious damage to the screen in the event of sudden braking. I haven’t actually driven with it like that. There are rod holders designed to hold rods overhead in some cars. I haven’t found anything that looks like it would work in the Model Y. My best bet might be something that attaches to the roof rack.

 

[father_of_6]

I moved (10) 8-ft 2x4s in my Model 3 buy putting the back seats down and sliding them through between the front seats. I wrapped them in a blanket so they didn't scratch anything up. I drove *extra* cautiously and was sure not to stop abruptly.

For fishing poles, just putting one rear seat down and sliding them in from the trunk would be the route I would go. Perhaps wrapping them in a blanket or some sort of cover would be prudent to avoid hooking or scratching anything.

 

[Dave Twiddle]

Has anyone found an elegant solution for transporting fishing rods in the Model Y? I have a 12’ surf rod that breaks down into two 6’ pieces. I can rest it over the rear shelf and back seat so that it passes between the two front seats. I would like something more secure, and maybe less distracting.

Send your butler ahead with them. He can set out cold beer while waiting for you

 

[father_of_6]

Send your butler ahead with them. He can set out cold beer while waiting for you

I agree with this approach 100%. This is what I'll be doing from now on.

 

[Watts_Up]

Has anyone found an elegant solution for transporting fishing rods in the Model Y?
I have a 12’ surf rod that breaks down into two 6’ pieces.
I can rest it over the rear shelf and back seat so that it passes between the two front seats.
I would like something more secure, and maybe less distracting.

Just go to an hardware store and get a white 6-in PVC S&D (Sewer and Drain) pipe and put a Cap at each end.
And you can secure the tube with some bungee cord.

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You could also carry the tube on top of your roof using a temporary surfboard type of rack, so you can still have 5 seats.

Block Surf - Wrap Rax Pro Soft Roof Racks​

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Otherwise, this guy built a long box to carry skis inside his Model X.

How to Ski with a Tesla Model X (The Nerdy Engineer)​

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And for his Model 3, this guy built a pass through for his skis.

I LOVE THE SKI HATCH IN MY TESLA MODEL 3 (FrostyFingers)​

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[MP3Mike]

Also beware that a hard stop might throw that cargo into the screen, a ~$1,500 repair.

Do they really charge $1,500 for the screen? I thought it was more like $500.

 

[father_of_6]

Do they really charge $1,500 for the screen? I thought it was more like $500.

Maybe I'm remembering incorrectly, but that's what I thought it was.

 

[YBosy]

Elegant solution: Have your wife or favorite GF put on an evening dress and sit in the back seat and hold them

 

[father_of_6]

Elegant solution: Have your wife or favorite GF put on an evening dress and sit in the back seat and hold them

That does seem like a very elegant solution. A sequined dress with Kenny G playing on the radio. Champagne, perhaps.

 

[YBosy]

Champagne, perhaps.

Champagne in a silver ice bucket with a white napkin on her lap and I don't think you can get more elegant than that.

 

[Watts_Up]

If you really want to get an elegant solution you could use one of those Yakima accessories:

TopWater

Made in the USA, TopWater is a strong and rugged enclosed fishing rod box that securly holds your 8' long rigged up rods, so you can hit the water anytime

yakima.com

DoubleHaul

DoubleHaul rooftop fly rod carrier holds 4 fully strung-up rods up to 10 ft. This Rod Box securely locks, fit most reel sizes, and carries 2 spey rods.

yakima.com

ReelDeal

Yakima ReelDeal is a easy way to transport 8 rigged up rods while keeping them locked and outside the vehicle allowing for easy access and quick loading

yakima.com