Custom tackle boxes in gunnel?

[RussGW270]

So, one of the biggest issues I deal with is having a place for tackle. One thing I noticed is I really do not use the gunnel storage. I use one side, but not the other, since I have so many rod places. To that end, if I took out the rod storage "hooks" on one side, I was thinking I could have a custom set of tackle storage areas made, or, heck.. keeping it simple, just install some of the things like below, to store Plano boxes...anything that gives me more places for the tackle that can be grabbed, used, stowed as I am fishing, vs having an old tackle box pulled out of a storage compartment and sitting out or under a seat.

Two Tray Tackle Rack

Organize your tackle with this Two Tray Tackle Rack from Boat Outfitters. Get organized and get fishing today!

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I have 6.25" of depth to "play with".... and at least 5ft of area to add stuff....plus 1-2ft height. Even if all I did was add a row of those along the deck on one side...that would be at least 5x2 Plano boxes.. plenty of storage for a fishing trip, no?

Russ

 

[glacierbaze]

I have never been a fan of the dividers on this style box, whether vertical or horizontal. They are always sized for the standard height Plano box, and I often use a mix of standard, and the low profile, 1.1 inch box. With 4 inches clear, it would hold 3 boxes, with one being standard 1.75.

Look at the third photo here, that would be a ton of storage, with your Planos vertical. With individual boxes, you have double spacers between each one.

Would anyone be interested in having starboard work done?

Storage locker and switch panel for another 20’ hydrasport

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[Blaugrana]

I have a soft tackle box that stores five Plano boxes plus pockets all around for gulp and pouches to store rigs. I keep in the cuddy and take out probably 1 Plano plus a pouch full of rigs on my trips. When I am not on the boat, I put in the garage (not sure why I don’t just leave it in the boat).

The pouches are fabric and I toss them under the windshield while fishing. I like keeping the cockpit clear and feel like having those Plano boxes back there will make it too easy for me to leave out. Plus, the sun will age them so you can’t see what is in there...

https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/p/plano-b-series-3700-tackle-bag-19ploubsrs3700bgmtbx/19ploubsrs3700bgmtbx?camp=EML:DSG_TRN:12162019_2018Oct_Order_Shipped:LINK_1&customerkey=285223898

Aventik High Grade10 Pockets Fly... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VXL1DQ7?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

 

[RussGW270]

All very good options. What I am thinking of is how best to use this space here. I find myself, currently, going, “eh....guess I could just put that here...” and it stores a boat hook, which is collapsable so could go anywhere but I put that down there simply to use that area heh...the gaff goes there and that is it.

I would need to not block the access panel and the washdown and the shore power, but that easily leaves 40” long x 17” tall x 6.5” deep...with the right bracing, it would make great tackle storage or Ny storage.

R

 

[Fishtales]

What if you kept it simple and use the toe rail. Drop the two Planos in vertically (tall end up) and ran 2 pieces of bungee material end to end to hold them in place (maybe one 1/2 way up and second 3/4 way up). The toe rail holds the bottom snug and the bungees keep em from popping out? I think anything you do permanently is a compromise.

I've tried the husky tool bags that HD sells in the past with the plano boxes. I now use the arger cabella/bass pro bags now.
Bass Pro Shops Advanced Anglers II Super Magnum Tackle System | Cabela's

 

[RussGW270]

Eh, "in for a dime.."

I am looking at how best to make use of that space. Since the top and sidnes hold almost all I need, closing the areas off all together and just adding an access plate to each area will streamline it, simplify it, and keep it all clean and organized.

Will just take time to plan, measure, and budget. For now, it is fine. Need to deal with other things, like where the heck to catch mahi

R

 

[SkunkBoat]

go fishing

 

[gulfstream232]

Replaced rod boxes with Starboard tackle centers - The Hull Truth - Boating and Fishing Forum

Boating How-Tos : The Kerno Memorial Forum - Replaced rod boxes with Starboard tackle centers - Just finished building and installing some tackle centers in place of the gunnel rod boxes that were basically useless. Used 1/2" Starboard in Seafoam color, made exposed cuts with a router and put...

www.thehulltruth.com

See above link... Custom starboard is what you need