Sir Reel
Well-Known Member
I first saw and used the Orcas on a trip to Langara Fishing Lodge a few years ago. Instantly liked them. They are used on all their boats up there and so must get a lot of use over the summer fishing season.
The guides taught us to snap out without the tip moving. Butt up tip down. That way there is no sudden yank on the line. Is also much easier to get the rod out when under load. My wife likes them too. Easier for her than the tubes. If there was issues don't think Langara would continue to use them.
I replaced my standard Scotty tube holders this summer with the Orcas. Biggest thing for me is the fact you don't have to reach out to take the rod out. The rod sits at about Belly height and a simple snap and they are out. Much easier on the back. We fished Sockeye a lot this summer and where taking rods in and out all day. No problems.
Having said all that the tubes are simple and work. Or you can just hold it in your hands like the old days.
The guides taught us to snap out without the tip moving. Butt up tip down. That way there is no sudden yank on the line. Is also much easier to get the rod out when under load. My wife likes them too. Easier for her than the tubes. If there was issues don't think Langara would continue to use them.
I replaced my standard Scotty tube holders this summer with the Orcas. Biggest thing for me is the fact you don't have to reach out to take the rod out. The rod sits at about Belly height and a simple snap and they are out. Much easier on the back. We fished Sockeye a lot this summer and where taking rods in and out all day. No problems.
Having said all that the tubes are simple and work. Or you can just hold it in your hands like the old days.
