New ODC 420

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[cool][#0000ff]May the force be with you young Tubekicker.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]The exact placement of the two outside D rings is always a factor in how you will cut and space the PVC holders. Sounds like you figured that out. [/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]The "vertical hold" situation is a function of how long you make the loops (see pic) into which you push the PVC tubes The shorter the loops, the more they will pull the rods back in toward the tube. The longer the loops, the more the rods will lean outward when you are on the water. [/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]If you use that yellow nylon rope, it is cheap so you can experiment with a couple of lengths. They should be about the same on both sides. [/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Also, the degree of inflation on your tube can affect the ride of the rod racks a bit too. Make sure you inflate your craft to the same level all the time and don't let it sag in cold water or cool air.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Making sure the bungee attachments on the bottom are good and tight can help too.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Hope that solves the problem. Having your rods overhead can be dangerous when you do a CROSSEYES hookset.[/#0000ff]
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