Overview

The TACO Marine F31-0790BXY-1 is an Olympic 5-rod holder cluster for organizing up to five fishing rods in a single existing boat rod holder. It is a practical setup for boats that need more rod capacity without adding permanent holders to the gunwale, leaning post, tower, or cockpit area.

The cluster uses welded, high-polished anodized aluminum construction and has flared 9-3/4" rod holders sized for big game tackle. It fits standard 1-5/8" rod holders, so it can drop into many common deck and gunwale-mounted holders already installed on sport fishing boats.

The I-Beam layout helps keep the rods spread out and seated, while the solid gimbal base gives the cluster a secure feel in the receiving holder. It also works well as a rigging station before a run, a washdown point after fishing, or a compact storage piece when rods need to be grouped together on board.

Key features

• Holds five rods in one existing rod holder to save cockpit, gunwale, or leaning post space.
• Flared 9-3/4" rod holders accommodate big game tackle and make rods easier to load and remove.
• Fits standard 1-5/8" boat rod holders for straightforward use with many existing installations.
• Welded, high-polished anodized aluminum construction keeps weight manageable while standing up to regular marine use.
• I-Beam construction keeps rods separated and helps reduce contact between reels and blanks.
• Solid gimbal base adds support when the cluster is seated in the receiving rod holder.
• Works as a temporary rigging or washdown station during fishing trips and dockside cleanup.
• Packaged in a mesh bag that helps the unit dry when stored wet and helps protect deck or storage surfaces.
• Accepts a replacement insert, sold separately, for longer service life.
• Backed by a 3-year limited warranty.

Installation and fit

This cluster is made to sit in a standard 1-5/8" rod holder rather than bolt permanently to the boat. Before ordering, confirm the inside diameter and condition of the receiving holder, especially on older installations where liners, inserts, or corrosion can affect fit.

For the best support, use it with a properly mounted rod holder in a strong location such as a gunwale, tower, or behind a leaning post. The product is useful when rod storage needs to change from trip to trip, since it can be moved, removed, rinsed, and stored without modifying the boat.

Use cases on board

The Olympic 5-rod cluster is a strong match for offshore and coastal fishing boats that carry several trolling, kite, pitch, or standby rods and need them grouped in one accessible place. It helps keep the cockpit cleaner during setup and gives the crew a defined station for rigging, staging, cleaning, or temporarily storing rods between bites.

Maintenance and care

After saltwater use, rinse the cluster with fresh water and let it dry before storing it. The mesh bag is helpful when the unit is still damp and also helps prevent the polished aluminum from marking deck compartments or other gear while the boat is underway.