C.E. Smith Backing Plate f/70 Series Rod Holders [53673A] Brand_PTM Watersports MATRIX 87C

MATRIX 87C

This handle will match the look and feel of most fishing rods

Meets with the EN 28848 and ABYC P22 standards

A fresh look at ergonomics with a bent tip design and handles made from recycled plastic bottles

C.E. Smith Backing Plate f/70 Series Rod Holders [53673A] Brand_PTM Watersports MATRIX 87CBacking Plate for 70 Series Rod Holders Backing plates are very important to have under every rod holder used for heavy tackle fishing. When the rod holder is under extreme load, regular nuts and washers can concentrate stress and cause spider cracking around your rod holders, or perhaps even tear through, causing severe gunnel damage. Smith backing plates distribute mounting bolt pressure evenly over 30 times more surface area than with standard