Rodholder Challenge Entry - Wood Composite v2

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Just an update for the original entry. This version moves the clamp / adjustment knob under the base plate for a cleaner look. The revision removes any need for welding as required for the original base plate. This version would require a threaded adjustment knob either sourced from a vendor or machined.

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This entry for the Rodholder Challenge uses a unique wood laminate structure to secure the fishing rod. It is easily adjustable for rod angle and adaptable for various canoe gunwale configurations, provided there is enough overhang to grip. Minimal part counts keep costs low.

- Wood veneers are bonded with a bio-resin epoxy (such as the type available at http://www.entropyresins.com) over a mold to reach the desired thickness and strength. This approach is easy to build, eco-friendly, weather resistant, and compliments Trapper Canoe design. Clear or colored epoxy finishes can be applied to the wood.

- The base plate is a simple stainless-steel sheet metal cut and bent to shape. The base plate functions as a spring to keep pressure to the canoe hull. Plastic coating can be used where the rolled ends contact the canoe hull to prevent scratches.

- The rubber "foot" and bushings are made from a recycled source. Washer and bolt are commercially available, to keep manufacturing costs down. The threaded knob may be sourced from a vendor or machined.

- Dimensions: 124mm wide at low end of base plate
290mm from highest point to top of gunwale