Tube is very convenient device for carrying spinning, feeder and other fishing rods, including conventional float fishing rods.
Possessing sufficiently high strength, the tube perfectly protects rods from damage during transportation and storage, as well as when fishing with constant movement in places with difficult terrain (cliffs, holes, bushes, etc.).

In addition to protection from mechanical damage, the tube has several other useful functions, in particular, it makes transportation more convenient and protects the rods from rain, snow, dirt and other natural phenomena.
The most important use of a tube is for spinning rods, of which only a few are needed for fishing and which, unfortunately, break very easily and are very expensive.

A tube for spinning can be bought at almost any fishing store, and it is quite comfortable and of normal quality. The only serious disadvantage of the factory tube is the unreasonably high cost. You can also note the standard size, due to which it is not always possible to choose an option suitable for the length of the spinning rod.
If you are not satisfied with the designs offered in stores, you can make a spinning rod tube with your own hands and in accordance with your tastes. We will tell you how to do this below, but you can choose the manufacturing method you like best.

1. Homemade tube for spinning rod from a plumbing pipe.
Quite simple and cheap option, while being quite practical. The design is durable, moderately heavy and wear-resistant.

2. A simple DIY spinning tube.
Most easy way, production will take a maximum of 15-20 minutes. True, there may be a problem in finding the pipe used.

3. For lovers of strong alcoholic drinks.
An interesting version of a tube made from cognac packaging. Look how to do it in .

4. Homemade tube for spinning rod from plastic profile, covered with tarpaulin.
Not the best the best option in my opinion, but also deserves attention.

5. Another option made from a plastic pipe, this time a folding design with a cover.

Finally, a few useful ideas.

1. The most convenient one on the tube will be a lid attached to a glued-in snake.

2. For especially “delicate” spinning rods inner part The tube should be finished with some soft material.

In this article we will talk about a homemade spinning tube.

Why homemade? Yes, because if you find the one you need on sale, it’s usually either expensive, large in diameter, what’s also interesting is that they are all heavy.

It always amused me that some people say that 50mm doesn’t fit, I took 65mm, or even 100mm. Tube for spinning rod

For example, I can hardly imagine how to carry it with me when fishing. It’s good if the tube is in the car, but what if it’s not? Moreover, it is not safe to carry, for example, a UL-class spinning rod or another expensive one, not only because of the price, but also because it is an expensive working tool.

Moreover, sometimes even after getting out of the vehicle, you have to make your way to the reservoir through such jungle... And it would be interesting to see how, with a backpack and a pipe with a diameter of 10 cm and a length of 1.5 m, someone would burst through the impassable jungle.

I will write how I make a spinning tube .

Material for tube The easiest thing to do is a simple PVC pipe 2m long. and diameter 50mm.

I’ll say right away that the tube is made only for a specific spinning rod. So that there are no extra centimeters.

What do we need for this:

1 pvc pipe 200*50

2 hacksaw, or similar with fine teeth

3 thin black marker

4 line

5 material for covering the tube

6 leather, rivets, and related accessories

7 piece of foam rubber

These are the main necessary things - the dimensions of the material depend on the design and size of the tube.

We take the longest leg of the spinning rod (some saw the handle, and it turns out that the tip is longer than the butt), measure its length to a whole number, and preferably add another 4 cm. This is necessary so that under the spinning rod there is foam rubber 2 cm thick, and 1 or 1.5 cm is spent on the lid, and so that there is little left free space, 0.5 or 1 cm in total.

I'll write it using my own example.

The length of the elbow is 110 cm, the length of the pipe is 113 cm, we measure and saw off, preferably straight away, since there will be no second chance - that’s why it is advisable to leave at least 4 cm. Because then, if suddenly, we’ll cut off 1 cm for alignment.

The side that was sawed off will be the bottom, since the top is needed even for the lid.

Then we insert the butt into the pipe and see how far it does not fit.

Then we make the pipe oval (bend it), and now we see that the first ring of the butt runs freely along the entire length of the future spinning tube

When we bend, we try to bend one edge so that the resulting profile resembles an egg. You also need to strictly ensure that the fold seam goes strictly in a straight line and does not resemble

At the bottom of the tube we make two holes from the edge with an awl, opposite each other in order to sew on the foam rubber. We cut it from a sponge for washing dishes, or whatever is at hand. The only thing is that it should not be hard. This means they inserted it into the tube, having previously cut out the outline of the tube. And they grabbed it with a couple of stitches. This completes the work with the pipe.

Next, we take the material for covering. The bottom is sewn in a straight line, and the longitudinal seam line should make an angle of 90 degrees. with a bottom seam. So that the resulting ears will then be threaded inside, and they will not interfere (mostly for aesthetics). The length of the fabric must be a minimum of 10 cm.

Since the diameter of the pipe is 50mm, we sew the cover up to 45mm.. It also depends on the fabric - some stretch, others are like tarpaulin, rigid and do not stretch. tube for spinning rod

The diameter of the cover is smaller so that the tube does not dangle in it, but is strictly covered with fabric (the fabric should not move from the punched holes from the needle), which will not toss and turn on it. Also keep in mind that there should be no more than 1cm from the edge of the seam. and at least 1 cm. The final seam must be stitched with very strong threads at least twice, and twice three seams at a width of 1 cm. Also keep in mind that when you pull it onto the pipe, there will be a seam inside, which takes away more diameter from what was left. When we have turned it out and pulled it out (straightened), we begin the long and tedious work of pulling it onto the pipe. This process is long and you need to be patient and watch the seam. It needs to be laid on one plane, and you need to make sure that it doesn’t twist, again aesthetics

When this is finished, we measure the remaining centimeters and leave about 5 cm, this is not critical, less is undesirable. Since if the seam comes loose, you will have to remove it and sew it up, which I think no one will want to go through this all over again

We left 5 cm and singe the edge (again depending on the fabric) with a match, the edge becomes harder and the fabric does not unravel. And we bend it inward. No need to glue it, it just doesn't make sense

I make it from leather, I take hard leather with a thickness of 4-5 mm, if you find something thicker, that’s fine. We cut out the top trim according to the profile of the tube, but by 3 mm. more on all sides. This is necessary so that the lid does not fall inside. Then we cut out two or three layers of leather according to the profile, but there was 1 or 1.5 mm more on all sides. The total depth of the cap that goes into the tube must be at least 1.5 cm.. Or better yet, 2 cm..

We rivet all layers of leather, remembering to fold them along egg-shaped. Before this, I put a small loop - it’s convenient to open, and it doesn’t get lost, since it’s tied.

Now the whole cover sharp knife we adjust it so that it fits into the tube, but so that it does not require much effort.

It is sewn by hand, and the diameter is slightly smaller than a covered tube. These straps do not stretch, and if the diameter is too small, it will not be possible to wear it. The width of the tape is 35-45 mm. It will be more convenient.

The handle and strap are made from the same tape. The belt is also sewn by hand and is adjustable in length, which is very convenient whether you want it under a backpack or to put it on a backpack comfortably.

This tube weighs 400 grams without a spinning rod (dry, so if it rains, the fabric will get wet and will be larger.)

Then, having measured everything and getting the remaining free space for the spinning rod, I achieved a length of 112.5 cm

At 5mm. free space for spinning.

If we have a heavy-class spinning rod, then we make this design. I think there is no need to describe it, everything is clear from the photo. Only those who fish in winter should use a plastic lock.

Some photos show the dimensions of the butt ring and the form itself.

In any case, even for a 3-meter spinning rod, the weight of the finished product did not exceed 500 g

And for UL everything is 300 g

Also, the weight of the pipe is also different. I came across one pipe that was very heavy, and in the end I had to go through about 10 pieces until I came across a light one.

And it’s important that the spinning rod must be folded into the tube with the tulip facing the handle. And so that the rings lie in one line.

As a result, it is inexpensive, very practical, since the pipe does not even bend if you step on it (but this is not advisable), but in a crowded transport, or getting pinched in the doors of an elevator or bus, your favorite spinning rod is not in any danger.

For cartoon spins there are no problems at all; there is no need to adjust by millimeters.

For jerk spins, the handle is separate from the whip, the handle is in the backpack, and the whip is in a tube that is made under it.

The tube is of this type, short, and does not interfere with fishing at all.

Tube It is also adjustable with a strap, in height over the shoulder - when, for example, we stand in swamps, the end of the tube does not fall into the water.

The idea of ​​a folding tube is also being finalized (I’m lazy) so as not to carry 1.5 (1.7 m.) m. pipe, with you - if the spin is 3-3.30 m long... And fold it in half - 80 cm. And either in a backpack, or over the shoulder. Moreover, if we stand for a long time at one point, we put it along with our things, and no problems.

The main requirement was the ability to not bend at the joint under load, which was achieved, but it turned out to be a little awkward to fold, but this is the basic option.

We fold it and put it in a drawstring case with fastenings for a strap.

I’ll also say a few words about the spinning rod case itself. IN spinning tube fits in a case - the knees do not rattle and do not hit each other.

But some cases are hard, I don't use them. They are either too big, and the valve is healthy with all sorts of strings or Velcro - there is no point in it.

I sew the covers myself, from fabric that is thin, velvety, rolls over your fingers - and very beautiful.

A cover without a valve - the back is in a tube, but the cover is 3 cm longer than the back - this serves as an intermediate link between the lid.

And putting spinning in a tube in the soft case we can clearly feel how it fits in there. Easy or hard. And in a hard case we can break our UL and won’t even feel anything - we also need to pay attention to this.

And for those who ride bicycles, you can carry 2 or 3 pieces - tied to the frame, easy to remove, no need to untie - open the lid and take it out.

I was an eyewitness to an incident when, in winter, the happy owner of a new spinning rod, leaving the store, took a very steep turn down the steps, when he recovered from the shock, he took it to the workshop (it broke in 4 places).

So I I go shopping for a new spinning rod with a tube - guarantee of safety, especially in winter.

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How to make a rod tube with your own hands?

Spinning rods, feeders and donks are conveniently transported in hard tubes. They definitely won't break or get scratched. In fishing stores you can buy tubes for one or more rods. Some anglers make these accessories themselves. The products are much cheaper and just as reliable and convenient as branded tubes. In this article we will learn how to make tubes from plastic water pipes and what materials and tools are needed for such work.

Necessary materials and tools for making a tube

We need a plastic water pipe. Depending on the number of rods, we select the diameter of the pipe. For example, if you use one or two light spinning rods when fishing, then you will need a pipe with a diameter of 70 or 90 mm. If you fish with several heavy class feeders or donks, then it is better to use a tube with a width of 110 mm. IN construction stores The following pipes are sold:

At home, you figure out what tube diameter you need and go to the store to buy such pipes. Please note that there should be a thickening at the end of the pipe. This is exactly what we need. It will be convenient to put plugs on them later.

Typically the pipe length is 2 meters. We will buy a 2-meter section, two plugs and couplings at a construction or plumbing store. The coupling looks like this:

The plugs you will need are these:

The tools we need are a drill with drill bits. To carry the tube we need a strap with snap hooks of this type:

We will attach it to the tube. It is better to use an adjustable strap that changes length. We will also use two of these bolts with matching nuts and eyes:

We also need moment or other glue for gluing. plastic parts, hacksaw, marker.

Work order

First, we decide on the length of the rods. To do this, we take all the fishing rods that we are going to transport in it and select the one with the longest leg. Add 5 - 8 cm to it and get the length of the tube. After this, we put a plug on one end of the pipe and measure the required distance with a tape measure.

We mark with a marker the place where we will cut off part of the pipe. Usually they make tubes with a length of 110 to 130 cm. To get an even section, take a tape measure and bend it around the entire diameter of the pipe. Next, we draw a marker along the tape and get a straight line. We will use it to cut with a hacksaw.

After cutting the pipe, we should have a smooth neck:

It should be thoroughly cleaned on the sides and inside so that the coupling can be put on it. After cleaning, take the coupling and put it on the pipe. It must fit the diameter of the pipe and be put on with force:

After this, we put plugs on the ends of the pipe. We will put one on glue, and the second will be free to take off and put on. One plug will be the bottom of the tube, and the second will be its lid. Clean before gluing inner surface pipes and outside sandpaper plugs. This way we will ensure good adhesion of the bonded surfaces.

Before gluing, secure the strap. To do this we will make two holes. We will insert two bolts into them and tighten them with nuts. We measure the length of our strap and drill holes at this distance from each other. Screw the nut from the inside to the bolt. It is important that your hand fits inside the pipe. The bolt should not be too long so that it is approximately 3mm inside. protruded from the pipe wall.

This is what a bolt attached to a pipe looks like:

We make a fastening at the other end in the same way, and the pipe becomes a tube:

All that remains is to put on the strap and glue one plug. We put on the strap in 5 seconds. We simply fasten it to the ears with carabiners:

We adjust the strap to suit your height and put it on your back. Next, glue the lid to one of the ends and place the product in a dry place to dry.

This is what homemade rod tubes look like:

Some fishermen cover their products with hard fabric. This is done more for aesthetic appeal than functionality. The advantages of such tubes are their long service life. When falling from small height they don't break. They are sealed and do not allow water to pass through. The price of such products is several times lower than store-bought ones.

I think the idea of ​​making a fishing tube with your own hands has occurred to, if not every second person, then certainly two out of three fishing enthusiasts. It looks simple: I bought a pipe, closed the bottom and covered it with fabric. Still, making a good thing with your own hands is priceless; for everything else there is Mastercard. In reality, everything turned out to be a little more complicated.

However, making a simple version of a tube for carrying fishing rods while fishing is really elementary and takes no more than one evening. The tube will perfectly fulfill its direct duties and will cost less than a pack of cigarettes.

But if you do it in such a way that not only the fishing rods get to the fishing spot safely, but also the eyes are happy, you will have to put a lot of effort into it. I even involved my wife in some of the work. Most of the tube cover was made by her. So if you don't know which way to approach sewing machine, limit yourself to the first option or contact my wife (just kidding).

But first things first. To make a simple version of a fishing tube, you need a polypropylene sewage pipe with a diameter of 110 millimeters, two plugs and a coupling. We cut off the beads from sealing rubber bands from pipe and coupling (photo 2). For work I used a Dremel with two attachments (photo 3).

Next, we glue plugs from one end of the coupling and from the wide end of the pipe. (photos 4 and 5). We shorten the structure to the right size, and that’s it – the tube is ready. The coupling is used as a cover (photo 6, A). Here's a simple option. Cheap and cheerful.

To cover a fishing tube with fabric, you need it to have a constant diameter along its entire length, that is, have the shape of a cylinder (photo 6, B). A simple plug will do as a cover. (photo 7), but you will have to tinker with the bottom of the tube. The whole process is schematically depicted in photo 8.

I cut off the walls of the plug, taped it to a piece of pipe, which I also covered with tape from the inside. In the resulting container, I covered the walls at the bottom with a small layer of epoxy-soaked bandages (you can use fiberglass). After the resin had dried, I cut the pipe that acted as a cliche, and glued the resulting plug with walls made of bandages into the bottom of the tube (photo 9). She stood up like a glove. The protruding base was cut off with a Dremel.

There's just a little bit left to do: just sew a cover for the tube. Since the diameter of the pipe is 110 millimeters, multiplying it by the number π, that is, 3.14, we get the width of the piece of fabric 345.5 millimeters (I took 346 millimeters taking into account the thickness of the seam - it turned out perfect). We leave a margin of 1-2 centimeters for the longitudinal seam and, of course, a margin along the length. Blanks for the ends are made with a diameter the size of the plug plus 1 centimeter for the seam. A piece of fabric 150x50 centimeters was enough for me.

I cut out a circle of foam rubber on the bottom and lid of the tube so that the rods would not hit the hard polypropylene when immersed in the tube and during transport for fishing.

First, two slings with semicircular rings are sewn transversely onto the main workpiece for subsequent fastening of the belt (photo 10). All parts are basted with white threads so that they do not unravel when stitching, then the threads are removed. After the slings, the bottom is sewn in, then a zipper 30 centimeters long (photo 11). After this, a longitudinal seam is made along the entire length of the fabric and an end element is sewn in at the lid.

All this happened with control fittings on the tube (photo 12), the cover fit very hard, but in the end it sat down just like it was there. The final touch is a webbing strap (photo 13).

The result is a really beautiful and reliable fishing tube, which can easily accommodate three two-parters. A neighbor, a fishing enthusiast, has already asked him to make the same one. But I think this homemade fishing tube will be the last, I don’t want to strain my wife again. Next time I'll better buy store bought. Perhaps my experience will be useful to someone. Thank you for your attention!

Today, fishing gear is expensive, and the structures can easily become deformed due to accidental physical activity, and to prevent damage it is better to use a spinning tube.

Advantages of making tubes for spinning rods:

• All ready-made components and devices for fishing are expensive; making a tube for a spinning rod with your own hands is much cheaper than buying it in a store;
• The process takes literally several hours, and even a person without experience can do it;
• In fishing stores, as a rule, the tube is sold separately from the case, which is not always convenient for transportation, but when you do it yourself, you can get a 2-in-1 design.

Options for a homemade tube from scrap materials

To make a tube you can use different material, let us analyze step by step the construction from PVC pipes, plastic profile and foam.

Many fishermen are wondering how to make a tube for a spinning rod, the most simple option use PVC pipe as the material.

The whole process occurs in several stages:

• A pipe of the required diameter is selected; as a rule, a two-meter section is enough;
• The pipe is cut to the length of the rods or fishing rods; you can also provide a small reserve for tackle and space for foam rubber;
• The plug is attached to the body using strong adhesive, and the material can be a thick lid for a plastic jar;
• For comfortable transportation, the case is covered with fabric; if you look at the picture, old jeans were used. If necessary, you can sew in a zipper; the process is complicated, but in the end the comfort of use will be much higher. The figure shows the manufacturing process:

Making a tube for spinning rods from a plastic profile

You can make a tube for a light spinning rod with your own hands from a plastic profile designed for a cable. The material is easy to use and can be easily separated, and it is easy to put insulation inside to protect your fishing gear.

• The design parameters, as in the first case, are determined by the sizes of fishing rods and spinning rods.
• The bottom is made of hard foam and covered with foam rubber;
• The structure must be wrapped tightly with tape on all sides;
• Dense material is taken and the cover is sewn;
• To prevent the lid from getting lost, it is sewn to the surface of the material, it also needs to be reinforced with foam rubber, after which fasteners are made;
• Sew on the strap, having previously installed the fittings; the order of work can be seen in the figure.

Tube made of foam plastic

You can make a spinning tube with your own hands from polystyrene foam, which looks more like a case. The design is interesting to fishermen, since the manufacturing scheme is indicated on many forums and blogs.

Step-by-step algorithm:

• A sheet of polystyrene foam is taken and cut into 2 strips, the size of which is determined by the parameters of the gear and fishing rods;
• To do this, you need to attach fishing rods or spinning rods with a reel and circle them with a marker;
• After the first cut strip, the second one is prepared;
• At this stage, you will need a chisel to make recesses in two strips for volumetric parts; there should be no problems, since the foam plastic is easy to process;
• After the structure is ready, everything will need to be secured on top with plastic or plywood to give the case rigidity;
• For quick preparation Before fishing, pasting must be carried out in such a way that there is free access to spinning accessories.

Now your handmade spinning rod case is ready, you can start searching for fishing spots.

Many people do not want to bother with making cases themselves, since there is big choice finished products, let's look at what types there are.

What types of covers are there for spinning rods?

In any fishing store you can find several options for covers: hard, semi-hard, bags, soft materials and tubes.

The simplest and inexpensive options It is considered to be a structure made of soft waterproof fabric with a capacity of 1 to several fishing rods, but you need to be careful, since there will be no protection from mechanical damage.

Case bags are made of leatherette or plastic, are equipped with straps for easy transportation, and can also accommodate several fishing rods. When choosing, you should give preference to cases designed for a spinning rod or a fishing rod with a reel, since you won’t have to disassemble and reassemble each time. Ideal option There will be a trunk with an internal foam partition, since all gear will be securely fixed.

Making a tube for a light spinning rod with your own hands is problematic, since it is screwed on with lids on both sides and is made of hard plastic. This design has increased strength and is not susceptible to mechanical stress. The choice of tube should be based on the parameters of the rod.

Useful video - how to make a spinning rod tube with your own hands: