Spinning or casting who cares it holds both very well. The Zooka tube is the coolest rod holder to come to there are multiple variations that make it even more versatile. I am currently using a ram ball zooka tube and two 8in arm with ram bases for rear rod holders or stake out pole holders. The Zooka tube is set up to secure which ever rod is being put into it not just hold it. I like it for how it secures the fishing rods I love it for how I can use it to stake out or put a panfish camera mount into get some unique and different angles for hero shots. These rod holders are made out of high quality materials that will last for a long time and can be used for a long time and on multiple kayaks for multiple applications. A definite go to rod holder regardless of if you fish ponds or oceans.

I purchased 2 Zooka Tubes and added the YakAttack HD Track Mount for the non rotating solution on the left side of my kayak.

The versatility of the Zooka Tube for a Baitcaster, Spinning Reel and using it like a Rocket launcher makes this new rod holder my #1 go to accessory on the kayak. It is more compact than my others and installs in seconds, plus it fits in my front hatch of the Hobie Pro Angler, again another bonus.

It does take some getting used to after a strong hook up to pull a baitcaster out of the hole that holds the finger grip on your rod. Though the more I use it the easier it is getting.

I may just sell my other rod holders and get a few more of YakAttack's Zooka Tubes.

Luther Cifers from YakAttack upped the ante when he introduced the Zooka Tube this summer. A rod holder that can manage baitcasters, spinning reels, long pole or just about any other combination, the Zooka is proving to be one of the most versatile, rugged options for securing your fishing poles.

Past the obvious use, many folks, myself included are using the Zooka as a holder for a Park-N-Pole. An anchor trolley gives a lot of flex and using the scupper holes in your kayak can do damage over time when trying to stay put in wind and waves. The Zooka allows a very rigid mounting point to your kayak with easy in and out access for quick moves on and off anchor.


The Zooka also allows lots of flexible positions because of the RAM ball. The spherical head provides myriad angles to make sure you can choose what you need for best ease of use specific for your application.


Inside the Zooka are interlocking teeth, tightened by a wing style nut and fitted with an interior spring. This is my only gripe about the rod holder. The interlocking teeth offer too few angles and deep teeth that require a lot of unscrewing, separation and re-tightening to set the angle of the tube. While on the water, this is tough and a bit scary.

Utilizing an existing product I have had success modifying the Zooka slightly to make those slight adjustments quicker and less difficult. I have added a Scotty Slip Disc to the interior gear set. By placing this Slip Disc inside, I only need a quarter turn to loosen the tube find the exact angle I need and then re-tighten. This slight modification is low cost ($4) and gives further refinement to an already well designed rod holder.

The Zooka Tube is definitely worth a look. I have already replaced my RAM 2007 rod holder with the Zooka and have plans for an additional one in the near future. For about $30 you can add one to your arsenal and stop limiting the rods you can take with you. This newest offering from YakAttack will fit almost all of them.