VEXPLO Fishing Rod Holder for Bike
- Rod Holder
A solidly built, tool-free clamp that held firm across bikes, boat rails and even a scooter deck for most reviewers, with one report of a fit mismatch on larger diameter tubing.
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How it ranks among the 85 rod holders we track
4.3★ across 21 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
21 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
200+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 85 rod holders we track - how the scorecard works · full rod holders data report. Confidence: limited - limited rating history.Last refreshed Jul 5, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
A clamp-on rod holder that grips round tubing from 0.47 to 2.09 inches, built to move a fishing rod between a bike frame, boat rail, golf cart or similar without tools.
The aluminum C-clamp tightens by hand and locks into one of three positions with radial teeth for height and angle adjustment, backed by a silicone pad meant to protect the mounting surface from scratches. One buyer returned it after the clamp would not close on a pipe near the top of its stated range, worth weighing against the several reviewers who found it rock solid on bike frames and boat rails.
- C-clamp fits 0.47 to 2.09 inch round tubing
- Aluminum construction with silicone padding
- Three mounting positions with locking teeth
- Includes bungee cord and retaining pin
Who it's for
Suits cyclists, e-bike and scooter riders who want to carry a rod hands free between a parking area and the water, plus boat owners who want the same clamp to double on a rail. Buyers mounting to tubing right at the top of the stated size range should confirm fit before relying on it.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers consistently described the clamp as solid and rock steady on bikes, boat rails and even a scooter deck, with several praising the tool-free knob and adjustable angle. One buyer returned it after it failed to fit a pipe close to 2 inches, and another suggested adding a washer so the bottom screw doesn't pass through the tube.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Tool-free knob tightening for quick install and removal
- Adjustable height and angle with locking teeth
- Held solid on bikes, boat rails and a scooter deck
- One buyer found it did not fit a 2 inch pipe despite the stated range
- Bottom screw can pass through the rod tube without a washer
Performance notes
The knob tightened C-clamp with silicone padding held steady on bike frames, a boat's bow rail, and a scooter deck across multiple testers, with no wobble reported once tightened. A long pin through the rod tube and an included bungee cord keep the rod and reel from sliding out during rougher rides.
Specifications
| Brand | VEXPLO |
|---|---|
| Model | VP13 |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in rod holders.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| VEXPLO Fishing Rod Holder for BikeThis product | 4.3 / 5 | 21 | 2.7 / 5 |
| PLUSINNO V9 Vertical Fishing Rod HoldersPLUSINNO | 4.8 / 5 | 5,900 | 4.4 / 5 |
| YakAttack Omega Pro Rod HolderYakAttack | 4.7 / 5 | 2,200 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Fishing Rod Holder for GroundFishing | 4.6 / 5 | 1,500 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Rush Creek CreationsRush | 4.5 / 5 | 12,300 | 4.2 / 5 |
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Questions about the VEXPLO VP13
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What size tubing does this rod holder clamp onto?
A stated range of 0.47 to 2.09 inches in diameter.
Do I need tools to install or remove it?
No, the clamp tightens and releases with a hand knob.
Can it be used on something other than a bike?
Yes, reviewers used it on boat rails, golf carts and a scooter deck in addition to bikes.