Houston, Texas – RAILBLAZA, manufacturer of premium quality, user-friendly electronics, fishing and boating mounting systems and accessories, announced the launch of their revolutionary HEXX Live Pole, an innovative new system to mount and direct live sonar transducers independent of a trolling motor.

Anglers worldwide are embracing incredible new live sonar technology to view more action below the water in real-time. Garmin LiveScope, Lowrance ActiveTarget and Humminbird MegaLive feeds, viewed on fish finders and MFD’s, deliver precise imagery of underwater structure, schools of fish, target species and even fish reacting to bait and lures. Live sonar transducer manufacturers recommend fitment to trolling motors. However, the target of the transducer becomes dependent on trolling motor orientation – and the image is seldom pointing where anglers desire. Kayak anglers are also excluded, not commonly using trolling motors. Listening to customers and responding to marine electronics trends, the new RAILBLAZA HEXX Live Pole attaches to the boat or kayak and is swung into the water, enabling a live transducer to be aimed at underwater targets while stationary or underway at up to five knots. After use, HEXX Live Pole is swung out of the water for storage or easily removed, folded and stowed. With a fluid 360-degree rotation to follow targets, the Live Pole also features a direction indicator to show transducer aim.

“Whether in fresh or salt water, fishing is among the most popular pastimes worldwide, transcending cultures and climates,” said Andrew Moczygemba, President, RAILBLAZA USA. “As small boat fishing gains in popularity and anglers look for the challenge and thrill of kayak fishing, live sonar transducers mounted to a trolling motor are not a feasible tool they can take advantage of. The new HEXX Live Pole is a lightweight, easy-to-install and easy-to-use solution bringing the power of live sonar to a much wider audience. In addition, anglers with bass or bay boats that want to get the power of live sonar views, while their trolling motor articulates to keep them locked into position, the HEXX Live Pole is an option delivering incredible versatility. We are confident this is going to be a game changer for anglers of all levels.”

Embodying RAILBLAZA’s “hold everything” mantra, with interlocking mounts and accessories, the HEXX Live Pole is intuitive, removable and highly functional. It offers tool-free operation, making it easy to attach and detach live sonar transducers from Garmin, Lowrance and Humminbird. The HEXX Live Pole can be secured underway swiftly stowing on the gunnel or detached completely in seconds to stow onboard. It has a compact footprint, folding for efficient storage and reduced shipping volume. Fully adjustable, it can be raised or lowered to the perfect height, can be adjusted inboard or outboard and can be locked to hold position. It is offered in two lengths: 61-inches, which perfectly places the soft grip handle near hip height for easy operation on powerboats; or 30-inches, ideal for kayaks, canoes and dinghies with low freeboard.

Clever cable management clips are included to streamline the installation and protect the transducer cable. One HEXX mounting base ships with each version allowing further heavy duty RAILBLAZA HEXX Rod Holders or large electronics mounts to be swapped out for enhanced versatility.

HEXX Live Pole is constructed of custom extruded anodized aluminum tubing held tight with tough, fiber-reinforced and high-impact polymer. All components are highly UV-resistant to not become brittle or discolor in the harsh marine environment.

The HEXX Live Pole 60- and 30-inch models are available from RAILBLAZA’s network of dealers and retailers with an MSRP of $329.99 USD and $229.99 USD, respectively. For more information on RAILBLAZA, the HEXX Live Pole, or their full line of products, please visit railblaza.com.

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HEXX Rod Holder 11-4189-11

HEXX Rod Holder has withstood a punishing testing program to endure the largest trolling loads and strongest strikes of the RAILBLAZA rod holder line up.

• For spinning reels, bait caster and saltwater overhead reels.
• Rotating collar helps reduce ‘strike-theft’
• Rear gimble lock reduces rod rotation for compatible rods; lift to slide rods through.
• Fully adjustable 90° around, over 90° vertical
• Easy access to reel when in position
• Square-tooth adjustable tilt stops rotational slipping.

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Press release by Rushton Gregory Communications,

Auckland, New Zealand – RAILBLAZA, manufacturer of premium quality, user-friendly mounting systems and accessories, announced the launch of its new C-Tug R with Kiwi Wheels. 

RAILBLAZA C-Tug R with Kiwi Wheels is the next evolution in the world’s best-selling kayak cart. Compatible with all the vessels the original cart suited and more, the RAILBLAZA C-TUG R now fits a wider selection of hull profiles including pontoon hulls like that on the Hobie Pro Angler, Hobie Outback, to name a few. Building on the bestselling innovations of the C-Tug range, the new C-Tug R features a pair of 20-inch hull rails allowing users to easily secure the cart for perfect positioning, to optimize loading/unloading, reduce pulling load and get on the water faster.

The C-Tug R assembles and dismantles in seconds and stows easily in a kayak or canoe hatch and allows users to leave gear onboard their craft while loading on and off the cart without the need for an extra pair of hands. C-Tug’s Kiwi Wheels are like nothing else on the market – puncture-free with hi-grip rubber tread, they are super durable, roll freely and designed to soften the ride.

“As kayak hull designs grow and evolve, we have matched that evolution with a range expansion and innovation of our own,” said Andrew Moczygemba, President, RAILBLAZA USA. “Our new C-Tug R with Kiwi Wheels is the perfect complement to the latest kayak models, and we’re confident it will greatly enhance any kayaking adventure.” 

The new C-Tug R is lightweight, coming in at only 8.8-pounds with a 220-pound loading capacity. Constructed of reinforced composite material and stainless steel, reinforced axles, the C-Tug is constructed to last no matter what users throw at it. For secure transport, the C-Tug includes a strap with cam-lock buckle and an adjustable kickstand for easy use. C-Tug Kiwi wheels have a diameter of 10.3-inches and a width of 3.6-inches for excellent maneuverability over almost any terrain. Backed by an industry-leading five-year warranty, the RAILBLAZA C-Tug R with Kiwi Wheels is available through RAILBLAZA’s network of dealers for MSRP $169.99 USD. Available to public from November 17th, Pre order now through your local RAILBLAZA dealer.

About RAILBLAZA:
Hold Everything… with RAILBLAZA StarPorts and an extensive range of mounting accessories. The RAILBLAZA system lets you multi-task the space on your boat, ATV, RV or trailer… Making your outdoor life one to hold on to. What sets RAILBLAZA apart from its competition is the simplicity of our StarPort^TM mount, the ease with which people fit it, and the diverse range of situations it’s used in.  Super strong, all RAILBLAZA parts are made from high quality, UV stabilized, engineering polymers, stainless steel and anodised aluminium. Where extra strength is required, the polymers used are fiberglass reinforced. We’re committed to making people’s lives easier, by providing diverse, flexible and user-friendly mounting systems and accessories to the marine, RV and farming sectors internationally. We have proven this commitment by a process of continuous refinement of our product line, and excellent customer service. Since dispatching our first shipment in March 2010, people the world over have discovered how useful RAILBLAZA products are, we now sell in nearly 50 countries. www.railblaza.com

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As professional anglers we spend a lot of time in between our bass fishing tournament days or in the evenings respooling our rods and reels, we need to have fresh line ready for the next day. With the RAILBLAZA Spooling Station I can sit in my Nitro boat passenger seat and respool line with Spooling Station fitted inside the lid of my storage hatch.

I can spool however many reels I need its super easy to use and change the spool over, so versatile like anything in the RAILBLAZA range. You can mount the Spooling Station in a StarPort, in a track system or you can hard mount it like I have in my Nitro hatch lid & in the garage.  

Key Features

• The height-adjustable shaft means it is compatible with fishing line spools up to 50mm (2”) thick and a maximum diameter of 115 mm (4.5”)
• Integrated brake for adjustable spool tension
• Adjustable orientation allows for the spooling station to pivot and point to your rod tip
• Spool line retention clip to stop spool unravelling when not in use
• Fold back tether point to hold the spooling station closed. Ideal for folding away in a cupboard or locker
• Easily shift between boat, kayak, workshop or have multiple units for easy access wherever you are using StarPorts, tracks or fixed mount.

Great for holding leader line – I have one mounted in my Versatrack system to hold my leader line, its right there at the side of the boat when I break off my leader its super easy to get to. such a great tool and so versatile. A great addition to the RAILBLAZA line up,  check it out at your local RAILBLAZA dealer.

Spooling Station is available in 2 options – see below 

Spooling Station Fixed or StarPort Mount

Can be easily attached directly to a flat vertical surface with the supplied self-tapping screws. Also comes with a StarPort adapter making it compatible with all RAILBLAZA StarPort mounts. StarPort Mounts sold separately. Click the image to find out more

Spooling Station Track Mount

Allows a tool-free installation on gunnel tracks of most aluminium fishing boats including Tracker VersaTrack, Crestliner, LUND Sport Trak, LOWE Boats, Princecraft PrinceTrak, Xpress Boats, War Eagle, EXCEL Boats, G3, Ranger, Horizon & Stessl Boats Australia (2020 onwards). You can also use this version with our TracLoader Gunnel Track when mounted on a vertical surface. Click image to find out more

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Mount It Anywhere

Tackle Caddy can be mounted anywhere you need it on the boat with 3 different options, Tackle Caddy TracMount, Tackle Caddy Console Mount or StarPort Mounted.

Tackle Caddy TracMount - Tool-less installation Tackle Caddy TracMount is designed to suit gunnel tracks in the USA & Australian boats including Tracker boats, Crestliner boats, Lowe boats, Lund, War Eagle, Princecraft, Horizon aluminium boats, Stessl aluminium boats and many more.

All TracMount hardware is supplied on the TracMount model part number 09-4151-11.

Tackle Caddy Console Mount - Tackle Caddy is also supplied as a console mount for use in lockers, sides of consoles, RAILBLAZA Fillet Table, cooler/esky and any vertical space in the cockpit.  Supplied with stainless hardware for permanent mounting anywhere on your boat. 

If needed Tackle Caddy can easily be made StarPort compatible using RAILBLAZA Adaptor pair part number 02-4043-11 (ordered separately).

Product Dimensions 300mmW (12”) x 115mmH (4.5”) x 125mmD (5”)

Features:

• Holds 2 x Plano 3400 series Original Stowaway tackle boxes or similar
• Slots for pliers, keys, lures, phones, VHF’s, binoculars, drink bottles, sunblock, mugs & much more…
• Supplied as a kit, easy to assemble
• UV resistant material

Find out more and order yours by clicking the photo below.

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At RAILBLAZA HQ we have been working over the last 12 Months on improving our friction joints. The result is a new system, where the rotating joints can be locked, and the middle knuckle joint is adjustable. We have named it R-Lock, and we think it’s the easiest camera holder to use.

As users of our camera mounts will tell you, the easy, single-handed adjustment of RAILBLAZA camera mounts makes them a market leader. The new camera mounts still do all the same things, but have the added lock feature on the swivels, and the knuckle joint is now adjustable. As usual, these are made in New Zealand from high quality materials, and are fully UV proof.

• Quick and easy single-handed adjustment using the lockable R-Lock friction joints
• R-Lock swivel joints can be locked, adjustable knuckle joint
• Unscrew GoPro mount to use ¼ 20” screw
• Light-weight and rigid

 The first two products getting the R-Lock upgrade are the Camera Boom 600, and the Camera Mount, these will be followed by a range of mounts for sounders.

There’s a reason why these fully adjustable GoPro mounts are so popular! Like all RAILBLAZA products, these camera mounts are super easy to install and the ideal way to mount your GoPro Hero 4, GoPro Hero 5 and all other brands of action cams. It certainly makes capturing those niggly wide shots a breeze while you’re on the water. These are one of the most popular GoPro mounting accessories on the market for capturing heavy duty action – you can literally mount them anywhere and they’ll just hold the camera how you need it. 

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“This is undoubtedly going to be one of the most popular mounts from RAILBLAZA for every tinny owner out there. I guarantee that once you try it, you will want more. “

I just got the new RAILBLAZA TracWedge for my tinny. I recently picked up a Quintrex Explorer. It’s actually my second as I have a growing family, all wanting to start to come fishing with me and we have outgrown just the 1 boat.

Image Credit: JV Marine World 

The first boat is all decked out in RAILBLAZA gear and I’m a big fan. I spent ages mounting StarPorts and SidePorts all over the boat. A little bit stressful having to drill holes all over the tinny and hoping I got them in the right spot.

Once it was done, I was extremely happy with the outcome and I had rod holders & drink holders wherever you turned. Loved it. The most underrated piece of RAILBLAZA was the StowPod. Who would have thought a little bucket would be used so often. If you haven’t got one, do yourself a favour and at least pick one of them up. It will make a world of difference.

Anyway… the new boat I have been a bit reluctant to drill holes all through the boat, so I put a few RailMounts on. The rails aren’t in the best places for rod holders but would do the job. And then I saw the TracWedge.

To say I was excited was an understatement. I had to get my hands on a few of these. This is probably one of the best inventions I think they could have come up with and it is the answer to all my problems. It’s the most basic mount and so easy to install. The best part is, no drilling is required, they don’t get in the way and you can put as many in as you want by just tightening the two screws. if you’re not happy with the location, unscrew it and move it. No holes in the boat!!!

I have both the StarPort and SidePort TracWedges and it has solved my problem of not having rod holders in the right spot. I have drink holders in the perfect position for the kids and my fish finder isn’t mounted on the outside of the boat and at risk of falling overboard on the off chance I don’t lock it into position.

I can now see the bottom of the boat as everything that was once just dumped on the boat floor now has a home in one of the various RAILBLAZA accessories. The SidePort wedge is perfect for rod holders, bait boards and platforms and the StarPort wedge is perfect for drink holds and my favourite – the StowPod.

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• Half the effort
• Puncture free
• Fits all C-TUGs

SandTrakz puncture free wheels mimic this track system, the outer rim compresses when in use giving a longer track length. On soft sand this reduces how hard you have to pull to move your trolley by more than half compared to standard puncture free Kiwi Wheels*! In fact the SandTrakz system is so effective we think it’s better than balloon wheels!

Whilst they are designed to make life easier on soft surfaces SandTrakz wheels are capable on hard surfaces. The Patent pending, C-TUG SandTrakz are designed to compress when on hard surface allowing you to transition from hard to soft surfaces.

Easily fit to your existing C-Tug Kayak and Canoe Trolley and can be packed down to fit inside hatches so you take your trolley out on the water with you.

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C.W.S Bag (Carry Wash Store)

Keeping gear together and losing small parts on a boat, kayak or even in the shed has its challenges. Washing it down one piece at a time takes ages. RAILBLAZA have the answer with the new CWS Bag. This mesh bag is designed to not only keep your gear tidy and easy to carry, but has the advantage of being able to wash the gear while still in the bag, and then hang it out to dry.

(Self draining mesh bag means you can wash your gear inside the bag and hang to dry)

Got a removable sounder, how do you keep those cables safe and tidy? Big enough to hold your sounder, transducer and all the cables, or maybe 2 rod holders, a mobi and light pole. You’ll always know where your things are, and can be certain the small bits aren’t lost in the bottom of the locker or boot of the car.

Loops in the bag make it easy to hang your C.W.S bag using our Hook25 . Hang to dry or until you next need your gear.

• Keep track of small parts
• Gear stays together
• Fast, easy wash down
• Tidy cable storage
• Simple transport of multiple items

Find out more about the C.W.S bag HERE

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RAILBLAZA have just launched the new, removable solution for holding LPG & propane bottles, scuba dive bottles and gas and water cans. It can be permanently mounted, or made removable, and can even be mounted to your rails.

Designed and made in New Zealand from materials suitable to the harsh marine environment, this fully adjustable bottle holder will help you tidy up your cockpit, keep your scuba gear safely out of the way, and is installed in minutes. It features a plastic buckle for quick and easy operation, and a fully adjustable strap for different bottle diameters, also supplied with all the necessary stainless steel fasteners.

DIVE & GAS BOTTLE HOLDER

This model can be permanently mounted using fastenings supplied or made removable using our StarPort mounting system. StarPort mounts are not included in the pack as many different options are available, so you can choose how you want to mount it and buy the required mounts. The kit is one set to hold one bottle or can, and includes StarPort adaptors and all stainless screws for permanent mounting.

During the install you position the brackets at the required spacing to suit the size of bottle or container you are wanting it to hold.

Mounts to virtually any surface

On sailboat rails, removable when not needed

Fuel cans

LPG/Propane bottles

TRACPORT DIVE & GAS BOTTLE HOLDER

The TracPort Dive and Gas Bottle Kit is a fully adjustable system allowing you to safely retain different sized Dive bottles, Gas bottles, Fuel and water cans and even rubbish bins. Adjustable straps with quick release buckles allow for easy operation and full versatility.

This system can be permanently mounted, or made removable using our StarPort system, so the whole rack can be clipped out and stowed. The TracPort system can be expanded by joining two kits together, or buying extra lengths of track and adding StarPorts and accessories.

There are many uses for this product, hold two bottles, or one bottle and other RAILBLAZA accessories.

The position of the brackets is fully adjustable to suit the size of bottle or container you are wanting it to hold at the time. This means the same rack will hold different bottles on different days.

Double bottle holder

Fuel Cans

LPG/Propane Bottles

Assembly

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