UP-Right Rod Transportation System
$190.00
The Up-Right fishing rod roof rack system holds up to four fully rigged rods securely at highway speed. Works with spinning, baitcaster, conventional, and fly reels. See our full range of rod rack systems.
If your fishing rods are spending more time wedged in your back seat than they are in the water, this fishing rod roof rack system was built for you. It mounts to your existing roof rack crossbars and holds up to four fully rigged rods securely at highway speed — no tangled lines, no reel damage, no broken tips.
Up-Right Fishing Rod Roof Rack — Works With Your Reels and Vehicle
The Up-Right system was designed around how anglers actually fish — rods rigged up and ready to go. The vertical tube holders are sized to accommodate spinning reels, baitcaster reels, conventional reels, and fly fishing outfits, keeping each reel locked in position so nothing shifts during the drive.
It fits factory OEM roof racks and the majority of aftermarket crossbar systems, including Thule and Yakima bars. Customers run it on Toyota Tacomas, Subaru Foresters, Buick Enclaves, Jeep Gladiators, Ford F-150s — if it has crossbars, it works.
Built for the conditions you fish in
| Feature | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Locking mechanism | Molded lock on each tube keeps rods from lifting out at highway speed or in wind. |
| UV-stable materials | Won’t degrade, crack, or fade from sun exposure — engineered for long-term outdoor use. |
| Rust-proof construction | Marine-grade materials throughout. Safe for saltwater coastal environments. |
| Highway-rated | Tested at highway speeds with fully rigged rods loaded. No flex, no rattle. |
| Weather resistant | Designed to handle rain, dust, and temperature swings without compromising retention. |
What’s in the box
- Up-Right rod holder tubes (holds up to 4 rods)
- Crossbar mounting clamps (fits aero, square, and round bars)
- Locking hardware
- Installation hardware and instructions
Weight: 6 lbs | Dimensions: 20 x 17 x 5 cm
Easy installation — under 30 minutes
Mount the clamps to your crossbars, drop in the rod holders, and tighten. No drilling, no permanent modifications to your vehicle. The installation video below walks through the full process step by step.
Compatibility
Fits factory OEM and aftermarket roof rack crossbars.
Popular crossbar brands include Thule and Yakima.
For a full list of compatible bar brands and profiles — including truck rack systems — See the GearRAK roof rack compatibility guide for a full list.
Looking for a lower-profile option? If garage clearance or a lower roofline is a concern, see the Low Profile Rod Transportation System.
Questions before you order? Call us at (833) GEARRAK or email CustomerService@GearRAK.com — our team fishes and knows the product.
| Weight | 6 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20 × 17 × 5 cm |
j19tss (verified owner) –
Awesome way to get around town with your rods. I love having the extra space in my SUV and also not annoying passengers with rods sticking every which way.
Jen Reed (verified owner) –
Absolutely LOVE my upright rod rack from GearRak! Saves room in my Forester when we travel and my rods stay safe a secure. I shopped around for a long time for a rack to fit my needs. This one is by far the best fishing rooftop rod rack on the market. We even ordered 1 for my father in law this year as a gift and he’s so excited to use it! Customer service was top notch as well. Thanks GearRak!!!
Sam –
This rod system has worked extremely well for our Buick Enclave SUV. It even easily transports my 12′ surf rod!
Customer service is absolutely wonderful and helped out on more than one occasion.
William Whelchel (verified owner) –
Customer service is excellent. I had a minor issue and they took care of it quickly with a smile. The Upright Rod Rack is awesome for my 4 door Tacoma. I have several 6’+ one-piece spinning rods and they do not fit inside the cab in a way that is safe for the rods or me and my friends. With the Up-Right system I can use it with the roof rack, or more recently I have moved it to the cross bars that go over the truck bed. The rods only stick out past the tailgate by a few inches. IT IS AWESOME!! The rods are much more protected in this rack than they are in the cab. I love this product and again, the customer service is impressive. Hard to find that in a company now.