Hitorhike B01040 Rod Holder Review
Our verdict
At $39.98 for a 2-piece aluminum plus DuPont composite set, the Hitorhike B01040 costs about $20 to $24 more than the single-piece Sea 27-2P and Scotty 0280-BK, but it's the only holder here confirmed to ship as a matched pair with a V-shaped base mount.
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Anglers who need two rod holders at once and want an aluminum-reinforced build with a V-shaped mount, rather than piecing together two single-unit purchases.
Skip if
Skip this if you only need one rod holder, since paying $39.98 for a pair costs more per unit than most single-piece competitors here, or if pure plastic is fine for your setup.
- Material Aluminum+DUPONT
- Color BLACK
- Pieces 2
- Feature V-shaped base mount, fishing rod holder
- Priced 60% above the category median ($24.97 across 84 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 138 owner ratings
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Popularity1.5/5
138 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other fishing gear and tackle we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
The Hitorhike B01040 sells as a 2-piece set for $39.98, built from aluminum plus DuPont composite material in black. That construction sets it apart from the mostly plastic single-piece holders in this comparison, and the V-shaped base mount is a specific feature none of the other listings call out.
Priced per pair, it works out to roughly $20 per holder, which lands between the Scotty 0280-BK at $18.95 for one unit and the Scotty 230-BK at $24.95 for one unit. Its 4.6 star rating across 138 reviews sits just under the 4.7 average of both Scotty models, though it's close enough that the difference likely isn't meaningful at this review volume.
Demand shows 200+ bought last month, matching the Scotty 0280-BK exactly and landing well ahead of the Sea 27-2P's 50+. For buyers who need to outfit two rod positions, this set avoids the extra cost and hassle of ordering two separate single-piece holders, and the aluminum plus DuPont build gives it a materials edge over the all-plastic options in this comparison.
Pros
- Ships as a 2-piece set, avoiding the need to double up on single-unit holders
- Aluminum plus DuPont composite construction, more reinforced than the all-plastic Sea 27-2P and Scotty 0280-BK
- 4.6 star rating across 138 reviews, more review volume than the Kayak holder's 47 or the JWKF0521ZH's 124
- 200+ bought last month, tied with the Scotty 0280-BK
- V-shaped base mount feature, a specific design detail not listed for competing holders
- In stock and currently available
Cons
- At $39.98 for the pair, costs more than double the Sea 27-2P's $15.99 single unit
- 4.6 rating trails the 4.7 average of both Scotty models
- 138 reviews is a fraction of the Scotty 230-BK's 1,500
- No weight spec listed, unlike the Sea 27-2P and Scotty holders which both list 8 ounces or 1 pound
Specifications
| Material | Aluminum+DUPONT |
|---|---|
| Color | BLACK |
| Pieces | 2 |
| Feature | V-shaped base mount, fishing rod holder |
Performance notes
The aluminum plus DuPont composite build suggests a stiffer, more load-resistant holder than the plain plastic used in the Sea 27-2P and Scotty 0280-BK, since DuPont composites are commonly chosen for added durability without the full weight of solid metal. The V-shaped base mount is a specific feature aimed at stabilizing the rod holder against a rail or flat surface, which can matter for boat or dock setups where vibration or rod pull might otherwise shift a simple friction-fit mount. At roughly $20 per unit when split across the pair, buyers are paying a modest premium over the cheapest single holders here in exchange for that reinforced material and the mounting feature.
What buyers say
A 4.6 rating across 138 reviews puts this set in the middle of the pack for both rating and review volume among the holders compared here, ahead of the Kayak holder's 47 reviews and the JWKF0521ZH's 124, but behind the Scotty 0280-BK's 702 and Scotty 230-BK's 1,500. The 200+ bought last month figure matches the Scotty 0280-BK exactly, suggesting comparable current demand despite this being a 2-piece set at a higher total price. That combination, a solid but not top-tier rating alongside steady purchase volume, points to a product that's meeting expectations for buyers who specifically need a pair.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Hitorhike B01040 come with one rod holder or two?
It ships as a 2-piece set for $39.98 total. That works out to roughly $20 per holder, which is more than the cheapest single-piece options here but includes aluminum plus DuPont construction.
What is the V-shaped base mount feature?
It's a specific mounting design listed for this product, meant to stabilize the holder against a flat surface or rail. None of the other rod holders compared here list this feature.
How does the rating compare to the Scotty rod holders?
The Hitorhike B01040 holds a 4.6 average across 138 reviews, just under the 4.7 rating both Scotty models carry. The Scotty holders have far more reviews behind them, 702 and 1,500 respectively.