Reactive fishing rod holder

#The present invention relates generally to fishing rod holders, and more particularly to a new and unique reactive fishing rod holder for ice-fishing.

#Various fishing rod holders have been available heretofore for holding fishing rods. Some are adapted for holding a single rod; others for holding multiple rods at once, either during transport or during fishing. Further, some fishing rod holders are only suitable for use on a boat when fishing on open water, while others may only be suitable for use when fishing off of a dock or from a shoreline instead of on open water.

#Fishing rod holders that are particularly adapted for ice fishing have also been available heretofore because the requirements for ice fishing are different. Ice fishing rods tend to be short and light. The line is light. The bait is usually small and light. A different technique is required as well because ice fishing takes place through a hole in the ice while the fisherman sits in a fish house or out in the open on a frozen lake. The fish often tend to be sluggish and less active during the winter, which in turn can make it difficult to determine whether a fish has taken the bait.

#A better understanding of the invention can be had by reference to the following Detailed Description in conjunction with the accompanying Drawing, wherein:

#FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the improved fishing rod holder according a first embodiment of the invention herein.

#FIG. 2 is a side view thereof;

#Referring now to the Drawing, wherein like reference numerals designate like or corresponding elements throughout the views, with particular reference to FIGS. 1-3, there is shown a fishing rod holder 10 incorporating the invention. As will be explained hereinafter, the holder 10 is of a new and unique construction and is especially adapted to be reactive and responsive under the particular conditions of ice fishing.

#FIG. 1 shows holder 10 resting on the ice 12 next to a fishing hole 14, although it could also be set next to a hole in the floor of a fish house over the hole.

#The holder 10 includes a base 15 including a generally horizontal foot 16, a generally vertical leg 18 secured to the base, and a generally horizontal arm 20 secured to the top of the leg and extending out over the base. Base 15 can be of any suitable size and shape. In the preferred embodiment foot 16 is circular and made of metal wire about 10 inches in diameter.