I'm part of the NWKA AOTY committee and one of the prizes we have lined up for 2016 is custom built rod from a local rod maker. He isn't a kayaker and is asking about ideas to make this rod unique. One of my thoughts was a leash attachment point.
Has anyone here done some thing similar?

If you were having a custom made rod for kayak fishing would you like a permanent leash point?

Personally, I'd like something above the reel but I'm torn between doing some in more elegant than the double zip tie method or going more along the lines of a fixed pad eye. Kinda like an oversized hook holder.

I only use leashes for surf launch and landings but the idea of a well built custom rod with a leash attachment point seems like a great idea.

Any other ideas?

Thoughts?

Here are a couple pictures of what I'm thinking about.

All you need is a shark hook and a club!

Pacific halibut aren't going to kill you but I wouldn't gaff one with a rigid gaff or kage as the first strike.  Most kayak guys that catch pacific halibut use a harpoon or shark hook attached to a bouy. Once you stick them they tend to go balistic.

Yes bicycle pedals are threaded one lefthand one righthand threads

These arms were designed to specifically address that problem. I had these made from solid high strength aluminum. Instead of the pedal shafts being press fit into the arm each arm is tapped for a standard 9/16" bicycle pedal. If you want to use the stock hobie pedals there is an included billet stainless shaft the threads into each arm and accepts the stock pedals.
I had a pre buy that is over and done with but I have some sets finished and ready to ship if you are interested. $100 each plus $5 for shipping for NCKA members. PM me if you are interested.

Orders shipped today!

Thanks to everyone who helped to make this happen.
Anyone who want a set and didn't get in on the pre order I'll knock $25 off the regular price for NCKA guys. $100
PM me if you are interested.
Thanks,
~Bill

Arms are finished machining and off at the Anno Shop. Should be ready to ship in the next week to 10 days.

Only 3 sets left at $85 after that I will end the pre buys and send the order off to manufacturer and sets will be $125 retail.
Thanks for the support!