Looking for a clampy thingiemejig.

[The Singing Stalker]

Ok, so, I’m fed up with pulling my sticks in and out of the car And getting sat on or hitting me on the back of the head, can't close them down any more due to the fact they might not be straight any more, but hey ho, They are still usable so no point in replacing them.

I know there is this clamp thingie that as you push in, it trips a spring or something and it grips tight. I have no idea what it's called or even where I have seen it, but seen it I have, at some point in the dim and distant past.
It might be some expensive industrial thing. But anybody got an idea? Plan is to bolt, glue, clamp to my roof rack then I can simply press the sticks into it and they will be firmly gripped, then when I get out, they are there for me to grab.

Failing that I am open to alternative ideas. Possibly bungee cords with a big button on the end like sailers used to use to hold the cover on over the mainsail. Showing my nautical abilities there, not that I have been on a sailing boat in 10, err, maybe 20 years? Anybody fancy taking me out on their yacht? See if I can still remember how to do it. I used to be very good, years ago. I digress. Clampie thing, that is the priority.

over to you clampiee sorterouters.

 

[Eric the Red]

Wall Mounted Mop Brush Broom Organizer Hanger Holder Storage Rack Kitchen Clean 5060612894225 | eBay ?

It'd do the job.

Failing that something like Rhino ATV camps might do it - QUAD ATV UTV Gun Grips - Great range of products to protect your weapon! | eBay

 

[shakey jake]

magnetic fishing rod holders.

 

[Klenchblaize]

Pair of Hardy Fishing Rod Car Clamps

Pair of Hardy Fishing Rod Car Clamps Two stainless steel car clamps marked with Hardy stamp, screw-tightening rubber clamps for roof rack or door sill, with foam inserts that screw-tighten at the other end to hold the rods securely. Perfect for transporting your ready-assembled rods ready for...

www.thomasturner.com

K

 

[willie_gunn]

Depending on the size of the sticks:

Mini Quick Fist® Clamp for mounting Tools & Equipment 5/8" - 1-3/8" Diameter (Pack of 2) - 30050 : Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools

Mini Quick Fist® Clamp for mounting Tools & Equipment 5/8" - 1-3/8" Diameter (Pack of 2) - 30050 : Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools

www.amazon.co.uk

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Quikc-Fist-Clamps-10010-Quick/dp/B000CQPANY

 

[willie_gunn]

Or were you thinking of something more like this?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08BJ15FKL

 

[Len the dog]

Velcro straps?

 

[deerstalker.308]

Often thought about one of the tubes builders use for carrying pipes etc. would be a simple storage solution mounted to the roof bars?

 

[wytonpjs]

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Kolpin-21540-RATCHETING-Rhino-Grip/dp/B006OZF6PY?th=1

 

[Len the dog]

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Kolpin-21540-RATCHETING-Rhino-Grip/dp/B006OZF6PY?th=1

They look the dog’s danglies.

 

[paul o']

4" Poly pipe blank one end off other end screw fitting collar /other end , two big ring clams or 4 inch u bolts or bend a bit of 3/8 stud DIY bolted on rack around £25 all done

 

[NullMac]

Just open the window and have them hanging out a bit. No need for thingymijigs

 

[Carlsuffolk]

Bit of tube on the passenger high level grab rail and a bungee on the back passenger one safe and secure in the motor and easy to get to

 

[Greenmist]

Jump lead clamps

 

[Klenchblaize]

Depending on the size of the sticks:

Mini Quick Fist® Clamp for mounting Tools & Equipment 5/8" - 1-3/8" Diameter (Pack of 2) - 30050 : Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools

Mini Quick Fist® Clamp for mounting Tools & Equipment 5/8" - 1-3/8" Diameter (Pack of 2) - 30050 : Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools

www.amazon.co.uk

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Quikc-Fist-Clamps-10010-Quick/dp/B000CQPANY

These cable tied to roof rack.

I use two pairs bolted back-to-back and attached to the vehicle’s roll cage. Same ones have been in place since 2005.

K

 

[wytonpjs]

These cable tied to roof rack.

I use two pairs bolted back-to-back and attached to the vehicle’s roll cage.

@Klenchblaize Exactly my thoughts - a question though if I may? I live about 80 minutes from my regular stalking and much of this is done at motorway speeds. Whilst I wouldn't intend to transit with the sticks externally held in the clamps, do you get any wind noise/whistling from leaving the grips permamently tie-wraped to the roofrack?

 

[gixer1]

An even cheaper option I use is reusable cable ties, cable tie the sticks directly to the roof rack. -

 

[Klenchblaize]

@Klenchblaize Exactly my thoughts - a question though if I may? I live about 80 minutes from my regular stalking and much of this is done at motorway speeds. Whilst I wouldn't intend to transit with the sticks externally held in the clamps, do you get any wind noise/whistling from leaving the grips permamently tie-wraped to the roofrack?

I drive a mobile shed Landrover Defender so I’m only spared noise/whistling when vehicle is stationary!

You raise a good question in terms of ‘normal’ vehicle fitment and imagine positioning and angle will play a part.

K

 

[bullet chucker]

Buy a new set that aint bent?

BC.

 

[B&W FOX]

Is this the sort of clampy thingy you were after