I spent time trying to decide between Trxstle CRC v3.0 and Riversmith River Quiver 2 Banger. Riversmith is a local company, and I had the opportunity to talk with their team at the Denver Fly Fishing Show. My biggest goal was finding a system that I could easily move between two different vehicles while also being simple to store when not in use.

One of my vehicles has standard crossbars, while the other has a rooftop tent that takes up almost the entire roof. After brainstorming with the Riversmith team for quite a while, we just couldn’t come up with a setup that would let me quickly swap the rod holder between vehicles. The biggest issue was that the holder had to slide through the entire length of the T-channels, which made installation and removal more time-consuming and frustrating than I wanted.

Then I reached out to Trxstle and spoke with Morgan — and he solved the problem immediately.

The Trxstle team came up with two different mounting solutions specifically tailored to each vehicle and even custom designed a mount that attaches perfectly to the side of our rooftop tent. For the standard crossbars they helped configure an oversized mount that allows us to run both the rod holder and our cargo box side-by-side on the crossbars without sacrificing functionality or convenience.

What really sold me on Trxstle was the flexibility of their design. Their mounting plates can slide in at multiple locations along the rod holder, instead of just going in at the end. This feature makes the setup from one vehicle to another is incredibly quick and easy. I can swap it over by myself in just a few minutes.

Another feature I like is how compact the holder becomes when folded down. That smaller footprint makes storage, travel, and switching between setups so much easier than I expected.

On top of all that, Trxstle’s customer service has been outstanding. Anytime we’ve had questions or needed help, they’ve responded quickly and gone above and beyond to make sure everything worked perfectly. It’s rare to find a company that combines innovative engineering with genuinely great customer support.

I would absolutely recommend Trxstle to anyone looking for a versatile, high-quality fly rod holder system. Their product, flexibility, and customer service are all top-notch.

As a longtime fan and customer of Trxstle CRC Rod Carriers, the ARC has exceeded all my expectations. My ARC easily carries six fly rods including my Spey rod. The ARC is impeccably designed and rock solid on the backroads of Montana. I mounted my two CRC Rod Carriers on my skiff trailer. Will never be at a loss for fully outfitted fly rods at my disposal when I hit the rivers of Montana. Well done Trxstle!

Fitment was perfect on my INEOS Grenadier. Easy install. Customer support was top notch. Very pleased with outcome.

I’ve loved being able to use the ARC for all the kinds of fishing that I like to do. For winter steelhead, I used to be able to pack a nymphing rod in my old rod carrier, but then place my baitcasting and spinning rods broken down in my car. Now, I can keep all my rods up top in the ARC and keep my cabin clean and organized. When I get to the river, I already have my rods rigged so I don’t have to spend an extra 20 minutes wasting time. I highly recommend the ARC to anyone that wants to maximize time on the water and enjoys fishing multiple techniques.

Just got my new ARC and its by far the best rod carrier I've ever seen! I've had some other brands for my fly rods in the past and this product is clearly built way better. Currently I'm using it for my fly rods, but plan to use it for my daughters spinning rods when needed as well. Thanks for a great product Trxstle!

I had an issue with a shipment and no questions asked replaced with in two weeks!

I was going back and forth on getting one for a while and finally pulled the trigger. Took it out in the first trip with the rod sleeves on and it did great. It helps me out as a YouTube content creator to move from spot to spot with a fully rigged set up instead of constantly breaking the rod down and putting it back together again. Another reason I got it is because I love supporting Montana brands as I am from there myself. It’s a great product if you like to fly fish and want to keep your rod rigged and ready to go! I’ll be doing a full video review on it in the future after a few more trips!

Excellent build quality and design. My 11'3" two-hander slides in with the reel off, and when I called to ask how to fit it in there I spoke to a great guy with good intel. No issues with storage after the trip was finished.

put these on my new Leitner platform rack for my topper. They are low profile and couldn’t be easier for my rod case on and off. Love ‘em!

Great product! I really like that it collapses down so I can store it easily when not in use. I wouldn’t change a thing.

Awesome addition to my Jeep. It makes fly fishing a little bit easier. Worth every penny.

Finally got to put my CRC Rod Carrier to the test this past weekend—and even caught a few fish! I can’t say enough about how well this carrier performed. Not having to break down my rods for every trip to and from the river was a total game-changer. Just throw on the waders and boots, pop open the case, and slide out fully rigged rods—ready to fish.

Installation the first time took a bit more effort than I expected, but overall, the setup was pretty straightforward. I’ll definitely be looking into the locking knob kit though—the “special” security nuts are a bit too special, if you know what I mean.

After looking at other brands, I kept coming back to this one for its collapsible design (perfect for my rooftop or truck bed) and the way it safely holds rods without putting stress on the guides. Plus, the fact that it’s made in the USA was a big deal for me.

If I had one suggestion for the Trxstle team: ditch the security nut and include the locking knob as a standard feature—it might save customers a few four-letter words during installation!

I finally picked up the Trxstle CRC fly rod carrier, and after putting it through some miles I can say it’s worth the hype. The thing that stood out right away is how solid it feels — not flimsy at all. It’s built like something that’s actually going to last, not like gear you’ll be replacing in a season.

Setup was way easier than I expected, and I like that it collapses down when I’m not using it. The telescoping design makes it easy to keep on the car without feeling like I’m hauling a giant piece of pipe around everywhere.

What I really like though is the peace of mind. I can keep rods rigged up, safe, and ready to go, which means more time actually fishing and less time fumbling around in parking lots stringing things together. I’ve driven it down some rough roads and at highway speeds, and my rods stayed locked in and protected the whole time.

Overall, if you fish a lot and value your rods, this thing is a game-changer.

The CRC system is an easy and fantastic way to carry fly rods while on the go. Assembly and mounting was simple and the carriers worked perfectly, even driving on hilly dirt roads with a lot of twists and turns. They kept the rain out and my rods stayed dry, which was nice, and it made bringing rods to the water very easy. I also used the rod socks, which were great and helped keep the rods tightly in the place within the CRC. I highly recommend both of these products!

Love the quality easy to use and install. Highly recommend