Scotty #229-BK Power Lock Rod Holder
- Rod Holder
- Deck Mount
- Synthetic
- Black
- More reviewed than 87%
The bare rod holder for anglers who already have or plan to buy a mount separately, saving the cost of a bundled mount they would not use.
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How it ranks among the 85 rod holders we track
4.6★ across 1,500 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
1,500 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
200+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
The same open-style, positive-locking Power Lock rod holder as Scotty's 230-BK, sold here without a mount so it can be paired with whatever deck, rail or gunnel mount your boat already uses.
Dropping the bundled mount is the whole difference from the 230-BK: the cradle, locking ring and nylon construction are otherwise the same holder. That makes sense for anyone who already owns a Scotty mount from a prior holder, or who wants a different mount style such as a rail or track mount instead of the standard side/deck version.
- Open-style, positive-locking Power Lock design
- Universal cradle fits most rod and reel setups
- Fiber-reinforced engineering grade nylon construction
- Sold without a mount, choose your own separately
Who it's for
Fits anglers who already have a Scotty-compatible mount installed, or who want to choose their own mount separately rather than take the bundled one. Not the right pick if you need a mount included and don't want to source one separately.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Same locking cradle as mounted version, cheaper
- Front locking ring prevents rod loss while traveling
- Works with any Scotty-compatible mount you choose
- No mount included, must be bought separately
- Nylon build rather than metal
- No buyer reviews included with this listing
Performance notes
The universal cradle takes most rod and reel setups, and a front locking ring holds the rod in place while traveling. Fiber-reinforced nylon construction keeps it lightweight while standing up to repeated use, and the holder is built for a wide range of fish sizes and boat types once mounted.
Specifications
| Brand | Scotty |
|---|---|
| Model | 0229-BK |
| Mounting Type | Deck Mount |
| Material | Synthetic |
| Color | Black |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in rod holders.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotty #229-BK Power Lock Rod HolderThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 1,500 | 4.1 / 5 |
| PLUSINNO V9 Vertical Fishing Rod HoldersPLUSINNO | 4.8 / 5 | 5,900 | 4.4 / 5 |
| YakAttack Omega Pro Rod HolderYakAttack | 4.7 / 5 | 2,200 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Fishing Rod Holder for GroundFishing | 4.6 / 5 | 1,500 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Rush Creek CreationsRush | 4.5 / 5 | 12,300 | 4.2 / 5 |
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Questions about the Scotty 0229-BK
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Scotty 229-BK include a mount?
No, this version ships without a mount so you can select whichever Scotty-compatible mount fits your boat.
What is the difference between the Scotty 229-BK and 230-BK?
They use the same locking rod holder; the 230-BK bundles the #241 side/deck mount while the 229-BK is sold without any mount.
What is the 229-BK made from?
Fiber-reinforced engineering grade nylon.