Kayak multipurpose rear PVC bar

When I was originally looking to purchase a kayak I noticed that several different brands offered a bar in the rear and some offered a front pull-up bar.  Both bar options came with a pretty high price tag considering what it was and the materials involved.  So after some research and multiple measurements I decided to make my own kayak rear bar from PVC.

The rear kayak bar I designed serves multiple purposes.  You can do the following with this rear kayak bar:

• Fishing rod holder (holds 4 fishing rods and can be designed to hold additional if necessary)
• Serves as a kayak stabilizer / outrigger mount (without altering your kayak)
• The top serves as a cutting board for bait
• The top also serves as a tool holder for pliers, scissors, and knife.
• Serves as a stability bar in case you lose your balance and need to grab onto something.
• It also has 4 additional screw in mount points to add any additional items.  Items such as a mount for your GoPro, fishing net, etc.

The best part about this rear kayak bar is that it mounts to the Malibu Stealth-12 kayak without modifying the hull.  This mount does not require any holes to be inserted into your kayak.

Materials Required:
Qty. 1 - 10' piece of 1/2" PVC
Qty. 4 - 1"x1"x1/2" PVC Tee Fitting (slip) (used for rod holders)
Qty. 2 - 1/2"x1/2"x3/4" PVC Tee Fitting (slip) (used for stabilizer / outrigger)
Qty. 2 - 3/4" PVC Cap
Qty. 4 - 1/2" 90 degree PVC Elbow Fitting
Qty. 12 - 1/2" PVC Tee Fitting (slip)
Qty. 4 - 3/4" PVC Saddle Tee
Qty. 4 - 1/2" PVC Tee Fitting (threaded)

 I'll show you how shortly... More pictures and instructions to follow.  Please give me your feedback.

You will utilize the threaded inserts that are provided factory. On your Malibu Stealth-12 kayak that are located just behind your seat.

Step 1
Locate your threaded screw inserts (located behind your seat) and the third bungee cleat at the rear of your kayak.  These are the areas where the rear kayak bar will mount.  You will need to removethe rear bungee cable that is mounted around the cleats.

Step 2
Insert your rear kayak bar mounts onto your kayak.  This can be done by inserting the front mounts with stainless steel screws.  The rear mounts can be mounted to the clear using either and exterior wood screw.  See photos.

Step 3