Abstract: A fishing rod transporter includes a hollow tubular holder coupled to an adjustable length bar. The adjustable length bar is linearly extendible by ratcheting action to securely fit between sidewalls of a bed of a pickup truck. A hollow holder defines a compartment for receiving a handle-end of a fishing rod. Slots formed in the peripheral wall of the top end of the hollow holder define a limited space for receiving a neck of a fishing reel.

Abstract: A fishing rod transporter includes a hollow tubular holder coupled to an adjustable length bar. The hollow holder defines a compartment for receiving a handle-end of a fishing rod. Slots formed in the peripheral wall of the top end of the hollow holder define a limited space for receiving a neck of a fishing reel, and the adjustable length bar is extendible to securely fit between sidewalls of a bed of a pickup truck. The adjustable length bar is extendible (by threaded engagement or ratcheting action) to securely fit between sidewalls of a bed of a pickup truck. An adjustable clamp is attached to the hollow holder and configured to secure the holder to the adjustable length bar. Optionally, a lock assembly engages the top of the hollow holder and prevents removal of the rod and reel by blocking release of the reel neck from the first slot.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a roof structure for a vehicle having a sunroof (or moonroof). The roof structure includes a reinforcement assembly, or ring, that has several rails designed to encircle a sunroof opening. The rails can be spot welded together. Methods of manufacturing the reinforcement assemblies are also discussed.

Abstract: A bifurcated method to process an aloe whole leaf by processing the aloe fillet and the aloe rind separately and subsequently combine the products from these separate processes, and the use of the final combined product.