Gin Pole

[Eric McNiff]

Has anyone ever installed a gin pole on their 23' CC? I have seen it put in at the stern corner of the boat. The fish is then pulled in from the opposite side (so the boat does not flip) and onto the deck. However, I would rather get the fish (tuna) into the bow of the boat (better ride) if possible, which would mean putting the gin pole on the bow. Of course, the pole will be removeable - it will fit into a base plate on the deck and have another bracket with hole that will attach it to the gunwall of the boat.

Any suggestions / insight?