a guy out here makes rod leashes and sells for $8. nothing but good reviews and i just ordered 4.
http://www.pensacolafishingforum.com...colors-152863/
here's the ebay listing
http://www.ebay.com/itm/42-Inch-Mari...item2c6ad0ccf2
just thought i'd pass on a good deal. i've had several kinds of leashes and the bungee cord one seem to work the best and last longer. plus he says the clips wont rust.