{"product_id":"echo-ion-xl-fly-rod","title":"Echo ION XL Fly Rod","description":"\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEcho has come out with a do-it-all entry-level saltwater rod series, the Ion XL. The Ion XL replaces the previous Echo Ion rods. The new Ion XL is extremely versatile; although it’s designed for saltwater, these rods can also be used for freshwater streamer fishing and Steelhead fishing. Rajeff Sports created these rods to be accurate from a host of distances in multitudes of fly fishing scenarios. As a result, the Ion XL is a rod that boasts solid all-around performance and great castability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSlim Profile High Modulus Graphite Design\u003c\/b\u003e - Rajeff Sports created a responsive blank when designing the Ion XL. The Ion XL has ample power and the blank design creates a medium fast action rod with short distance and long distance capabilities. The versatility of the rod blank allows anglers to feel comfortable casting in a large variety of fishing situations. The blank of the Ion XL makes it a solid all-around saltwater or freshwater rod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOversized Stripping Guides\u003c\/b\u003e - Oversized stripping guides allow large saltwater lines to shoot nicely through the guides of the Ion XL. Oversized guides also allow knots to quickly run through the rod in the case of a tangle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSingle Foot Guides\u003c\/b\u003e - Single foot guides help eliminate unneeded weight from the Ion XL to keep the rod lightweight and easy to cast. These guides offer industry-accepted performance and functional style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGloss Black Anodized w\/Uplocking Component\u003c\/b\u003e - The reel seat on the Ion XL is lightweight and durable. Black anodized aluminum protects the rod from weathering and a double uplocking component locks any reel in place. The reel seat on the Ion XL also comes with alignment dots, a feature we’re used to seeing on rods but one that is also helpful on a reel seat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrey Fabric-Covered Rod Tube\u003c\/b\u003e - The Ion XL comes in a grey rod tube with an Echo insignia. Fabric-covered rod tubes protect rods during time off the water and are a solid mid-priced alternative to an aluminum rod tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEcho Fly Rod Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/b\u003e - Echo will repair or replace any defective or damaged rods for the entire lifetime of the original owner. All rods must be sent to Echo for repairs\/service. As of 4\/17\/2019, Echo charges a $35 fee for fly rod repairs\/replacements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRod Action: \u003c\/b\u003eMedium-Fast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/med-action.gif?v=1755429332\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest for:\u003c\/b\u003e Saltwater, Flats\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/salt-flats.gif?v=1755429332\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrip:\u003c\/b\u003e Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw-fb.gif?v=1755429332\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/b\u003e Beginner- Expert \u003ca style=\"font-size: 10px;\" href=\"\/pages\/choosing-a-fly-rod-ability-level-beginner-intermediate-expert\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(learn more)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/beg-exp.gif?v=1755429332\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe highly recommend using a saltwater-specific line. Our favorite for tropical applications is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scientific-anglers-amplitude-grand-slam-fly-line\"\u003eSA Amplitude Grand Slam Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Echo","offers":[{"title":"5wt \/ 10ft","offer_id":48477583671529,"sku":"SKU053163402457","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48477583868137,"sku":"SKU053163798192","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 10ft","offer_id":48477583704297,"sku":"SKU053163798246","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48477583900905,"sku":"SKU053163798208","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7wt \/ 10ft","offer_id":48477583737065,"sku":"SKU053163798253","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48477583933673,"sku":"SKU053163798215","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 10ft","offer_id":48477583769833,"sku":"SKU053163798260","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48477583966441,"sku":"SKU053163798222","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10wt \/ 9ft","offer_id":48477583835369,"sku":"SKU053163798239","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/echo-rods-echo-ion-xl-fly-rod-1199944007.jpg?v=1761729852","url":"https:\/\/www.tridentflyfishing.com\/products\/echo-ion-xl-fly-rod","provider":"Trident Fly Fishing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}