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ECHO Ion XL Fly Rod
ECHO Ion XL Fly Rod
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DESCRIPTION & FEATURES
DESCRIPTION & FEATURES
- Four piece travel design
- Action: Med Fast to Fast
- Tube: Fabric-covered rod case & sock
- Guides: Oversized stripping guides
- Grips: Features 2 grip styles
- Reel Seat: Black anodized seat
Saltwater-Grade rods at an Affordable Price Point
Saltwater-grade rods in this price category are usually better utilized as a coat hanger than a fishing tool. The Ion XL series does not fit that mold.
Remarkably Low Swing-Weight and Forgiving Action
Featuring a remarkably low swing-weight and a more forgiving action, the Ion XL is equally at home stripping flesh flies as it is dropping a merkin to a tailing permit.
The Rod Choice of Guides World-Wide
With the Ion XL’s extreme versatility between fresh and saltwater environments, its affordable price point, and quality componentry, it has become the go-to rod for guides and fishing professionals.
MODEL | LENGTH | LINE | PCS | GRIP | WEIGHT | ACTION |
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ION-690XL | 9'0" | 6 | 4 | A | 4.7oz | Med Fast |
ION-790XL | 9'0" | 7 | 4 | A | 4.9oz | Med Fast |
ION-890XL | 9'0" | 8 | 4 | A | 5.1oz | Med Fast |
ION-990XL | 9'0" | 9 | 4 | A | 5.4oz | Fast |
ION-1090XL | 9'0" | 10 | 4 | B | 5.8oz | Fast |
ION-5100XL | 10'0" | 5 | 4 | A | 5.5oz | Med Fast |
ION-6100XL | 10'0" | 6 | 4 | A | 5.8oz | Med Fast |
ION-7100XL | 10'0" | 7 | 4 | A | 6.2oz | Med Fast |
ION-8100XL | 10'0" | 8 | 4 | A | 6.5oz | Med Fast |

Action vs Power Comparison
Action:
Fast action rods feature softer tips than medium action rods and provide a ‘stiffer’ feel. Fast action rods excel in the hands of anglers with more aggressive casting strokes and greater stroke control. Medium action rods are ideal for anglers with more fluid casting strokes and have a larger ‘sweet spot’ for a wider range of casting strokes. Consistently throwing a tailing loop? Your rod’s action may not be a good fit to you and your casting stroke.
Power:
A rod’s power is its resistance to flexing under load. Powerful rods are ‘beefier’ through the bottom half, generate higher line speeds, and are more adept at keeping big fish pinned. Delicate rods are more presentation-oriented, protect light tippet, and are a better choice for picky fish.




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