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Echo Ion XL 690 Fly Rod
    Echo Ion XL 690 Fly Rod
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    • SKU: ECHOIONXL690
      Echo Ion XL 690 Fly Rod

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    • $199.99

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    ECHO ION XL 690 FLY ROD : 6WT, 9'0"


    The Echo Ion XL 6wt, 9'0" fly rod is a powerful, fast-action rod perfect for large rivers and big flies. The Ion 690XL is a great choice as an all purpose trout and smallmouth bass rod for medium to large rivers. This 6wt will launch streamers to that cut in the bank at 70ft and will throw bass bugs with authority in the wind. This 6wt is the perfect choice to cover the broadest range of species including larger trout, smallmouth bass, and largemouth bass. The Ion XL 690 is well ideal for anglers with a fast, agressive casting stroke and will throw tight loops long distances even in the wind.


    Casting large flies into a stiff breeze is best done with high line speed and tight loops. Fighting big fish often requires rods with a stiff backbone. Creating a rod that can do both well without causing undue hand and arm fatigue is no easy task. Generating high line speed without fatigue was the design goal for the Echo Ion XL series of rods. If you plan to cast all day and still have enough strength to drive home you need a rod with just enough power to get the fly to the fish and a little extra power in reserve ‰۷just in case‰۪. The Ion XL rods are the toughest, strongest rods Echo has ever produced and will take anything you can throw at them. You might be tempted to buy the Echo Ion XL because of its cool matte stealth grey blank, but we think you should buy one because of its perfect blend of action and power.


    Echo is legendary for building exceptional, high-performance rods that rival the best rods on the market, at a much lower price. The Echo Ion XL fly rods are definitely a best performance value. If you are looking for a powerful fast-action rod that won‰۪t break the bank, the Echo Ion XL was made for you!

     

    FEATURES:

     

    • Powerful, fast-action with a strong backbone
    • Four piece travel design
    • Alignment dots for quick assembly
    • Grey cordura covered rod tube
    • Matte stealth grey blank color
    • Full wells cork handle with composite pressure zone
    • Anodized aluminum reel seat with fighting butt
    • Oversized stripper guides
    • Hard chrome single foot snake guides
    • 30" fish hero measuring mark
    • Backed by the Echo lifetime warranty
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    4.88/5 Stars out of 8 Reviews
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    Verified Buyer
    LOVE ECHO
    5
    LEO (WEST COAST) | June 22nd, 2023
    GREAT CASTING ROD FOR THE PRICE. I HAVE THE NYMPH ROD, ALSO GOOD AND THEIR 3 WT. I FISH A LOT AND FOR SOME REASON, DON'T HAVE USE ON SPENDING MORE THAN I HAVE TO ON A ROD.
    Verified Buyer
    My go-to rod for inshore species in the Northeast
    5
    Kib Bramhall (Martha's Vineyard, MA) | July 10th, 2022
    My go-to rod paired with an 8 Wt line and a Cheeky Boost 400 reel for inshore species in the Northeast. Schoolies to mid-size stripers, bluefish, bonito and false albacore. I own numerous expensive rods, but this is my favorite.
    Verified Buyer
    Echo Ion XL
    5
    Josh (Ohio) | May 10th, 2022
    Great rod for the money. My only complaint is that it does seem a little large for a 6wt, so you may want to pair it with a 7/8 reel.
    Verified Buyer
    Great versatile rod
    5
    Laszlo (Marfa TX) | September 6th, 2021
    This rod is fantastic for the money! Definitely recommend and would buy again.
    Verified Buyer
    This rod is a beast. One of my favorite steelhead rods. Pretty big for a 6wt though without a doubt
    4
    Mike C Gee (MI) | July 26th, 2021
    This rod is a beast. One of my favorite steelhead rods. Pretty big for a 6wt though without a doubt
    Verified Buyer
    Very good economy or beginner rod
    5
    josh (Washington) | December 1st, 2020
    I purchased this rod as a backup while my higher end 6wt was waiting to be repaired during COVID. I ended up using the rod all summer as my streamer setup and was very pleased with it especially at the price.
    Verified Buyer
    First Upgraded Rod
    5
    Darcy Nott (TX) | June 8th, 2020
    On the suggestion of a friend, I purchased my first non-beginner upgraded rod setup and he suggested Echo. The Ion XL seemed to match what I needed and I am very pleased to say the least. I can use it for little blue gill or monster bass and loads super well. 60 to 70 ft casts with ease. A couple of negative things - No hook keeper??? what the.... and the color is not very exciting. Fit and finish is great and I will probably buy an 8 weight if I can get over the no hook keeper. Overall... would be a 4.5 star and is excellent value and a workhorse. I also really like the fighting butt on a 6 WT.
    Verified Buyer
    6wt Echo
    5
    Barry P (Ohio) | March 22nd, 2020
    The echo is a great rod at a great value. The rod casts well and the fighting butt came in handy on a 35-inch carp.


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