Saltwater-grade rods at an affordable price pointSaltwater-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 actionFeaturing 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.Guide’s ChoiceWith the Ion XLs 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.9’0″ 6wtGreat for everything from big dries to moderate streamers. Rivers, lakes, inshore saltwater; its ready and able for all of it.ModelIONXL-690Pieces4Weight (ounces)4.79’0″ 8wtGreat for salmon, steelhead, bigger trout streamers and your favorite bass bugs.ModelIONXL-890Pieces4Weight (ounces)5.19’0″ 9wtA great midweight duty salmon rod and inshore saltwater that involves some bigger targets.ModelIONXL-990Pieces4Weight (ounces)5.49’0″ 10wtThe biggest streamers, the biggest salmon, and even your next flats trip are all well within the 10wt ION XLs comfort zone.ModelIONXL-1090Pieces4Weight (ounces)5.810’0″ 5wtA great all-around rod for nymphing trout on the river, or casting from a float tube on your favorite lake.ModelIONXL-5100Pieces4Weight (ounces)5.510’0″ 6wtWhen your trout nymph rigs are a bit heavier or youre casting from a float tube on your favorite lake full of jumbo rainbows, the 6100 is a great pick.ModelIONXL-6100Pieces4Weight (ounces)5.810’0″ 7wtOur most popular steelhead nymphing rod for guides and anyone else who frequents these fisheries on both the Pacific Coast and Great Lakes Region.ModelIONXL-8100Pieces4Weight (ounces)5.8WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm -www.P65Warnings.ca.gov