Made from a blend of IM7 & IM8 Graphites, this “Xi-S” State-of-the Art blank features a slim butt, small tip and exceptionally smooth Fast Action casting. Beautiful Matte Black finish with Xi silk screened logo. 3 or 4-piece blank with thin walled ferrules will cast and feel like a one piece rod … yet can be easily stowed for easy travel and storage. Deluxe rod bag included.

The IM8 graphite carbon fabric includes both unidirectional and omnidirectional fibers, which provide exceptional strength, feel and overall weight reduction.

We could go on and on … but the bottom line is you will build a state-of-the-art fishing tool. Our 60+ years of rod building experience are all you really need to know about the kits!

We’ve chosen to partner with Fuji, the worldwide leader in rod component manufacturing. Fuji’s commitment to innovation has resulted in a global force that drives the entire fishing industry.

The VSS reel seat and matching “split grip” cork grips are an elegant design combination allowing for secure attachment of your fishing reel, weight reduction, exceptional sensitivity and, of course, they look great!

Each blank has a silk screened label. The line over the rod specifications is a perfect place to add your signature. In addition, with each kit purchase, you are eligible to receive a free custom label from Decal Connection. Please refer to our complete instructions for details.

We’ve chosen 3 distinct, high end, guide set choices for your “Xi” rod.

Option 1: Your first choice is Fuji, which has been the leading manufacturer of fishing rod guides for decades. Their KL and KL-H guides, with an Alconite® ring insert, are light, strong and part of their outstanding series of KR Concept Guides.

Option 2: Or, you can choose Microwave Air™ Slim Ring Line Control System from American Tackle,the most awarded technology in fishing tackle history with a total of 5 worldwide Best of Show innovation awards. These are among the very lightest guides with polished stainless steel rings.

Upgrade: Lastly, you can upgrade your kit to REC’s patented CERECOIL Guides® offer the first combination of a Nickel Titanium frame with a Zirconia Ring insert. The frame offers a light weight, corrosion proof, nearly indestructible, “Shape Memory” Nickel Titanium. This allows the guide to infinitely flex with the blank. This is a true upgrade and will cost an additional $65-70.

LS series of rod finish by Trondak, is cutting edge, advanced state of the art of rod finish. The kit contains our favorite “Rod Bond” to glue your parts together and attach grip, reel seat, tip top and winding check to the blank. The finish included is enough for 2 coats, which will give your rod a luxurious finish. Easy to work with and has a gin clear finish. Two syringes included for accurate measuring.

In the kit, you’ll also find other useful items such as thread scissors, tape measure, tape, rod stand, winding thread and finishing brushes. Although the cork in your kit is mostly reamed to fit the taper of the rod blank, we also include a cork reamer for further tapering. This tool, which can be used to ream dozens of cork and EVA grips, also serves as encouragement for you to build more rods in the future!

Your “Xi” rod blank is covered by a lifetime unlimited warranty. All claims should be made directly to us, The Hook & Hackle Company and cover only the intended use of the rod blank without modifications of length, size or nature. A small fee of $40 is required with the warranty submission. Visit our web site for details or better yet, just give us a buzz before you send anything back, and we may be able to send a replacement after collect the $40 replacement fee.