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Xi Series High-Performance Fly Rod Building Kits

Building your own rod has never been easier

Our kits come with everything you need to build the rod of your dreams. Just add thread and finish, and you’ll be set. Enjoy 50% off our most popular line of rod building kits as we usher in the New Year with an exciting new upgrade!

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Why You Should Build Your Own Rod

  • It's fun, easy, and satisfying
  • You'll have an instant heirloom
  • You'll end up with a state-of-the-art fishing rod
  • You can make it a family project
  • It makes a great gift, at any time of year
  • Everything you need is in the box - no special tools
    or materials required
  • You'll fish with more confidence, and catch more fish!

X2i Series Ultra-Performance Fly Rod Building Kits

Build That $950 Rod For Less Than $200

Our new X2i series ultra-performance fly rods are lighter, thinner, and faster! Become the envy of all your buddies with these incredible fly rods! 

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I must say it is one OUTSTANDING stick! I love the way it casts, fishes, and handles the trout! Thanks to Ron and crew for providing a superb product at a great price. Their commitment to us fly guys shows, believe me. Thank you.
John B.Pennsylvania
Your Xi blanks and kits have been my favorite since their introduction. Unfortunately, they give my non-rod-building friends a fishing advantage I was hoping to keep for myself!
Peter B.Colorado
Always wanted one of these, but didn't want to spend a lot. It's my first build, looks great, and is fun to fish! Thanks, guys!
Denny R.New York
I LOVE the 5wt, 4 pc Xi rod I made a couple months ago from your Xi kit! It is the BEST casting rod I have ever used, and this includes high end Sage and Orvis rods! I cannot believe how smoothly it casts! I swear that I was casting 60+ feet effortlessly and accurately - amazing! Your recommendations are right on!
Andy L.North Carolina
It fishes like my Sage...easy to control and cast!
Griffin L.Delaware
Although I have many more expensive rods, I am obsessed with the Xi series. They aren't great for the money; they are just great, period. Action is fast, but easy to load. It is a really nice balance of speed and flex. I can double haul without bottoming out and still pop a short cast exactly where I want it to go!
Mark S.Pennsylvania
Built this rod this past winter - it was my first time! Couldn't wait to fish with it. The Xi ranks up there with Sage rods. It was easy to cast, with pinpoint accuracy!
Jim K.Tennessee

"I" Kits Back In Stock

Kits in a box...without the box!

Don’t need scissors, tape, measures, finishes, or brushes? This kit is for you! Get the blank and building components you need, but skip out on the supplies you already have.

These exceptional rod building kits are our personal favorite – we fish with them ourselves! Easy to cast, with lots of power…you can really feel ’em load the line.

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Customer Review: Xi, X2i & OEM Blanks

I started building fishing rods back in late 1970’s, I have built spinning rods for salmon, steelhead, pan fishing I have built rods for Dam fishing in Arkansas and in Oklahoma. I started to build spinning rods and fly rods for fishing on the White River in Arkansas, using fiberglass blanks and graphite blanks, I have done business with Ron and Terry at Hook and Hackle for about the last five years exclusively.

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Please Note:

any 2-piece blank or shipment which contains an item over 34 inches will be subject to higher shipping charges. 

We're taking a bit of time off ...

We have about 20 ‘green’ Xi’s left in stock.  At 50% off, it’s a ‘steal’! AND NO $15 SHIPPING SURCHARGE! CLICK HERE

Terry & I are taking a break for rest, relaxation, & fishing. Our webstore will remain operational, but please know that we will not ship any orders or products from July 27, to August 6, inclusive. Shipping to resume on August 7. Should you need to contact us, please do so after August 6. Thanks!

All New 2024 Xi's and x2i's are 40% off w/code "pike24"

 

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EMAIL DISCOUNT ONLY! GET EXTRA 10% OFF USE CODE "PIKE24"

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Welcome to the new-and-improved Hook & Hackle Store! Every day we are adding more to the shop to give you the best possible experience.

Need something soon, but can't find it in the online shop? Email terry@hookhack.com or ron@hookhack.com or leave a message: 412-476-8620.

Thanks for your patience while we've created this new store!