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IKOS Hustler Casting Rod

Our best selling cranking rod - The Hustler is the crankbait rod built for anglers who spend their day covering water with treble-hook baits. From squarebills to mid-depth cranks, it delivers the casting distance and forgiving action that keeps fish buttoned up.

Regular price $159.99
SKU: IC84M4  |  Barcode: 855717004427

Description

The IKOS Hustler is built on an S-Glass blank that loads deep and casts crankbaits effortlessly. That parabolic bend helps launch smaller crankbaits farther while keeping steady pressure on fish during the fight so they stay pinned on lighter treble hooks. At the same time, the blank maintains enough strength to handle larger fish and mid-depth crankbaits without feeling bulky or heavy in hand. The result is a crankbait rod that stays comfortable all day while helping anglers land more of the fish that bite.

Note: The Hustler does not feature an exposed blank reel seat due to the diameter of the rod blank.

Best For

  • Squarebill crankbaits
  • Flat-sided crankbaits
  • Medium diving crankbaits
  • Open Water Lipless crankbaits
  • Treble hook reaction baits

Key Features

  • Handbuilt in Aiken, South Carolina
  • Imported S-Glass advanced fiberglass blanks
  • AAA Cork and EVA Split Grips
  • Leader-friendly Kigan Zero Tangle guide train
  • ALX Rods designed XLA Hookkeeper for use with all bait styles
  • 1 Year Warranty & Lifetime SureSet Program Replacement

Technical Specs

  • Line: 8 - 18#
  • Lure: 1/4 - 1 oz
  • Length: 7'
  • Power: Medium-Heavy
  • Action: Moderate
  • Average Rod Weight: 4.5 oz
  • Handle Length: 10" (End of butt to rear of reel seat)
  • Number of Guides: 10

    Specifications

    • Length
      7'
    • Line
      8 - 18#
    • Lure Weight
      1/4 - 1 oz
    • Power
      Medium Heavy (Crankbait)
    • Action
      Moderate
    • Average Rod Weight
      4.5 oz
    • Number of Guides
      10+Tip
    • Handle Length
      10"
    • Configuration
      Casting

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    T.S.

    Great rod for the price

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    Steve Smith
    I'm Impressed!

    I purchased this rod in 2023 and have used it a lot this winter/spring for small crankbaits and have been really impressed. Great feel, solid build quality, and an increase in getting fish in the boat. I have thrown Rapala DT04, DT06, and DT08 models, several models of 6th Sense small crankbaits and some Berkley crankbaits on the Hustler. This was my first ALX rod and I followed the Hustler with a Zolo Toadface recently. Trying to decide if I want a second Hustler before opting for another ALX model.

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    David Davila (Brentwood, US)

    Do you 15’ rod for sale?

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    michael simkins (Springfield, US)
    Great rods

    I own three ALX rods ILOS Hustler is my newest addition. This fiberglass rod is great for throwing crank baits. It’s sensitive yet has the backbone for bigger fish. I don’t lose as many fish with the FG rod as I do with other rods. I recommend ALK rods

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    JJ Stowers
    ALX great as always.

    Never disappointed with ALX . Have a few different types and all are great!