{"product_id":"exotac-xreel-handline-fishing-kit","title":"Exotac xREEL Handline Fishing Kit","description":"\u003cp class=\"product-lead\"\u003eThe Exotac xREEL is a pocket-sized handline fishing kit machined from aircraft-grade aluminum in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. It carries over 50 feet of 15-lb test monofilament, an o-ring-sealed tackle compartment, and a flexible TPE finger strap on a compact spool that fits in a jacket pocket, making it as useful as a survival item as it is for recreational backcountry fishing. It is available in Black, Gunmetal, Blaze Orange, and Olive Drab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNo Rod Required\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe xREEL is built around the premise that catching food should not depend on carrying a rod, a reel, or a tackle box. More than 50 feet of 15-lb test monofilament winds around the outside of the spool, enough line for most backcountry fish in most water. To fish it, pay line out by hand, work the bait, and retrieve hand over hand, coiling slack back onto the spool as you go. The technique is different from rod-and-reel fishing and quick to learn, which means the xREEL is genuinely functional on day one rather than a novelty that requires practice to use under pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWaterproof Storage Built In\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe o-ring-sealed compartment at the center of the xREEL is large enough for the included tackle plus a few personal lures or jigs. Because the seal is genuinely waterproof, the same compartment doubles as dry storage for fire tinder, medications, or any small item that cannot get wet, a meaningful secondary function when weight and space are limited. A ring of hook-parking holes around the circumference lets you stow the hook safely between casts so it is never loose in a pack or pocket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt to the Same Standard as Exotac Fire Tools\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe xREEL is machined and finished to the same tolerances as Exotac's fire-starting tools, a standard that is uncommon for a survival fishing kit. The body is aircraft-grade aluminum, it floats if dropped in water, and it is covered by Exotac's lifetime warranty. Optional reelKIT tool inserts (sold separately, part numbers 013020, 013021, and 013022) add fishing, gaff, or hunting tools to the same body without replacing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft-grade aluminum body:\u003c\/strong\u003e machined and finished in Atlanta, Georgia, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50+ feet of 15-lb test monofilament:\u003c\/strong\u003e wound on the spool and included ready to fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eO-ring-sealed compartment:\u003c\/strong\u003e waterproof tackle storage that also works as a tinder capsule\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible TPE finger strap:\u003c\/strong\u003e maintains grip and line control in cold or wet conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHook-parking holes:\u003c\/strong\u003e stow the hook safely around the spool circumference between casts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloats:\u003c\/strong\u003e recoverable if dropped in water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAircraft-grade aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2.38 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e5 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLine\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e50+ ft of 15-lb test monofilament (included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eIncluded tackle\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e6 hooks, 6 split shot, 2 floats\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCompartment seal\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eO-ring sealed, waterproof\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eGrip\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFlexible TPE finger strap\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBuoyancy\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFloats\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCompatible add-ons\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ereelKIT inserts (013020, 013021, 013022), sold separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eColors\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBlack, Gunmetal, Blaze Orange, Olive Drab\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMade in the USA (Atlanta, Georgia)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLifetime\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including carbon monoxide, lead, and lead components, which are known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Is For and Isn't\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-fit-yes\"\u003eThe xREEL suits hikers, backpackers, overlanders, and anyone building a survival or emergency kit who wants a compact, self-contained fishing option that adds minimal weight and bulk. It is equally at home as a recreational handline for backcountry lakes and streams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-fit-no\"\u003eThe xREEL is a handline kit, not a rod-and-reel system. It does not cast and is not designed for large fish or heavy-cover fishing. The reelKIT tool inserts that expand its capability are sold separately and are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eHow much line does the xREEL hold?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe Exotac xREEL comes wound with over 50 feet of 15-lb test monofilament, which is enough line for most backcountry fish in most water. The line is included and the kit ships ready to fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eWhat tackle is included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe xREEL ships with 6 hooks, 6 split shot, and 2 floats stored in the o-ring-sealed compartment. There is also room in the compartment for a few personal lures or jigs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eHow do you fish it without a rod?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe xREEL is a handline reel: pay line out by hand, work the bait, and retrieve hand over hand, coiling slack back onto the spool as you go to prevent tangles. The TPE finger strap keeps the spool under control throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eIs the compartment actually waterproof?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eYes. The xREEL's central compartment is sealed with an o-ring, making it genuinely waterproof. It doubles as dry storage for tinder, medications, or other small items that cannot get wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eWhat happens if you drop it in the water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe xREEL floats, so it is recoverable if dropped in a stream, lake, or river.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eCan you add tools to the xREEL?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eOptional reelKIT tool inserts (part numbers 013020, 013021, and 013022) add fishing, gaff, or hunting tools to the same xREEL body. The inserts are sold separately and are not included with the xREEL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eWhere is the xREEL made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe Exotac xREEL is machined and finished in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, and is covered by Exotac's lifetime warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Exotac","offers":[{"title":"Blaze Orange","offer_id":50677611200582,"sku":"013000-ORG","price":106.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":50677611233350,"sku":"013000-BLK","price":106.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gunmetal","offer_id":50677611266118,"sku":"013000-GUN","price":106.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Olive Drab","offer_id":50677611298886,"sku":"013000-OD","price":106.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2203\/1686\/files\/xREEL-orange-1200_closeup-sq.jpg?v=1792444344","url":"https:\/\/terrainvault.com\/products\/exotac-xreel-handline-fishing-kit","provider":"TerrainVault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}