{"id":391738868,"title":"Bandit Ready to Wrap Kit","handle":"bandit-ready-to-wrap-kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Epic Ready to Wrap Rod Kit.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666;\"\u003eThe very best components available, all designed to fit together \u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eseamlessly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #666666;\"\u003eNo Reaming, No Drilling, No Sanding - \u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eAll Epic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrouble, meet El Bandito!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA specialist tactical blank, the Bandit makes short work of large species in confined situations.\u003c\/strong\u003e The perfect choice for Kayak anglers, mangroves, Musky, Carp and monster Pike.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I liken it to a big V8 diesel engine with low end torque that’s a pleasure to draw into.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e~\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/swiftflyfishing.com\/blogs\/news\/18883268-the-epic-bandit-review\" title=\"Review of Epic Bandit fiberglass fly rod\"\u003eExcerpt from customer review\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinished in metallic gold green.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Ready to Wrap rod Kits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuilding a great custom fly rod is no mean feat, selecting the correct matching components can be an intimidating exercise alone. Then there’s those wraps, the cork and glue..\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Epic Ready to Wrap Rod Kit makes life easy - we’ve done much of the hard work for you. The kit contains all the components, glues, rod finish and instructions you’ll need to build your own unique custom Epic fly rod.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe components in our Epic Ready to Wrap Rod Kit have all been \u003cb\u003especifically\u003c\/b\u003e designed to work together. Our premium grade cork grip features a tapered bore to fit your chosen blank. Each cork grip is ported to receive our Epic reel seat perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Kit contents may vary from those pictured according to options and model chosen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEach Kit contains:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEpic Bandit Blank - Finished in metallic gold green.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh quality fiberglass rod tube in satin black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium hand sewn rod sock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinest quality Portuguese cork grip, our wickedly good Full Wells \/ Ritz design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFighting butt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEpic reel seat in either black or Titanium finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuide set (Snake brand Universal guides USA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x hard chrome stripper guides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlue kit (preloaded syringes, grip \u0026amp; tip epoxy, brushes, mixing cups \u0026amp; full instructions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChina-graph marking pencil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRod stands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComprehensive 42 page build book with step by step instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStickers \/ Decals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e*Japanese Silk threads\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each kit includes natural 212 silk (we include instructions on how to use this to make perfectly clear ghost wraps) and black thread for trims. These default threads can be substiuted for other stock colors on request. \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/swiftflyfishing.com\/collections\/rod-building-components\/products\/silk-wrapping-thread\" title=\"Stock thread colours\"\u003eView Stock Thread Colours\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended line weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e #10\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7' 9\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended line weight\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e AFTMA #10\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e 7'9\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e 3\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffective Line Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e AFTMA   8 \/ 9 \/ 10\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAction:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eProgressive \/ Mid Flex \/ Medium Fast\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaper:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e Fast\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e (Action Angle): 65° \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlank Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e 82gm - 2.9oz \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0120\/5852\/files\/Epic-Fiberglass-Fly-Rod-Specifications_4_large.png?4328\" alt=\"Epic Fiberglass Fly Rod Blank\" title=\"Image: \/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0120\/5852\/files\/Epic-Fiberglass-Fly-Rod-Specifications_4_large.png?4328\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0120\/5852\/files\/990-Rod-Power-slider.png?5139\" alt=\"9 weight 9 foot fiberglass fly rod blank\" title=\"Image: https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0120\/5852\/files\/990-Rod-Power-slider.png?5139\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0120\/5852\/files\/S-Glass_3_large.png?4330\" alt=\"Epic Fiberglass Fly Rod Blank\" title=\"Image: \/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0120\/5852\/files\/S-Glass_3_large.png?4330\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003ePro's speak\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\"It’s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e this feature of the Bandit that blew my mind when I began testing it: It will happily cast any line from a 6wt DT to a 12wt Rio OBS, with the sweet spot between 8wt and 10wt. Since it can load itself during casts with light lines, a 6wt line put over it seems to feel somewhat like casting a (heavy) 6wt CF rod. At the other end of the spectrum, the 12wt did bog it down somewhat, but the reserve of power in the big butt section will pull it through without complaint. I liken it to a big V8 diesel engine with low end torque that’s a pleasure to draw into.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eRead the complete review \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/swiftflyfishing.com\/blogs\/news\/18883268-the-epic-bandit-review\" title=\"Epic Bandit Review\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","published_at":"2014-12-09T12:36:00+13:00","created_at":"2014-12-09T15:36:49+13:00","vendor":"SWIFT","type":"Rod Kit","tags":[],"price":64900,"price_min":64900,"price_max":64900,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":1050941564,"title":"Black","option1":"Black","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"Bandit_RodKit_Bseat","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":8249586308,"product_id":391738868,"position":10,"created_at":"2015-12-04T09:41:29+13:00","updated_at":"2017-05-02T13:54:41+12:00","width":800,"height":322,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0120\/5852\/products\/rod-kit-bandit-ready-to-wrap-fly-rod-kit-9.jpg?v=1493690081","variant_ids":[1050941564]},"available":true,"name":"Bandit Ready to Wrap Kit - 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\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eAll Epic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrouble, meet El Bandito!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA specialist tactical blank, the Bandit makes short work of large species in confined situations.\u003c\/strong\u003e The perfect choice for Kayak anglers, mangroves, Musky, Carp and monster Pike.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I liken it to a big V8 diesel engine with low end torque that’s a pleasure to draw into.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e~\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/swiftflyfishing.com\/blogs\/news\/18883268-the-epic-bandit-review\" title=\"Review of Epic Bandit fiberglass fly rod\"\u003eExcerpt from customer review\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinished in metallic gold green.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Ready to Wrap rod Kits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuilding a great custom fly rod is no mean feat, selecting the correct matching components can be an intimidating exercise alone. Then there’s those wraps, the cork and glue..\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Epic Ready to Wrap Rod Kit makes life easy - we’ve done much of the hard work for you. The kit contains all the components, glues, rod finish and instructions you’ll need to build your own unique custom Epic fly rod.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe components in our Epic Ready to Wrap Rod Kit have all been \u003cb\u003especifically\u003c\/b\u003e designed to work together. Our premium grade cork grip features a tapered bore to fit your chosen blank. Each cork grip is ported to receive our Epic reel seat perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Kit contents may vary from those pictured according to options and model chosen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEach Kit contains:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEpic Bandit Blank - Finished in metallic gold green.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh quality fiberglass rod tube in satin black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium hand sewn rod sock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinest quality Portuguese cork grip, our wickedly good Full Wells \/ Ritz design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFighting butt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEpic reel seat in either black or Titanium finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuide set (Snake brand Universal guides USA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x hard chrome stripper guides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlue kit (preloaded syringes, grip \u0026amp; tip epoxy, brushes, mixing cups \u0026amp; full instructions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChina-graph marking pencil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRod stands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComprehensive 42 page build book with step by step instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStickers \/ Decals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e*Japanese Silk threads\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each kit includes natural 212 silk (we include instructions on how to use this to make perfectly clear ghost wraps) and black thread for trims. These default threads can be substiuted for other stock colors on request. \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/swiftflyfishing.com\/collections\/rod-building-components\/products\/silk-wrapping-thread\" title=\"Stock thread colours\"\u003eView Stock Thread Colours\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended line weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e #10\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7' 9\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended line weight\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e AFTMA #10\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e 7'9\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e 3\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffective Line Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e AFTMA   8 \/ 9 \/ 10\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAction:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eProgressive \/ Mid Flex \/ Medium Fast\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaper:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e Fast\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e (Action Angle): 65° \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlank Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e 82gm - 2.9oz \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0120\/5852\/files\/Epic-Fiberglass-Fly-Rod-Specifications_4_large.png?4328\" alt=\"Epic Fiberglass Fly Rod Blank\" title=\"Image: \/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0120\/5852\/files\/Epic-Fiberglass-Fly-Rod-Specifications_4_large.png?4328\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0120\/5852\/files\/990-Rod-Power-slider.png?5139\" alt=\"9 weight 9 foot fiberglass fly rod blank\" title=\"Image: https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0120\/5852\/files\/990-Rod-Power-slider.png?5139\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0120\/5852\/files\/S-Glass_3_large.png?4330\" alt=\"Epic Fiberglass Fly Rod Blank\" title=\"Image: \/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0120\/5852\/files\/S-Glass_3_large.png?4330\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003ePro's speak\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\"It’s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e this feature of the Bandit that blew my mind when I began testing it: It will happily cast any line from a 6wt DT to a 12wt Rio OBS, with the sweet spot between 8wt and 10wt. Since it can load itself during casts with light lines, a 6wt line put over it seems to feel somewhat like casting a (heavy) 6wt CF rod. At the other end of the spectrum, the 12wt did bog it down somewhat, but the reserve of power in the big butt section will pull it through without complaint. I liken it to a big V8 diesel engine with low end torque that’s a pleasure to draw into.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eRead the complete review \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/swiftflyfishing.com\/blogs\/news\/18883268-the-epic-bandit-review\" title=\"Epic Bandit Review\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e"}