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""can't fault the action it's spot on"" - Owner discussion
The Matrix Ethos XRC Feeder Fishing Rods are compact commercial feeder rods for method feeder work, small carp and mixed-fish venues. They sit in the Ethos XR family as shorter, progressive-action feeder rods rather than long-distance or river tools.
The official range covers 9ft, 10ft and 11ft models. The 9ft version is rated to 40g, the 10ft to 50g and the 11ft to 60g, so the step-up is easy to match to casting distance, feeder size and how much control is needed.
Matrix builds the XRC Feeder on lightweight but strong carbon blanks with a progressive action. That matters for commercial fishing because the rod needs enough backbone to cast method feeders accurately, while still bending smoothly when carp or F1s lunge at close range.
All three models are two-piece rods designed to break down equally. The collapsed lengths are 141cm, 156cm and 171cm, and the rod weights are 165g, 190g and 218g. Oversized XQG SG guides, a rubber cork and EVA composite handle, and two 2.4mm carbon tips in 1.5oz and 2oz complete the setup. The premium storage bag is useful for protecting the short sections and spare tips between sessions.
It is a practical choice for short to medium feeder work, not a heavy distance feeder rod.
| Lengths | 9ft, 10ft, 11ft |
| Feature | What this means |
|---|---|
| 9ft, 10ft and 11ft models | The three lengths cover compact pegs through to slightly longer commercial feeder lines. |
| 40g, 50g and 60g ratings | The casting-weight steps make it easier to choose the right rod for feeder size and range. |
| Progressive carbon blanks | The blank bends smoothly under load, helping reduce hook pulls when fish lunge close in. |
| Method feeder focus | The rods have enough power for accurate method feeder casting on commercial waters. |
| Two-piece equal breakdown | Equal sections keep transport straightforward while preserving a consistent action. |
| 141cm to 171cm collapsed lengths | The transport lengths are manageable for short commercial rods and standard holdalls. |
| 165g to 218g rod weights | The range stays light enough for regular casting and active feeder sessions. |
| Oversized XQG SG guides | The guide set helps line flow cleanly and suits repeated feeder casting. |
| Two 2.4mm carbon tips | The 1.5oz and 2oz supplied tips suit common commercial feeder conditions. |
| Rubber cork and EVA handle | The handle gives a secure grip and practical durability for regular bank use. |
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It is a coarse fishing rod, chosen for the situations that style of fishing calls for.
9ft, 10ft, 11ft.
The casting-weight steps make it easier to choose the right rod for feeder size and range.
The blank bends smoothly under load, helping reduce hook pulls when fish lunge close in.
The rods have enough power for accurate method feeder casting on commercial waters.