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The Sage Foundation Fly Rod is a fly rod designed for anglers of all skill levels. Made with a graphite IIIe blank, this is a fast action fly rod. The blank design accesses smooth casting, allowing for increased distance and accuracy. This is a versatile and popular fly rod.
Key Features
- Protective Rod Tube – This rod comes with a protective rod tube for storage when not in use.
- Hard Chrome Snake Guides – These guides assist with line management and help add distance in casting.
- Lifetime Warranty – This rod comes with a lifetime warranty.
Use Cases
- 9ft 4wt (Foundation 490-4) is the ideal rod for dry fly fishing for trout.
- 9ft 5wt (Foundation 590-4) is the all-around trout fly rod.
- 9ft 6wt (Foundation 690-4) is good for streamer fishing.
- 9ft 6wt (Foundation 691-4) is a streamer fishing rod with a fighting butt.
- 9ft 7wt (Foundation 790-4) is good for small mouth bass fishing or large(r) flies.
- 10ft 7wt (Foundation 7100-4) is a good steelhead rod with better line mending properties.
- 9ft 8wt (Foundation 890-4) is an all-around saltwater rod.
- 9ft 9wt (Foundation 990-4) is ideal for salmon and large(r) saltwater species.






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Sage is the industry leader in quality manufacturing. This rod can handle just about anything you throw at it. Beautiful small dry fly presentation? It can handle it. Need to launch a big wooly bugger? It can handle it. Multi-application fast action rod is good for catching rainbow trout on small streams or lakes. Depending on weight size can also catch the biggest browns in the Missouri river.

A great introductory fly rod from a reputable USA-based company. 9' 5wt rod will be perfect for catching trout, bass, and sunfish.

Anglers who want to take their game to the next level of performance. Great for all trout situations.