Sage Sp Fly Rod Models

Released in 1983 this was the first major fly rod series released by sage and the rp family built with sage s graphite ii technology quickly became the most talked about fly rods in the world.

Sage sp fly rod models.

Recognizing that different fishing scenarios require different rod actions in 1987 don designed the now legendary ll series of moderate action fly. The xps were classic dry fly rods very popular. Fly rods freshwater saltwater spey sage fly fish. Year model description 1982 rp.

The sticker shock hit both of us over 350 for a fly rod. A variety of new and used sage fly rod models are on sale on ebay. Sage graphite iii rpl896 4 custom anderson rod 9 6 8wt mint condition. Saltwater these rods are built specifically to withstand harsh salt water.

The sage z axis rods were the easiest and nicest casting rods of all. Sage fly rod history chart 1982 2011. Discover sage s legendary performance fly rods. The sage trout ll offers the same technological sophistication and design refinement found in the sage x but in a classic medium action rod that excels in dry fly fishing and all the subtle arts of our sport.

The main types are. The rplx saltwater rods set the standard for saltwater fly fishing still to this day. The fli launch and flight rods were great casters for a fair price. In the 1980s sage tried its hand at graphite rods creating the high performance graphite iii rpl fly rod.

But while sage was focused on being at the forefront of fly fishing rod technology the company also kept its purists happy with classic rods such as the ll series 2 5 weight rods built specifically for the lightline angler. Sage spl sp light 8ft 3in 3wt 383 3 fly fishing rod w tube for 3wt line reel 539 00. You choose a fly rod with your purpose in mind we ll build it the same way. Blew my mind at the time but i bit the bullet.

The trout ll is magnificently tuned for a wide casting range much more even flexing than any previous moderate action sage fly rod.