Sage Payload 4pc Fly Rod

Big fish, big fly. While not always the case, this rule does ring true for many warmwater and saltwater fisheries with anglers casting larger flies than ever before. With a powerful but comfortable casting action, the new Sage Payload series of fly-rods are designed to help anglers cast those heavy lines and big flies more effectively. Whether launching a double-articulated pike streamer to the far bank with the 689-4 or dredging the UK, Irish, French, Belgium or Dutch coast for seabass with the 989-4, anglers will notice how easy it is to hurl a heavy line and big fly with the Sage Payload.

Featuring a fast action for casting large flies and a very powerful tip to help pick up heavy lines off the water, the Sage Payload is tuned for the extreme. These powerful mid sections then transition to a more forgiving butt that allows for a slower and more relaxed casting stroke that reduces fatigue. This softer butt section also allows for more leverage while fighting fish, making it easier to gain ground on hard fighting species. The slightly shorter lengths offer a more effortless cast through a shorter lever and are better for landing fish out of a boat over a traditional 9’0”/275 cm fly-rod.

Features

• Tailored for casting large or wind resistant flies
• Increased pick-up of heavy line off the water
• More leverage for fighting powerful fish