Sage Salt R8

Sage Salt R8 Fly Rod is built for demanding saltwater environments where conditions change quickly and sight-fishing demands instant accuracy. Designed with R8 graphite, the Sage Salt R8 offers more strength, faster recovery, and improved touch for short-range precision. Its refined taper allows anglers to load the rod predictably and deliver clean shots when the window of opportunity is only a few seconds.

Applications and target species

The Sage Salt R8 Fly Rod excels in fisheries where quick, decisive presentations determine success. Whether targeting bonefish on clear flats, permit along shallow edges, or gian trevalley on remote atolls. The Sage Salt R8 provides the strength to control powerful fish and the sensitivity needed for accurate shots at any distances.

Design, action and construction

The Sage Salt R8 Fly Rod features R8 graphite, delivering 25% more strength-per-weight for improved pulling power. Titanium Fuji K-guides reduce tangles and withstand corrosion, while oversized snake guides allow large knots to pass smoothly. Finished in Tempest Blue with slate wraps, the Sage Salt R8 balances durability, feel, and precision for tough saltwater use.

Benefits

• 25% greater strength-per-weight for faster landing times
• More intuitive sweet spot for precise short-range presentations
• Improved durability for harsh saltwater environments and remote travel

Features

• R8 graphite for 25% greater strength-per-weight and improved pulling power
• Tempest Blue blank with slate thread wraps and graded white/grey trim
• Titanium Fuji K-Guide ceramic stripper guides with oversized chrome snakes
• Heavy-duty anodised aluminium up-locking reel seat with integrated hook keeper
• Premium Flor-grade full-wells cork grip with EVA fighting butt
• Aluminium rod tube with Sage medallion and fast-access rod bag

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