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Sage R8 Core Fly Rod Series

The Sage R8 Core Series brings a new era of connected performance—hyper-responsive, versatile, and built around Sage’s breakthrough R8 Core Technology. Designed for anglers who need one rod that can adapt to nearly any species or water type, the R8 Core delivers seamless energy transfer, instant feedback, and a remarkably intuitive casting feel. From precision dry fly work to heavy streamer duty, this rod family gives you the control, sensitivity, and confidence to make every moment on the water feel dialed-in.

Features

- R8 Core Technology for amplified two-way feedback and elevated sensitivity throughout cast, presentation, and fight

- Silver Pine blank with clean slate thread wraps and white/gray trim

- Axial-fiber construction for higher energy transmission and improved rebound control

- Line weights from 3–9 for true all-water versatility

- Fuji ceramic stripping guides for smooth, durable line flow

- Hard-chromed snake guides for classic performance and long life

- 3–5 wt: Sustainable Ziricotta wood insert with anodized aluminum up-locking seat

- 5–9 wt: Corrosion-resistant anodized aluminum reel seat with hidden hook keeper

- Includes aluminum rod tube with Sage medallion + new cord-lock rod bag

- Fast-action blank built for nymphs, dries, streamers, and technical presentations

- Backed by Sage’s lifetime original-owner warranty (processing fee applies)

Why We Use It

We reach for the R8 Core because it feels alive in hand—high feedback, instant connection, and the ability to adjust power smoothly without losing finesse. The axial-fiber construction noticeably improves tracking, and the rod recovers incredibly clean, which makes long, accurate casts feel almost effortless. Whether we’re threading dries under overhangs, nymphing pocket water, or firing streamers into fast current, the R8 Core gives us the responsiveness and control we want in a true all-water tool.

Hyper-versatile, high-response, and refined in every detail, the Sage R8 Core is built for anglers who want one rod family capable of excelling everywhere—from small streams to salt.