Equipped with a high-performance blank (Graphite IIIe), the FOUNDATION has a fast action providing excellent casting power and effortless control. It’s the very foundation of what defines a Sage rod – Performance - taking your game to another level. Whether you are a guide on the Madison or exploring your backyard waters, the FOUNDATION series delivers the signature Sage feel. For over 35 years we’ve built performance rods one at a time on Bainbridge Island, WA. The same 27 sets of skilled hands that craft all Sage rods construct the FOUNDATION.
DETAILS
- Graphite IIIe Technology
- Stealth Black blank color
- Black primary thread wraps with Silver trim wraps
- Ceramic stripper guides; Hard chromed snake guides and tip-top
- Rugged black nylon rod and reel case
- Sage SPECTRUM C reel
- RIO Products RIO Gold fly line, tapered leader, and backing
- 4WT - 6WT
- Snub-nose cork handle
- Black anodized aluminum up-locking reel seat
- 7WT - 8WT
- Snub-nose cork handle with fighting butt
- Black anodized aluminum up-locking reel seat
| Model | Line Size | Rod Length | Handle | Pieces | Physical Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOUNDATION 490-4 | 4WT | 9'0" | Standard Handle | 4 | 2 7/8oz |
| FOUNDATION 590-4 | 5WT | 9'0" | Standard Handle | 4 | 3 1/16oz |
| FOUNDATION 690-4 | 6WT | 9'0" | Standard Handle | 4 | 3 1/4oz |
| FOUNDATION 691-4 | 6WT | 9'0" | Fighting Butt Handle | 4 | 3 1/2oz |
| FOUNDATION 7100-4 | 7WT | 10'0" | Fighting Butt Handle | 4 | 4oz |
| FOUNDATION 790-4 | 7WT | 9'0" | Fighting Butt Handle | 4 | 3 11/16oz |
| FOUNDATION 890-4 | 8WT | 9'0" | Fighting Butt Handle | 4 | 3 13/16oz |
| FOUNDATION 990-4 | 9WT | 9'0" | Fighting Butt Handle | 4 | 3 15/16oz |
BLACK PRIMARY WRAPS WITH SILVER TRIM WRAPS
BLACK ANODIZED ALUMINUM UP-LOCKING REEL SEAT
CERAMIC STRIPPER GUIDES; HARD CHROME SNAKE GUIDES AND TIP-TOP
RUGGED BLACK NYLON ROD TUBE WITH DIVIDED LINER
DRY FLY
A fast action provides the capability to stay tight to the line and in control of the presentation, while the high line speed drives a tight loop that assists in laser accuracy in technical dry fly situations. With a sensitive tip section to protect light tippets, a versatile balance between accuracy and delicacy is achieved.
NYMPHING
A powerful butt section easily lifts fish from their lie and gives great turnover capabilities for multi-nymph rigs. With a sensitive tip section to protect light tippets, a versatile balance between lifting power and delicacy provides perfect synergy for nymph fishing.
STREAMERS
A powerful butt section easily throws a wide range of streamers and accommodates effective sinking tip lines. In addition, it provides the ability to quickly pull aggressive fish out of structure for increased landing success.
