Most saltwater fly rods are built for pure power and ultimate strength. By adding 25% more strength-per-weight to the new R8 graphite, Sage increased both the fight and pulling power in this rod range, enabling faster landing and fish release times.
More strength and fight were an obvious upgrade, yet few salt rods, especially in the heavier weights, achieve the importance of feel for fine and precise presentations. Shaping a taper that brought this increased touch into the equation took more time and, and after lots of development, and working directly with experienced saltwater guides, Sage rod designers found the right profile to deliver strength, presentation, and a more intuitive sweet spot to a class of rods that have long had a reputation as unwieldy, unforgiving, and difficult.
With the SALT R8, gone are the days of sacrificing the feel and touch in your saltwater rod.
25% increased strength for greater pulling power and quicker fish landing
Enhanced durability and toughness to withstand more rugged situation
Intuitive sweet spot that prioritizes touch and speed for shorter shots and on-demand casts
Saltwater specific guide set - Fuji K-guides resist corrosion, while their angled, oversized shape prevents snags
Heavy-duty reel seat with oversized locking rings to keep the reel tight to the rod for greater contact, rigidity, and a more direct connection when fighting powerful fish
Key Features
Sage’s R8 technology
Tempest Blue blank colour.
Slate primary thread wraps with graduated White and Grey trim.
Premium Flor Grade Cork Handle w/EVA Butt.
Black rod bag with new cord lock for quicker, easier, and cleaner storage.
Aluminium rod tube with Sage medallion.
9ft 8wt, 9ft 9wt and 9ft 10wt are also suitable for pike fishing
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Returns and Exchanges
Unused or unwanted purchases can be returned for refund within 28 days of receipt.
Purchases can be returned for exchange within 28 days of receipt.
https://www.farlows.co.uk/sage-salt-r8-fly-rod.html72818Sage Salt R8 Fly Rodhttps://www.farlows.co.uk/media/catalog/product/2/3/23a0033.1.jpg11501150GBPInStock/Fly Fishing/Fly Fishing/Fly Fishing Rods/Fly Fishing/Top Saltwater Tackle/Fly Fishing/Fly Fishing/Fly Fishing Rods/Fly Fishing/Top Saltwater Fishing Tackle/Fly Fishing/Top Pike Tackle/Fly Fishing/Top Pike on the Fly Tackle/Fly Fishing/Top Bass Fly Fishing Tackle/Fly Fishing/Top Bass Tackle/Father's Day Gift Ideas/brands/Sage5956691009116912411308133014291439100810531000276147959510101169<p>Most saltwater <a title="Discover our range of fly rods." href="https://www.farlows.co.uk/fly-fishing/fly-fishing-rods.html">fly rods</a> are built for pure power and ultimate strength. By adding 25% more strength-per-weight to the new R8 graphite, Sage increased both the fight and pulling power in this rod range, enabling faster landing and fish release times.</p>
<p>More strength and fight were an obvious upgrade, yet few salt rods, especially in the heavier weights, achieve the importance of feel for fine and precise presentations. Shaping a taper that brought this increased touch into the equation took more time and, and after lots of development, and working directly with experienced saltwater guides, Sage rod designers found the right profile to deliver strength, presentation, and a more intuitive sweet spot to a class of rods that have long had a reputation as unwieldy, unforgiving, and difficult.</p>
<p>With the SALT R8, gone are the days of sacrificing the feel and touch in your saltwater rod.</p>
<p><img src="{{media url="wysiwyg/Both/BESTOFSHOWFLYRODSALTWATER.jpg"}}" alt="Best of Show Fly Rod Saltwater" width="40% "></p> <style>#html-body [data-pb-style=TWXBGQA],#html-body [data-pb-style=V4908SN]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll}</style><div data-content-type="row" data-appearance="contained" data-element="main"><div data-enable-parallax="0" data-parallax-speed="0.5" data-background-images="{}" data-background-type="image" data-video-loop="true" data-video-play-only-visible="true" data-video-lazy-load="true" data-video-fallback-src="" data-element="inner" data-pb-style="V4908SN"><div data-content-type="text" data-appearance="default" data-element="main"><p><strong>Key Benefits</strong></p>
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<li>25% increased strength for greater pulling power and quicker fish landing</li>
<li>Enhanced durability and toughness to withstand more rugged situation</li>
<li>Intuitive sweet spot that prioritizes touch and speed for shorter shots and on-demand casts</li>
<li>Saltwater specific guide set - Fuji K-guides resist corrosion, while their angled, oversized shape prevents snags</li>
<li>Heavy-duty reel seat with oversized locking rings to keep the reel tight to the rod for greater contact, rigidity, and a more direct connection when fighting powerful fish</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Key Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Sage’s R8 technology</li>
<li>Tempest Blue blank colour.</li>
<li>Slate primary thread wraps with graduated White and Grey trim.</li>
<li>Premium Flor Grade Cork Handle w/EVA Butt.</li>
<li>Black rod bag with new cord lock for quicker, easier, and cleaner storage.</li>
<li>Aluminium rod tube with Sage medallion.</li>
<li>9ft 8wt, 9ft 9wt and 9ft 10wt are also suitable for pike fishing</li>
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