OVERVIEW
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.
FOUNDATION 490-4 - All Models
Model | Line Size | Rod Length | Handle | Color | Pieces | Physical Weight | SKU |
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FOUNDATION 490-4 | 4WT | 9'0" | Standard Handle | Stealth Black | 4 | 2 7/8oz | 2035-490-4 |
FOUNDATION 590-4 | 5WT | 9'0" | Standard Handle | Stealth Black | 4 | 3 1/16oz | 2035-590-4 |
FOUNDATION 690-4 | 6WT | 9'0" | Standard Handle | Stealth Black | 4 | 3 1/4oz | 2035-690-4 |
FOUNDATION 691-4 | 6WT | 9'0" | Fighting Butt Handle | Stealth Black | 4 | 3 1/2oz | 2035-691-4 |
FOUNDATION 7100-4 | 7WT | 10'0" | Fighting Butt Handle | Stealth Black | 4 | 4oz | 2035-7100-4 |
FOUNDATION 790-4 | 7WT | 9'0" | Fighting Butt Handle | Stealth Black | 4 | 3 11/16oz | 2035-790-4 |
FOUNDATION 890-4 | 8WT | 9'0" | Fighting Butt Handle | Stealth Black | 4 | 3 13/16oz | 2035-890-4 |
FOUNDATION 990-4 | 9WT | 9'0" | Fighting Butt Handle | Stealth Black | 4 | 3 15/16oz | 2035-990-4 |
FOUNDATION
FEATURES
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
Black anodized aluminum up-locking reel seat
Snub-nose cork handle with fighting butt
Rugged black nylon rod tube with divided liner
Black primary wraps with silver trim wraps
Black primary wraps with silver trim wraps
Black anodized aluminum up-locking reel seat
Black anodized aluminum up-locking reel seat
Rugged black nylon rod tube with divided liner
Rugged black nylon rod tube with divided liner
Ceramic stripper guides; Hard chrome snake guides and tip-top
Ceramic stripper guides; Hard chrome snake guides and tip-top
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.
GRAPHITE IIIe
GRAPHITE IIIe
Graphite IIIe Technology brings power and durability resulting in a more connected feel throughout the casting stroke, making longer and more accurate casts possible. Constructed using glass scrims within layers of graphite, Graphite IIIe rods are noted for their light weight, dependability, and smooth feel.
MADE IN USA
MADE IN USA
At Sage, craftsmanship is our people. We’re not a big faceless factory, but rather a workplace of craftspeople who design and build the world’s best fly rods and reels using our hands and hearts. We do it by sharing ideas and always asking the next question to find what can be done to make this better. Our rods are built one at time right here on Bainbridge Island, WA, following hundreds of meticulous steps and passing through 23 sets of hands. Our reels are also designed right here, and then precision-crafted with exclusive USA carbon to tolerance only Sage can deliver. We’re out there fishing the same places in the same unforgiving conditions that you are. Craftsmanship is applied experience. Lifetimes of it.
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level to have this rod in the quiver to use. Read LessRead less about This rod is the utility knife of fly
run brookies on it. Beside being an easy casting rod and accurate enough for my likings, I really dig the fact that the blank is in matte black. It doesn't make much of a difference for Atlantic salmon but any glimpse of glare is a killer when it comes to fishing for sea-run brook trout. I definitely enjoy it as much as the more expensive Sage rods I own :) Recommended for anyone looking for a budget friendly option, it doesn't matter if you're just getting into fly fishing or if you're an experienced fly fisher, you'll like it for sure. Read LessRead less about As a trout and northern pike fishing