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Saltwater Specific / Fast Action

MAVERICK 990-4

MAVERICK 990-4

$499.99
$675.00 $499.99

All-around saltwater tool for windier days and larger/heavier flies

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  • Model:
    MAVERICK 990-4
  • Line Size:
    9WT
  • Rod Length:
    9'0"
  • Handle:
    Fighting Butt Handle
  • Color:
    Pacific Blue
  • Pieces:
    4
  • SKU:
    2048-990-4
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MAVERICK

Overview

Saltwater angling is more often a game of quick shots than long casts. Dropping a fly in front of a cruising tarpon 20ft off the bow can be the difference between success and failure during a day on the flats. In fact, most saltwater fisheries put a premium on getting the fly to the target quickly. Redfish meandering about Louisiana marshes, bonefish cruising marl-covered flats, and stripers slashing at bait all require a quick cast into "the zone" for high odds at a hookup. The quicker you can lay the fly down, the better the results. Sage's new MAVERICK has been designed to maximize these quick-shot opportunities with a powerful tip section that drives the casting load down to more robust lower sections, making it easier to fire these quick efficient casts and helping the angler make the most of their finite opportunities. With a true saltwater specific backbone and design, the MAVERICK is ready for any salty challenge thrown its way.

MAVERICK

Features

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Details

Konnetic Technology

Pacific Blue blank color

Charcoal primary thread wraps with Light Grey trim wraps

Oversized Fuji ceramic stripper guides

Oversized hard chromed snake guides and tip-top

Corrosion resistant anodized aluminum reel seat in Matte Slate

Integrated hidden hook keeper in reel seat

Super grade full-wells cork handle with cork/EVA fighting butt

Extended full-wells cork handle with cork/EVA fighting butt on 1486-4 model

Black rod bag with Titanium logo and Blue model tag

Matte Black powder coated aluminum rod tube with Sage Medallion

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Charcoal primary thread wraps with Light Grey trim wraps

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Corrosion resistant anodized aluminum reel seat in Matte Slate

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Matte Black powder coated aluminum rod tube with Sage Medallion

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Oversized Fuji ceramic stripper guides with Oversized hard chromed snake guides and tip-top

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QUICK-SHOT PRESENTATIONS

Whether it’s a school of Bonefish coming in hot at 10 o’clock or a ravenous Roosterfish charging bait in the surf, you need a rod that can quickly deliver the fly to where it needs to be. The MAVERICK features a responsive blank that gives anglers the ability to quickly pick-up and re-cast, changing direction to where the fish are headed next.
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INCREASED PULLING & LIFTING POWER

With the vastness of the saltwater environment comes fish that, pound for pound, just fight harder. With that, you need a rod that can fight back. The MAVERICK series is built with a seriously stout blank that can not only help put the stop on a blistering Bonefish or tail-walking Tarpon, but is able to effectively lift heavy fish to the surface when they go deep.
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OVERSIZED GUIDE-SET TO HELP REDUCE TANGLES

When saltwater gamefish are on the line, the last thing you want is line getting wrapped around the guides and tangling, or a knot jamming up and breaking off your first Tarpon. The oversized guide-set on the SALT HD helps make sure that your cast delivers the fly as smooth as silk, and larger saltwater knots slide through without a hitch.

Konnetic

LIGHTER. SLIMMER. STRONGER. MORE ACCURATE RODS.

Improved accuracy is a result of smoother tracking and increased line speed and line control... all features of Sage’s revolutionary Konnetic Technology®. Creating an impossibly light blank with enhanced hand-to-fly sensitivity, Konnetic Technology utilizes advanced modulus positioning that places carbon fibers to exacting tolerances. This creates slimmer blank profiles with unparalleled strength and efficient energy transfer throughout the shaft. Konnetic Technology’s highly responsive and robust blanks feel connected, offering significantly enhanced torsional stability and minimal vibration for casts that track effortlessly and accurately.

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.

Overall rating: 4.9365077 / 5 from 63 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The MAVERICK 990-4 is an all-around saltwater tool praised for its easy, precise casts and effective action. Customers appreciate its great performance and value, making it a popular choice for windier days and larger/heavier flies.

Summary topics

  • Casting Precision: 14%
  • Value for Money: 10%
  • Action Effectiveness: 8%
  • Performance and Value: 10%

Review topics: ["weight","performance","feel","value","finish","power","price","rod","casts","fish","action","stick","bones","rods","species","flats"].

Review highlights

  • "Great stick, great price, easy to cast and good for lighter salt fishing." — Tom C.
  • "This is an amazing saltwater stick at a great price!" — Lee P.
  • "Powerful and precise butt for casting large and heavy flies!!!!" — Gustavo E.

Reviews

just another great rod from

"just another great rod from sage period, just tested it out for bones in Mexico and worked perfectly"

— jim g. (5/5)

New 9wt

"Looks great. Can’t wait to fish it!"

— Craig M. (4/5)

Jams

"This rod jams, it’s literally one of the best all around salt rods on the market at ANY price. Check reviews out there Im not the only experienced angler saying so. This rod will go down as one of the best. From marlin to bones this series can do it all (and very well)."

— Travis (5/5)

Well made rod

"Well made rod"

— Ryan T. (5/5)

Great value

"The 8wt Maverick is my go-to rod at the moment for red fish. Feels like a much more expensive rod. You’re going to want to add this one to the collection."

— Jay N. (5/5)

Especial para Dorados de Sudamérica

"Tengo la 8wt. Y la 6wt. Especial para pescar con moscas para Dorados y otros depredadores. . . . . Butt potente y precisa para lanzar grandes y pesadas moscas!!!!"

— Gustavo E. (5/5)

Love the Maverick 11 weight.

"Love the Maverick 11 weight. It did great once again in Cuba. Many thanks."

— Jason C. (5/5)

Great stick

"What an excellent performance rod at a great price. I bought the 7 wt as a back up and for lighter wind days or trailers. It ended up casting in the wind better than the 8wt I have. I think a new 8 weight is on the table now"

— Dean D. (5/5)

Sweet Rod

"Strong rod with great action. . Using it here in Florida for Snook and baby Tarpon…Awesome"

— Capt. S. (5/5)

Great Rod & Price

"Loads & shoots beautifully. Top tier rod for the price."

— Carter S. (5/5)

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