Sage Rods Power R8 890-4

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Sage Rods Power R8 890-4

Power R8

Power R8

Go Further, Faster

The 890-4 is the go-to model when conditions and quarry bring a mixed bag of questions in need of answers. Ideal for presenting long shots to bonefish in technical conditions and packed with ample reserve power for lifting and positioning sinking lines in both salt- and freshwater environments, Reach for ultrafast POWER R8 and proceed with speed.
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$1,100.00
$1,100.00
Quick recovery, ample reserve power, and ultra-fast performance let POWER R8 cut through rough conditions, drive for distance, and move heavy rigs and supersized flies with minimal effort.

Specs
Power R8 890-4

SKU: 2067-890-4

Basics
  • The fly line weight designation (e.g., 5wt). Match the line size to the rod's recommended line weight for the best casting. 8wt
  • The length of the fully assembled rod. Longer rods add reach and line control; shorter rods are easier to handle in tight spaces. 9'0"
  • How much and where the rod flexes when casting. Fast actions bend mostly near the tip for power and distance; slower actions bend deeper for feel.
  • The blank design and material technology used to build the rod, which affects its strength, weight and casting feel. R8 Technology
  • The main type of fishing the product is designed for, such as dry fly, nymph, streamer, saltwater or all-around use. Streamers and Sinking Lines
  • The fish species the product is best suited for, such as trout, bass, steelhead or saltwater species. Golden Dorado and Bonefish
  • The type of water the product is designed for, such as streams, rivers, lakes, stillwater or saltwater. Freshwater, Saltwater, and River
Blank
  • The material used to build the rod blank, such as graphite. It shapes how light and responsive the rod feels. Aerospace Composite
  • The number of sections the rod breaks down into. More pieces pack smaller for travel and storage. 4
  • Color Hot Rod Red
Components
  • The rod's grip, typically cork. Its shape and size affect comfort and casting control. Full-Wells with EVA Fighting Butt
  • The hardware at the base of the rod handle where the reel attaches and locks in place. Anodized Aluminum Reel Seat
  • The color of the thread wraps that hold the guides in place, plus any accent trim on the rod. Burgundy Base Wraps with Grey and Black Trim Wraps
  • An area designed to hold a fly securely by the hook when the rigged rod is not in use. Hidden
  • The guides along the rod that hold the fly line close to the blank and help it travel smoothly during the cast. Hard Chromed Snake Guides and Tip-Top
  • The cloth sleeve that holds the rod sections and keeps them from rubbing together inside the tube. Black Rod Bag with Quick-Tie Cord Lock
  • The hard protective tube that stores the rod, in its bag, for travel and storage. Aluminum Rod Tube with Sage Medallion

Technology

R8

R8 Technology in the POWER R8 series emphasizes high line speed and authoritative control for rods that deliver speed, strength and precision, while staying light and reactive.

  • Maximum Punch

    Signature R8 hoop strength maintains shape under aggressive casting force, preventing ovalization when pushing distance or punching through wind.

  • Powerful Strength

    R8 Power Fiber increases stiffness and lifting strength, driving line speed and improving fish-turning ability.

  • Light & Tight

    Lower mass equals faster recovery and tighter loops, creating a crisp, responsive feel especially at higher power levels.

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Why Power R8

Powerful Versatility

Made to make fast more finesse-able, designed to cruise at the line speeds necessary for into-the-backing-knot shots, and built with the kind of R8-exclusive reserve power that handles heavy loads, POWER R8 gives you the keys to explore the inconceivable.

  • Streamers

    Blending quick recovery, ample reserve power, and ultra-fast performance – POWER R8 takes the foot off the brakes. Lift sinking lines at distance and mobilize your full range of small to supersize streamers and saltwater flies with minimal effort and maximum punch.

  • Nymphing

    R8 Technology creates an intuitive connection between the angler and the angling at hand. POWER R8 translates those signature attributes into an ultra-fast action stick that syncs with your heavy indicator setups and stack-mend needs.

  • Dry Flies

    Precision at distance, in any conditions, is where POWER R8 sings. Whether it's an upstream breeze blowing in clouds of PMDs or a far-off salmonfly eruption in need of accurate interception, quick recovery and ultra-fast performance make it possible.

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  • Fuji K-Series Tangle Free Stripping Guides, with SiC Ring

  • Hot Rod Red Blank Color

  • Burgundy Base Wraps with Grey and Black Trim Wraps

  • Premium Flor Grade Snub-Nose Half-Wells Cork Handle

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Power R8 label detail
Power R8 890-4
The fly line weight designation (e.g., 5wt). Match the line size to the rod's recommended line weight for the best casting. 8wt
Price $1,100
Best Suited For Anglers prioritizing line speed, distance, and reserve power.
The main type of fishing the product is designed for, such as dry fly, nymph, streamer, saltwater or all-around use. Streamers and Sinking Lines
The blank design and material technology used to build the rod, which affects its strength, weight and casting feel. R8 Technology
The material used to build the rod blank, such as graphite. It shapes how light and responsive the rod feels. Aerospace Composite
How much and where the rod flexes when casting. Fast actions bend mostly near the tip for power and distance; slower actions bend deeper for feel.
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Salt R8
Salt R8 890-4
The fly line weight designation (e.g., 5wt). Match the line size to the rod's recommended line weight for the best casting. 8wt
Price $1,150
Best Suited For Anglers who want saltwater power without losing touch.
The main type of fishing the product is designed for, such as dry fly, nymph, streamer, saltwater or all-around use. Topwater, Sight Fishing, Saltwater Specific, and All Around
The blank design and material technology used to build the rod, which affects its strength, weight and casting feel. R8 Technology
The material used to build the rod blank, such as graphite. It shapes how light and responsive the rod feels. Aerospace Composite
How much and where the rod flexes when casting. Fast actions bend mostly near the tip for power and distance; slower actions bend deeper for feel.
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R8 Core
R8 Core 890-4
The fly line weight designation (e.g., 5wt). Match the line size to the rod's recommended line weight for the best casting. 8wt
Price $1,100
Best Suited For Anglers who want maximum versatility from a single rod.
The main type of fishing the product is designed for, such as dry fly, nymph, streamer, saltwater or all-around use. Multi-Application, Streamers, All Around, and Topwater
The blank design and material technology used to build the rod, which affects its strength, weight and casting feel. R8 Technology
The material used to build the rod blank, such as graphite. It shapes how light and responsive the rod feels. Aerospace Composite
How much and where the rod flexes when casting. Fast actions bend mostly near the tip for power and distance; slower actions bend deeper for feel.
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Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 12 reviews.

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Reviews

Sage R8 Power

"I have only cast it a few times; but I am an FFI Certified Casting Instructor and plan on using this rod for teaching."

— Robert A. (5/5)

I Love this fly rod.

"This is a tremendous fly rod. I’ve used it in very different situations with very different lines and it excels with all. I use it in PA for Smallmouth with a Rio Smallmouth. It’s awesome. I brought it and several other rods to Labrador. I only used the PR8. Cast with the Rio XP and Max. Excelled with both. And I’m sitting in Anchorage writing this review. Rod got its butt kicked. Just abused. Not intentionally just the Alaska deal. I dropped it in the river trying to land an angry dollie. I was heartbroken. It came swirling back to me in an eddy. I love this rod. ."

— B. J. (5/5)

Great 5 weight rod for

"Great 5 weight rod for casting flies at distance or wind but sensitive enough for most trout applications. Paired with 5 weight Bank Robber it is perfect for salmon flies or hoppers from a boat. Beautifully finished as well."

— William P. (5/5)

"Light nice and easy to cast"

— jerry (5/5)

They gave it the right name! - 990-4

"This is probably the post powerful 9wt on the market today but is still a very nice rod to cast. The action reminds me of the old Loomis NRX 9wt. I thought it handled a Grand Slam nicely. It's a very pretty rod with a great reel seat, but I would rather seen Sage use black snakes and Cerecoils for the stripping guides."

— Tom (5/5)

5 stars!!

"Great end to end experience! Thank you!"

— William R. (5/5)

From 2’ trout to 30” carp, this 6wt has the power

"Unlike other fast powerful rods the R8-Power is still very responsive allowing the angler to deliver large wind resistant flies with ease. Even better, once you hook a fish the rod has all of the fighting power in the world. With the 690-4FB I have been able to land Brown Trout exceeding twenty four inches as well as Common Carp in the twenty-eight to thirty inch range. If you are looking for a competitive advantage taming large fish then you have found it in the power."

— Richard M. (5/5)

Awesome…. can’t wait to use it.

"Awesome…. can’t wait to use it."

— Jonathan B. (5/5)

Incredibly powerful rod! Great for

"Incredibly powerful rod! Great for throwing heavy streamers"

— Mark P. (5/5)

Great Rod! Delivers flies for

"Great Rod! Delivers flies for a diverse spectrum of fish amazingly well."

— Thomas G. (5/5)

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