Sage R8 Core Two Handed Rods

Sage R8 Core 7116-4

Our most popular switch rod, the 7116 is extremely versatile, light in hand, and able to cast both Skagit and Scandi lines from the tightest of quarters. This rod is suitable for most steelhead fisheries and smaller salmon.

TARGET LINES: Skagit 450-500 / Scandi 400-450 / Rec Skagit 475 Skagit Max Power / Rec Scandi 440 Scandi Launch
Sage R8 Core 7126:

At twelve and a half feet, the 7126 can fit into tight spots, but still has the power for turnover of sink-tips and heavy flies, and enough length to adequately control line once on the water. This is an agile rod for small and medium-sized rivers.

TARGET LINES: Skagit 500-550 / Scandi 450-500 / Rec Skagit 525 Skagit Max Power / Rec Scandi 470 Scandi Launch

CLASSIC AESTHETICS

Sage's history designing and building Spey rods dates back to the late-1980's - nearly the beginning of the company itself - when America's Spey Revolution was just beginning. While the SPEY R8 family's performance is a culmination of their most-advanced material technology, blank designs, and rod weight-length configurations to date, they've chosen the aesthetics as a nod to their deep Spey rod history, the pioneers of this niche within fly fishing, and of course, the anadromous fish themselves. Every detail is a thoughtful mix of functional intention and traditional looks. The overall look feels fresh yet familiar, is distinctively Sage, and inspires you to pick up the rods and fish them.

Blank Color - Rich and warm, Ale colored blanks paired with black and gold trim wraps signify the meeting of history, culture, and innovation.

Wood Reel Seat - A traditional deep walnut insert paired with Granite machined aluminum componentry follows a classic theme and is complementary to the Ale blank color.

Cork Handles - Excels in the majority of Spey fishing situations and are best suited to handling a mix of line types and casting styles.