Equipped with a high-performance Graphite IIIe blank, 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.
- Graphite IIIe Technology
- Stealth Black blank colour
- Black primary wraps with silver trim wraps
- Ceramic stripper guides
- Hard chrome snake guides and tip-top
- Black anodised aluminium up-locking reel seat
- Snub nose cork handle with fighting butt on saltwater weights
- Rugged black nylon rod tube with divided liner
| Model | Length | Handle | Line Weight | Tube Size | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 490-4 | 9ft 0in | SNUB-NOSE, HALF WELLS | 4 | 31in | 2 7/8oz |
| 590-4 | 9ft 0in | SNUB-NOSE, HALF WELLS | 5 | 31in | 3 1/16oz |
| 690-4 | 9ft 0in | SNUB-NOSE, HALF WELLS | 6 | 31in | 3 1/4oz |
| 691-4 | 9ft 0in | FULL-WELLS WITH EVA FIGHTING BUTT | 6 | 31in | 3 1/2oz |
| 7100-4 | 10ft 0in | FULL-WELLS WITH EVA FIGHTING BUTT | 7 | 34 1/2in | 4 oz |
| 790-4 | 9ft 0in | FULL-WELLS WITH EVA FIGHTING BUTT | 7 | 31in | 3 11/16oz |
| 890-4 | 9ft 0in | FULL-WELLS WITH EVA FIGHTING BUTT | 8 | 31in | 3 13/16oz |
| 990-4 | 9ft 0in | FULL-WELLS WITH EVA FIGHTING BUTT | 9 | 31in | 3 15/16oz |
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We tested the 10ft #7 version of this rod in a recent rod test. Find out the results and what we thought HERE




















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