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.

Rugged black nylon rod tube with divided liner



Snub-Nose Half Wells


Full Wells with EVA Fighting Butt

Model	Line	Length	Grip	Weight (oz)	Reel
490-4	WF4F	9'0"	Snub-Nose Half Wells	2 7/8	2230
590-4	WF5F	9'0"	Snub-Nose Half Wells	3 1/16	2250
690-4	WF6F	9'0"	Snub-Nose Half Wells	3 1/4	2250
790-4	WF7F	9'0"	Full-Wells with EVA Fighting Butt	3 11/16	2280
890-4	WF8F	9'0"	Full-Wells with EVA Fighting Butt	3 13/16	2280