This Sage R8 Core 9' 8wt is in Excellent Condition
The Ultimate "All-Water" Multi-Tool. Amplified Feedback and Effortless Power.
If you are looking to Trade Up to the most versatile rod in the Sage lineup, the R8 Core 890-4 is a masterclass in modern graphite technology. This rod isn't just a "saltwater" or "freshwater" tool—it is an all-water performer designed to bridge the gap between delicate presentation and raw lifting power. While it retails for $1,100.00 new, this "Excellent Condition" 8-weight model gives you flagship performance with a significantly connected feel.
Why You Need This Rod
The 9' 8-weight is Sage's most popular heavy-duty model for a reason. Built with Revolution 8 (R8) technology, this rod features a new axial fiber formulation that allows you to feel exactly when to apply power throughout the cast. It is powerful enough to punch a Bonefish fly through a 20-knot headwind or wrestle a Silver Salmon in heavy current, yet it possesses a sensitive tip that makes it feel more like a 6-weight in the hand. It transitions seamlessly from the flats to the bass pond, offering an "amplified feedback loop" that makes every cast more intuitive.
- Condition: Excellent (Pristine condition; blank, guides, and cork are like-new).
- Model: 890-4 (9'0", 8wt, 4-piece).
- Technology: R8 Technology for enhanced hoop strength and axial resilience.
- Blank Color: Silver Pine with Slate primary thread wraps.
- Guides: Fuji ceramic stripper guides and hard chromed snake guides.
- Handle: Premium Flor-grade full-wells cork with a cork/EVA fighting butt.
- Reel Seat: Gunmetal anodized aluminum up-locking seat with an integrated hidden hook keeper.
Condition Note: This rod is in Excellent Condition. It has been meticulously maintained, with the Silver Pine blank and Flor-grade cork showing virtually no signs of use. It includes the original black rod bag and the premium aluminum Sage rod tube.


