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.

Graphite IIIe Technology

• Stealth Black blank color

• Black primary wraps with silver trim wraps

• Ceramic stripper guides

• Hard chrome snake guides and tip-top

• Black anodized aluminum up-locking reel seat

• Snub nose cork handle with fighting butt on #7 weights and up

• Rugged black nylon rod tube with divided liner