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 thread wraps with Silver trim wraps Ceramic stripper guides; Hard chromed snake guides and tip-top Rugged black nylon rod tube with divided liner 4WT - 6WT Black anodized aluminum up-locking reel seat Snub-nose cork handle 6WT - 9WT Black anodized aluminum up-locking reel seat Snub-nose cork handle with fighting butt MODEL ROD HANDLE ROD LENGTH ROD LINE WEIGHT WEIGHT TUBE SIZE 490-4 FOUNDATION SNUB-NOSE, HALF WELLS 9' 4wt 2 7/8oz 31in 590-4 FOUNDATION SNUB-NOSE, HALF WELLS 9' 5wt 3 1/16oz 31in 690-4 FOUNDATION SNUB-NOSE, HALF WELLS 9' 6wt 3 1/4oz 31in 691-4 FOUNDATION FULL-WELLS WITH EVA FIGHTING BUTT 9' 6wt 3 1/2oz 31in 7100-4 FOUNDATION FULL-WELLS WITH EVA FIGHTING BUTT 10' 7wt 4 oz 34 1/2in 790-4 FOUNDATION FULL-WELLS WITH EVA FIGHTING BUTT 9' 7wt 3 11/16oz 31in 890-4 FOUNDATION FULL-WELLS WITH EVA FIGHTING BUTT 9' 8wt 3 13/16oz 31in 990-4 FOUNDATION FULL-WELLS WITH EVA FIGHTING BUTT 9' 9wt 3 15/16oz 31in
