{"product_id":"sage-foundation-fly-rod","title":"Sage Foundation Fly Rod","description":"\u003cdiv data-element=\"main\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-content-type=\"html\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSage's entry-level rod series, The Foundation, is a quietly practical rod built on the foundational concepts of fly fishing. The Foundation offers affordable high-performance, incredible castability, and a friendly smoothness to accommodate all anglers. If you're looking for an affordable rod to accompany you on freshwater adventures, the Sage Foundation is one of the best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGraphite IIIe Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e - Graphite IIIe Technology from Sage shapes rods that are powerfully durable. The tech is a combination of glass scrims within layers of graphite to create a lightweight design and taper. Graphite IIIe also improves casting smoothness and connectedness allowing the angler to make longer, more accurate casts. The Foundation's smooth feel and long-distance abilities stem from Graphite IIIe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGuides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCeramic Stripping Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Ceramic stripping guides create a rod that's functional and stylish. Ceramic guides offer industry-accepted performance and dependable durability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHard Chromed Snake Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e - Snake guides are also time-proven and industry-accepted. The snake guides on the Foundation provide minimal resistance to allow lines to move through the rod effortlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReel Seat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUplocking w\/Black Anodized Aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e - The black anodized aluminum of the reel seat matches the blank color of the Foundation and minimizes weathering and wear. The single uplocking component holds freshwater reels in place. Overall, the reel seat on the Foundation is quiet but functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRod Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Nylon Rod Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Foundation comes with a nylon black rod tube to protect and store the rod when it's not being used. Nylon is a great mid-priced alternative to aluminum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sage Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e - As of January 2021, Every new Sage rod, blank and Sage reel is covered by a lifetime, original owner warranty. One of the finest warranties in the business, it covers defects in materials or workmanship as well as rods that fail due to misuse, negligence, or normal wear-and-tear. Repair fees are based on the age of the rod and Sage charges a $30 processing fee for rods that are part of the current lineup. For up to the minute warranty information, please contact Sage Repairs at 888-848-7243\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRod Action:\u003c\/strong\u003eFast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Fast\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fast-action.gif\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Water, Nymphs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"All Water, Nymphs\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/all-nymph.gif\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snub-Nose Half Wells (4-8 weights)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Snub-Nose Half Wells (4-8 weights)\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/rhw.gif\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Wells W\/Fighting Butt (6 weight)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Full Wells W\/Fighting Butt (6 weight)\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/fw-fb.gif\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner- Expert \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Beginner- Expert\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/beg-exp.gif\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/pages\/choosing-a-fly-rod-ability-level-beginner-intermediate-expert\" style=\"font-size: 10px;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(learn more)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe highly recommend using a freshwater specific line. Our favorite for all water applications is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/scientific-anglers-amplitude-mpx-fly-line\"\u003eScientific Anglers Amplitude MPX Fly Line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sage","offers":[{"title":"4wt \/ 9ft \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells","offer_id":48478179721449,"sku":"SKU644269243770","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5wt \/ 9ft \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells","offer_id":48478179754217,"sku":"SKU644269243787","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells","offer_id":48478179819753,"sku":"SKU644269243794","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6wt \/ 9ft \/ Full Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478179786985,"sku":"SKU644269245835-NEWSKU","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 9ft \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478179852521,"sku":"SKU644269243800","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7wt \/ 10ft \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells","offer_id":48478179688681,"sku":"SKU644269248881","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8wt \/ 9ft \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478179885289,"sku":"SKU644269243817","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"9wt \/ 9ft \/ Snub-nose Half-Wells w\/Fighting Butt","offer_id":48478179918057,"sku":"SKU644269247785","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1846\/1673\/files\/sage-rods-sage-foundation-fly-rod-1199942116.jpg?v=1761877459","url":"https:\/\/www.tridentflyfishing.com\/products\/sage-foundation-fly-rod","provider":"Trident Fly Fishing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}