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The PAYLOAD features a rugged design and extra-large componentry to handle heavy lines and wrangle the largest freshwater and saltwater species. Sage's classic Konnetic Technology and a strong midsection and powerful tip section make this rod efficient and highly functional when casting heavy rigs. A softer butt section increases rod leverage capabilities, and a shorter overall rod length adds to the rod's lifting power. The butt section on the PAYLOAD is forgiving to allow anglers to utilize the powerful tip and midsection without compromising casting stroke. Incredible power, incredible capabilities, and incredible performance.
Konnetic Technology - Sage has completely redefined graphite technology with Konnetic Tech. By restructuring the graphite-to-resin ratio used in rod blanks, Sage has introduced a higher-density fiber composite that’s lighter, stronger, and more versatile on the water. With Konnetic Tech, the Payload has incredibly efficient energy transfer capabilities, perfected rod stiffness, and element-defying durability. What does all this mean? Tighter loops, faster line speed, and superior heavy line casting ability.
Tangle-Free Fuji Ceramic Stripping Guides - Fuji ceramic guides have stood the test of time as high-performance guides in fly fishing. Ceramic guides offer durability and easy line shooting capabilities, and the tangle-free guides accommodate heavy lines.
Extra Large Hard Chrome Snake Guides - Continuing with the oversized theme, extra-large hard chromed snake guides maximize line shooting capabilities. Similar to the Fuji guides on the Payload, they also accommodate heavy sinking lines.
Heavy-Duty Aluminum Reel Seat - The heavy-duty aluminum reel seat on the Payload minimizes corrosion and anchors large reels. A double-uplocking component holds down heavy reels to allow anglers to worry about the fish, not the equipment. The rod also includes a super plus full-wells cork handle and a durable fighting butt.
Black Ballistic Rod Tube - The Payload comes with a black ballistic rod tube to keep the rod safe during transportation. The rod tube also comes with an embroidered Sage logo.
The Sage Lifetime Warranty - 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
Rod Action: Fast
Best for: All Water, Big Flies
Grip: Full Wells w/ Fighting Butt 
Ability Level: Advanced - Expert 
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We highly recommend using a streamer-specific line or a heavy saltwater line. Our favorite for freshwater applications is:
Sage has released a rod designed to cast large flies and fight big fish. The PAYLOAD features a rugged design and extra large componentry to handle heavy lines and wrangle the largest freshwater and saltwater species. If you're looking for a rod designed for Pike, Musky, and other predatory fish, especially in the mid-price range, the Payload is one of the best at its price range. Read on to find out why.
| Length | Line Weight | Color | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8ft 9in | 6wt | Red | $750.00 | |
| 8ft 9in | 7wt | Red | $750.00 | |
| 8ft 9in | 8wt | Red | $750.00 | |
| 8ft 9in | 9wt | Red | $750.00 | |
| 9ft | 10wt | Red | $750.00 | |
| 9ft 3in | 11wt | Red | $750.00 |
Overall rating: 4.5 / 5 from 2 reviews.
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"As expected it’s an Great rod this far!!"
"I am pleased with this rod. FOr its indended purpose it fits the bill- I am throwing a SCI Anglers 3/5/7 10 wt on it with large saltwater flies off a boat for striped bass. I had to slow my casting stroke down a touch and get a bigger loop but once I made the adjustment it works well. Its a slighly heavy rod and thicker than most but this boat fishing in a rough and tumble striper situation I feel it is strong in construction and that is a good thing. But is long enought to do some 2 handed stuff too. Its a dump truck type of 10 wt but in a good way and fish to 25 lbs I was not worried about a thing."
