Sage Enforcer Fly Reel

Sage’s Encorcer Reel is brand new for 2023 and ready for any salty adventure that comes your way. With this series of reels, Sage builds on and replaces their Spectrum Max series while adding 50% more drag with increased durability and a fully-improved sealing. Living up to its name and surpassing the reel’s predecessor, the Enforcer is a reel that combines solid stopping power, durability, and a do-it-all collection of sizes that’s ready for anything from hefty bonefish to large tarpon and even offshore species like sailfish. Taking a build and design that’s influenced by their big game Thermo Reels, the Enforcer has a hassle-free and easy-to-use single-turn drag system that’s equipped with numbered settings and audible clicks to make it easy to fine-tune your drag perfectly for the specie at hand. A strong reel that’s equally at home wading a flat as it is fishing out of a boat, the Enforcer is cold-forged and tempered while being made from a tough and lightweight Fully machined 6061-T6 aerospace grade aluminum so as to remain durable and prevent corrosion while providing the perfect balance for a range of rod tapers and line weights. A reliable saltwater ready reel–yet, don’t discount it for situations like Great Lakes steelhead that require a strong drag–you can count on the Enforcer to quickly take control of the battle whether you’re pulling on a six-foot tarpon, crafty permit, or an offshore blackfin tuna. 

Design

Large Arbor Saltwater Design - Sage makes their Enforcer as a mid-priced model with all of the features needed to tackle a wide range of species and fishing environments. Sage went the more-classic route to the Enforcer’s size while offering excellent line pickup as a result of its narrow construction. Further convenience is added through Sage’s Radius Cornered Reel Feet which works to prevent abrasion when wrapping your leader around your reel or when you need to make quick work out of managing your line in that initial run of a tough fish. The Enforcer is a lightweight reel that holds an ample amount of backing, provides solid stopping power, and remains durable no matter what the day calls for. 

Finish
Hard Anodized - Sage’s Enforcer has a Hard Anodization that remains durable while coming in a range of matted colors. This Hard Anodized finish works to prevent corrosion after long days in the salt while protecting the surface of the reel from things like random drops and windy days when the sand is flying through the air. The Enforcer comes in a few different colors, so whether you prefer something more traditional like a Matte Stealth or want something a little more colorful like their Tempest Blue option (ya know, the perfect color to complement Sage’s new Salt R8), the Enforcer has a choice that will make you smile. 

Materials
Fully machined 6061-T6 aerospace grade aluminum - The Enforcer was designed as a reel that can be used for years to come, and Sage crafted it out of a high-quality Fully machined 6061-T6 aerospace grade aluminum. This aircraft-grade aluminum is super light in hand yet doesn’t sacrifice durability. An excellent balance between being purpose-driven and maintaining solid performance, the Enforcer is a reel that’s sure to be in your lineup for the long haul. 

Drag
Sealed Carbon Drag System - Sage builds their Enforcer series of reels with their Sealed Carbon Drag System. A drag system that’s smooth, reliable, and has ample stopping power, the SCS Drag is made with top-notch Carbon Drag Discs and each reel is hand-calibrated for peak performance. Sage also makes operating this drag system about as easy as it gets–simply turn the large single-revolution drag knob to your preferred setting and you’re ready to go. But how do I know exactly what my preferred setting is? Well, Sage makes that easy and intuitive with their easy-to-read numbered settings and audible clicks–gone are the days of finding yourself in a jam whenever you’ve got a hot fish on the end of the line.  

Sage also increased the maximum drag of this reel by 50% over their Spectrum Max. This equates to eight pounds of drag on their 7-8 weight model; fifteen pounds on their 9-10 weight model; and seventeen pounds 11-12 weight model. 

Materials - Sage builds their Enforcer with high-quality Carbon Drag Discs and equips it with larger O-Rings than previously used to increase durability and reliability in the seal. This selection of materials provides you with a reel that has a smooth and consistent drag over its lifetime and it’s one that you can turn to with confidence in both fresh and saltwater use. 

Arbor Size
Large Arbor - Since this reel was designed for chasing some of the toughest fish on the planet, Sage makes it in a Large Arbor design. Beginning with their 7-8 weight model, you get a reel with all of the space you need to pack it with backing and provide solid line pickup, and each bump in size only further increases your backing capacity and pickup speed. Although this reel is made with a Large Arbor, it offers a streamlined and narrow construction that other reels on the market don’t tend to have. Whether you’re going with their 7-8 weight size to take to a flat for bonefish or want 11-12 weight for something more pelagic, you’re sure to be impressed with this reel’s line pickup and backing capacity. 

Warranty
Sage Warranty - As of January 2023, Sage’s Enforcer Reels are covered by their original owner warranty against defects in materials or workmanship. This warranty is limited to the replacement or repair of your reel, and whether your reel is replaced or repaired will be decided at Sage’s discretion. The warranty on the Enforcer does not cover things like theft, customization, damage done by fire, or intentional damage, nor does it cover consequential, indirect, direct, or any incidental damage caused by the use of the product. In situations where the warranty doesn’t apply to your reel’s issue, Sage will charge a $50 fee for repair.  

More Info

Best for: All Water, Flats, Surf 

Arbor Size: Large arbor