Sage Classic R8 Fly Rod - Free Fly Line Size:9' 4wt 4pc (490-4) Dense footbed to help minimize

Dense footbed to help minimize compression

A full hood and extra high collar keep you fishing when things get really bitter

Illustrated by Matthew DeLorme

Curated in-house by our salty staff

Designed to fit predefined cleat locations on Vibram® rubber outsoles featured on Simms RiverTread®

Sage Classic R8 Fly Rod - Free Fly Line Size:9' 4wt 4pc (490-4) Dense footbed to help minimizeThe evolution of a fly angler aligns with the pace at which they fish. Over time, the desire to catch many or large fish shifts toward fishing with intentionon ones own termsleading to a slower, more thoughtful approach. Casts become less frequent but more meaningful, filled with a deeper sense of the moment. As pace slows, awareness heightens, and observation takes center stage. Days or weeks are spent waiting for the hatch, and when it finally