Sage R8 Core 586-4 - ROD1348

The Sage R8 Core 586-4 delivers precise presentation and quick energy transfer for technical trout fishing on rivers and spring creeks. At 8'6", this 5-weight fly rod excels in tighter casting windows, offering exceptional control when placing dry flies into pocket water or drifting light rigs along current seams. Its fast yet responsive action provides smooth line control and direct feel, allowing anglers to make delicate close-range casts or adjust line on the water with complete accuracy.

Built using Sage Revolution 8 Technology, this blank combines high modulus graphite with a proprietary resin system to enhance sensitivity and structural strength. This design improves energy transfer along the entire blank, delivering superior tracking and consistent loop control throughout your casting stroke. Premium components include Fuji ceramic stripper guides, hard chrome snake guides, and a sleek wood insert reel seat that balances lightweight design with timeless craftsmanship.

This preowned fly rod arrives in Great condition, offering flagship performance at a fraction of the original retail price. Thoroughly inspected by the team at Recast Fly Fishing, this rod allows you to add proven performance to your setup with complete peace of mind.

Secure this Sage R8 Core 586-4 from Recast Fly Fishing today before another angler takes it to the water.

Free domestic ground shipping. Express shipping available for additional charge.

All gear is carefully inspected and assigned a cosmetic condition rating prior to sale. We do not sell broken or inoperable gear.

For rods, the cosmetic condition ratings are as follows:

Like New

• No nicks or scratches on the rod blank
• No scratches or chipped paint on handle or reel seat
• Completely clean cork with no chips or gouges
• Reel fastener screws and unscrews smoothly
• All guides are intact and firmly attached
• Undamaged ferrule connections

Great

• Minor cosmetic damage including scuffing on rod blank, chipped paint or scratches on metal components
• Intact cork with no chips or gouges
• Reel fastener screws and unscrews smoothly
• All guides are intact and firmly attached
• Undamaged ferrule connections

Good

• Cosmetic only damage (superficial scratches, scuffs, paint chips) to rod blank, cork, metal components
• Reel fastener screws and unscrews smoothly
• All guides are intact and firmly attached
• Undamaged ferrule connections

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