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Power R8 690-4FB

Power R8 690-4FB

$1,100.00
$1,100.00

The 690-4FB is the powerful performer that’s as at home on a flat, fishing bead-chained patterns for small bonefish as it is in the drift boat throwing streamers to the bank. The fighting butt gives you added control to leverage the fight in your favor or added support while casting. Reach for ultrafast POWER R8 and proceed with speed.

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  • Model:
    POWER R8 690-4FB
  • Line Size:
    6wt
  • Rod Length:
    9'0"
  • Handle:
    Slim Full-Wells With Eva Fighting Butt
  • Color:
    Hot Rod Red
  • Pieces:
    4
  • SKU:
    2067-690-4FB
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Power R8

Overview

Humankind was born to explore. Where do rivers lead? How far can the oceans carry us? What lies beyond the horizon when we cast our eyes - and flies - into the unknown? The same spirit drives innovation at Sage. We push boundaries to find answers that deliver performance. Enter the POWER R8.

Made to make fast more finesse-able, designed to cruise at the line speeds necessary for into-the-backing-knot shots, and built with the kind of R8-exclusive reserve power that handles the heaviest heads and rigs, POWER R8 gives you the keys to explore the inconceivable. It's your ticket to chase what others might call unreachable.

The newest addition to the R8 family, POWER R8 expands on the series' trademark versatility with a surge of velocity- perfect for commanding control and distance in the most technical conditions. Like every rod in the R8 lineage, POWER R8 is shaped by evolving challenges and real-world demands. But with its ultrafast action, POWER R8 adds another gear - taking over where moderate, fast, and some salt-specific actions max out.

Power R8

Features

Man fly fishing with fish jumping on the end of his line with mountains in the background

Power R8

Details

Revolution 8 Technology

Hot Rod Red Blank Color

Burgundy Base Wraps with Grey and Black Trim Wraps

Hard Chrome Snake Guides and Tip-Top

Fuji K-Series Tangle Free Stripping Guides, With SiC Ring

Black Rod Bag w/Quick-Tie Cord Lock

Aluminum Rod Tube w/Sage Medallion


590-4 and 690-4

Extra-Figured Walnut Insert with Anodized Aluminum
Up-Locking Reel Seat with Indexed Slide Band

Premium Flor Grade Snub-Nose Half-Wells Cork Handle  


690-4FB and 696-4FB

Anodized Aluminum Reel Seat with Hidden Hook Keeper and
Indexed Slide Band

Premium Flor Grade Slim Full-Wells Cork Handle


790-4, 7100-4, 890-4, and 990-4

Anodized Aluminum Reel Seat with Hidden Hook Keeper and
Indexed Slide Band

Premium Flor Grade Full-Wells Cork Handle



THE NEW BALANCE OF POWER

When it comes to blending quick recovery, ample reserve power, and ultra-fast performance – POWER R8 takes the foot off the brakes. Lift lines at distance, cut through ripping conditions, increase range, and mobilize heavy rigs and supersize flies with minimal effort and maximum punch.

R8 PERFORMANCE+

Sage’s advanced R8 Technology is the driver behind rod actions tuned for maximum on-water versatility, creating an intuitive connection between the angler and the angling at hand. POWER R8 rods translate those signature attributes into an ultra-fast action stick made for increased line speed capabilities and control, giving you an edge when matching rise cadences, executing drifts, and casting in gusty conditions.
Close up of hand on the handle of red Power R8 Rod

TRIMMED TO WIN

POWER R8’s Hot Rod Red colorway speaks to the ultra-fast action and high-performance qualities of the rod. Blanks are trimmed with sleek black-and-granite accents and a custom anodized reel seat with indexed slide band for easy alignment and installation of the reel. Both 590-4 and 690-4 models feature extra-figured walnut wood inserts and a hook keeper above the cork. All other models are fitted with saltwater ready anodized aluminum reel seats with built in hook keepers and a new cork/EVA fighting butt shape for added comfort and control.

Wide shot of man casting long distance in a lake