This is the distance caster of the bunch, it is the the rod that most of us here at Red's grab when its time to get the measuring tape and throw long. Although you may not need to throw 100' while fishing, this rod makes the tough 40 footers when you need to lace the fly between some sticks that much more attainable. It is accurate and generates awesome line speed.
About the Sage TCX Fly Rod:Sage created a radical new series of tapers and a fly rod that’s lighter, stronger and more powerful than its predecessor. Most importantly, the enhanced line feel and feedback mean intuitively better timing and an extraordinary level of casting ease for ultra-high-performance fly rods.
Whether you’re reaching for previously impossible lies, bombing it into a stiff Nor’ Easter or showing off in the parking lot, the Sage TCX provides skilled anglers with the ultimate tool for success when facing the most challenging situations. The question is, what kind of amazing new cast will you make with it?
Fly Reels for the Sage TCX:Most
commonly, consumers buy fly reels that are approximately half again the
cost of the the rod. So for instance, a fly rod that is $500 typically
matches well with a reel that costs somewhere around $250 give or
take. On the Sage ONE, we most commonly pair it up with 3 different
reels.
Abel Super Series
Abel Creek Series - #2 for the 5 weight
Lamson LitespeedSage 4200 Series
Fly Lines for the Sage TCX:We have 2 suggestions on floating fly lines for trout. This is based on our experience and consumer input.
Rio Gold
- a high performance line that has a non-textured slick coating and is
very good for experienced casters that don't necessarily need to "feel"
the rod load in order to get a good cast. This is our best selling
floating fly line.
Scientific Anglers GPX Textured
- another high performance line that is 1/2 a line weight heavier than
traditional lines making fast action rods feel slightly more forgiving.
You will be able to feel the rod load a bit more. The textured surface
seems to float high, mend well, and we see great customer satisfaction
with this fly line.
Other Fly Rods in this Category:There
are some other rods in this category of high performance. Each has its
own set of pros and cons but all are fantastic fly rods and you will be
pleased with any of them. The first consideration would be the
Sage ONE. It is still high performance, just has a bit more short distance touch than the TCX. Other considerations might be the
G Loomis NRX Trout Rods (main rival to the Sage ONE - very similar fast action), the
G Loomis Streamdance GLX is another premium fly rod in this class. It has a smoother slightly softer action. The RL
Winston BiiiX is also a rival. Most consider the
BiiiX
to have a smoother softer action. All have similar lifetime
warranties, Sage and Loomis typically have faster repair times if a
breakage were to occur.
Advanced Fly CastingWe
have a couple of videos that might be useful if you are buying this
rod. Since it is a very high performance fly rod you will probably want
to polish your casting stroke as well to take full advantage of its
craftsmanship and energy.
Double Haul Fly Fly CastingAdvanced Reach Casting TechniquesOne and a Half Cast TechniqueDry Fly Fishing Tips for CaddisSage Fly Rod Warranty:The
Sage fly rod warranty covers breakage and their are some exceptions
including fire, theft, and loss. The angler can send in the broken rod
directly to Sage and for a handling fee of $50 Sage will repair or
replace the rod. They have a great crew and turnaround times are some
of the best in the industry.
Rod Cases and Rod TubeThe Sage TCX comes with a nice aluminum tube. Many anglers choose to get a
Sage Rod and Reel Case as well so that they don't have to take their reel off of their rod each and every time they want to use it.
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