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Sage VXP Series Fly Rods - Best Fly Rod for the Money (under $500!)

The Sage VXP Fly Rod seems to be the best all around value in fly rods at Red's Fly Shop. At just under $500 this one is hard to beat. The next models up are about $200 more and although they do offer better performance, the VXP hangs in there pretty tight. We get a lot of customers that email us, call us, and fish with us whom are absolutely delighted with the Sage VXP and feel that it is the best all around value in fly rods. It is an "all purpose" fly rod and is equally at home the Bonefish flats of Ascension Bay as it is casting dry flies to rising trout in the Yakima River Canyon.

Is there another fly rod in this price range to consider?

There is one other rod that you might want to consider. The RL Winston GVX Fly Rod is a great rod and wears the same price tag. It is a rod that consumers lately have "chosen" when they get to cast several fly rods side by side. The Winston GVX is very smooth and a worthy consideration. Over the year we have sold a few more of the Sage VXP fly rods but the GVX is coming along strong. Our shop is unique in that we have a casting arena right in front of the lodge! We get to work 1:1 with customers on getting the right fly rod. Lately, that rod has often been a Winston GVX.

Shopping for a Fly Rod, Reel and Line? We sell the Sage VXP in a complete outfit!

FREE Rio Gold Fly Line with Sage VXP fly rods!

With purchase of this fly rod you can enter Promo Code GOLD to receive a free Rio Gold Fly Line!

Other Fly Rods in the $500 range:

There are some other rods in this category of high performance/value but you going to spend a bit more money or reduce the 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. Other considerations might be the Sage ONE, 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. The VXP is a medium-fast action rod and a bit more "beginner friendly" than the Sage ONE or G Loomis NRX Trout Rods. It has a smoother slightly softer action and is easier on the elbow. The Sage Vantage is a worthy consideration. However, you will lose some performance it carries a bit more mass weight. It is almost half the price though.

Fly Reels for the Sage VXP fly rod:

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 VXP, we most commonly pair it up with 3 different reels.

Lamson Guru Fly Reel - pairs nicely with a Sage VXP!

Lamson Litespeed
Sage 4200 Series

Fly Lines for the Sage VXP Fly Rod:

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.

Why the Sage VXP versus other rods?

The Sage VXP is great for anglers that want an all around fly rod that can handle a large variety of tasks. For instance, an angler that wants an 8 weight rod that is great for Bonefishing the flats but also wants to steelhead fish too, the Sage VXP is a better choice versus the 890-4 Sage Xi3 Saltwater Rod which is great for distance casting in the wind but not great for mending on rivers. Same goes for the angler that wants to fish dry flies, nymphs, or streamers and maybe all in the same day. The Sage ONE 590-4 is more versatile than the Sage 99 Series which is great for nymphing and the Sage TCX which is more of an extreme fast action rod. The Sage ONE is the closest in action to the VXP and surpasses it in raw performance but also costs more.

Sage Fly Rods on the Sage VXP Fly Rod:

The Sage VXP Series fly rod is a slightly faster version of the old favorite the Sage XP. It is considered smooth and responsive with a thinner overall diameter that reduces the mass weight of this rod and it is light as a feather! The Red's staff had the pleasure of test driving the 9' 5 weight VXP the week it was introduced and we knew immediately this would be one of our best sellers. It is an impressive creature, with undeniable power in a rod that has an articulate feel and does not overpower small dry flies yet will rocket your indicators and split shot at high speed! The guides seem to be slightly larger than the old XP which makes shooting line great distances a snap.

New for 2011
Fast Action
Varying tapers and materials
Shade tree green shaft color
Dark Green, Silver, and Black wraps
Hard Chrome Snake Guides
Slender shaft design that reduces weight and increases line speed
Smoother feel makes the rod more responsive than competing lines
Single handed models come with green ballistic cloth covered case - embroidered with silver Sage logo
Two handed VXP models come in a traditional aluminum tube

FREE Shipping, WA State Sales Tax Discount, and Red's Customer Service

At Reds we ship all orders FREE via UPS and USPS and pay your sales tax. In addition to a great price, you are also buying from a premium brick and mortar retailer whose passionate and knowledgeable shop staff will stop at nothing to provide you with the best possible advice and service. Combine all this and you have the best deal on the internet! Shop with confidence at Red's Fly Shop. Questions?... Ask a Pro! info@redsflyshop.com or call 509.933.2300

Item#	Item Name	Our Price	Qty	Add
26120	Sage VXP Fly Rods - 1090-4 - 9' - 10 Weight - 4 Piece	$525.00
26100	Sage VXP Fly Rods - 379-4 - 7'9" - 3 Weight - 4 Piece	$485.00
26101	Sage VXP Fly Rods - 386-4 - 8'6" - 3 Weight - 4 Piece	$485.00
26102	Sage VXP Fly Rods - 479-4 - 7'9" - 4 Weight - 4 Piece	$485.00
26103	Sage VXP Fly Rods - 486-4 - 8'6" - 4 Weight - 4 Piece	$485.00
26104	Sage VXP Fly Rods - 490-4 - 9' - 4 Weight - 4 Piece	$485.00
26108	Sage VXP Fly Rods - 5100-4 - 10' - 5 Weight - 4 Piece	$495.00
26105	Sage VXP Fly Rods - 586-4 - 8'6" - 5 Weight - 4 Piece	$485.00
26106	Sage VXP Fly Rods - 590-4 - 9' - 5 Weight - 4 Piece	$495.00
26107	Sage VXP Fly Rods - 596-4 - 9'6" - 5 Weight - 4 Piece	$495.00
26109	Sage VXP Fly Rods - 690-4 -9' - 6 Weight - 4 Piece	$495.00
26110	Sage VXP Fly Rods - 691-4 -9'0" - 6 Weight - 4 Piece	$525.00
26111	Sage VXP Fly Rods - 696-4 -9'6" - 6 Weight - 4 Piece	$495.00
26112	Sage VXP Fly Rods - 697-4 - 9'6" - 6 Weight - 4 Piece	$525.00
26116	Sage VXP Fly Rods - 7100-4 - 10' - 7 Weight - 4 Piece	$525.00
26114	Sage VXP Fly Rods - 790-4 - 9' - 7 Weight - 4 Piece	$525.00
26115	Sage VXP Fly Rods - 796-4 - 9'6" - 7 Weight - 4 Piece	$525.00
26117	Sage VXP Fly Rods - 890-4 - 9' - 8 Weight - 4 Piece	$525.00
26118	Sage VXP Fly Rods - 896-4 - 9'6" - 8 Weight - 4 Piece	$525.00
26119	Sage VXP Fly Rods - 990-4 - 9' - 9 Weight - 4 Piece	$525.00
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One of the best values in fly rods	December 16, 2011
Reviewer: Red's Shop Staff from Yakima River Canyon

Without a doubt, we get more customer satisfaction out of the Sage VXP than any other rod. Customers feel like they should have paid a premium rod price for this rod (which isn't cheap!), and they are very satisfied with the performance, finish, and look of this rod.

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