The Sage Xi3 Series

On the flats, blue water or anywhere in between, your first shot is always the best shot. But, as experienced saltwater anglers know, sometimes that first shot means the bonefish you didn’t see until it was right here, and other times it’s an upwind bait ball way out there.

Through our exclusive SaltH2O Technology, Xi3 rods provide a groundbreaking level of torque and torsion resistance for superior tracking and less wasted energy at all distances. SaltH2O’s unique layer interface and proprietary resin also combine for maximum strength—even in high heat environments—and significantly less weight.

This increased strength comes in handy when you need to lean on powerful saltwater bruisers. Just as importantly, it gives you the backbone to pick up 60 or 70 feet of line on desperate second (and last) chance casts.

“Ive used the Xi3, 8-weight since it first came out and I consider it one of the best 4-piece fly rods I’ve ever had the pleasure of casting, fishing and fighting fish with.  It handles the rated lines as expected; but, it also handles up-lining a weight or two for extra load for the quick, shorter cast with large flies.  When dredging is required, these rods can handle various lengths of T-14 and other fast-sinking lines.  The 8-weight loves 28-feet of T-14, Custom Cut, integrated shooting head.  I can’t say enough good things about the Xi3…  Dan Blanton”