Sage XP's?

[Blackfly]

I saw that Sage is coming back with a limited amount of their XP rods. Anyone have an XP? What are your thoughts about them?

 

[afishinado]

My favorite trout rod of all time!! Can't go wrong with a 490 or 590. It casts equally as well aerailizing 9' or 49' feet of fly line. Cast one and see for yourself.

 

[Heritage-Angler]

Everyone's tastes are different, but personally, I'm with Afish on this one. I've got several XP's, and just love 'em. For me, the XP is the best series ever (and yes, I prefer it to the Z-Axis). :-D

 

[CRB]

Love my 590! best rod I own!
Crb

 

[allegheny]

The XPs are great casting rods. The 490 and 590 seem to have a strong following, but were a little too fast for my taste. You know, different strokes.... To me, the 590 doesn't start to come alive until at least 40' of line is out. I really like the new, more moderate 590 ZXL, and would encourage you to cast one if you are looking for a 5 line trout rod.

The one XP that I love and own is the shortest one, the 476. It's fast, but has a very fine tip that allows for tippet protection down to 7x, but generates enough line speed to throw bigger bugs. Too bad it's not one of the models being revived.

 

[Blackfly]

allegheny wrote:
Too bad it's not one of the models being revived.

Do you know which sizes they are bringing back? If so, where can I find them or if you can list them?

 

[afishinado]

Cabela’s and Anglers Pro in Souderton, Pa are the only two shops that have the run of newly manufactured XP rods. Here are the links:

Angler's Pro Shop

Cabela's


Good luck.

 

[David]

I've got a 7wt 9' that I love for smallies and saltwater and love it. It is a little stiffer than I'd like for steelhead, but if I have to suffer through with an XP as my backup rod, so be it ;-)

 

[PaulW]

The XP's are great casting rods, but for me I would rather get something else. If going high end, I would check out a used Z Axis or Loomis Streamdance. I like these rods better both in feel and looks. A surprising rod at a bargain price is the Cabelas LST. I have a 10 weight and have casted a few others. It feels just like an XP, and even looks like one. Its fast as heck and really light!

Paul W

 

[Blackfly]

Thanks for the input guys, appreciate the advice.