Throughout the entire line, Sage has created a taper and action that best fit each specific line weight. Which is to say, the 3-weights give you exactly what you want in a 3-weight, with a smooth, progressive taper for delicate presentations. On the other hand, the larger line weights have a faster, more powerful action for heavier-duty applications.

What every VT2 rod shares is a light, sensitive feel and an incredibly smooth power curve for faster line speed and easier casting. They also share a gorgeous “blue ribbon” blue finish, an anodized aluminum reel seat and British-made, hard chrome-plated guides. Freshwater weights feature an ebony wood reel seat insert, while the saltwater weight reel seats are fully anodized aluminum.

In keeping with the versatility theme, VT2 rods come in a number of unique lengths to best fit your specific angling applications. For example, for small stream specialists, there’s a 7’9” version of the 3- and 4-weights, and big water enthusiasts or float tubers will appreciate the 9’6” lengths available in 5- through 8-weights. And because 6-weights are seeing increased use in saltwater, Sage is offering them with either freshwater- or saltwater-style grips and reel seats.