Top (Fly) Gear
From tying materials to apparel to tackle, our annual roundup of the best new gear for getting Canadian fly anglers in on the action
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Best Fly Rod
R8 CORE
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Sage’s exceptional new R8 Core rod series uses a proprietary aerospace composite for a stiffer, stronger backbone with a more sensitive tip. With this versatility, these rods fish dries, nymphs and streamers equally well. The line includes 19 models, from 3- to 9-weight, with lengths ranging from eight feet six inches up to 10 feet. One rod designer describes the R8 rods as a combination of science and art. After casting one, I know exactly what he means.
Learn more: Sage, www.sageflyfish.com