Sage Arrow Fly Rod

The new workhorse — replacing the Sonic, and punching well above its weight

The Sage Arrow is the rod we’ve been waiting for since the Sonic left the lineup. It’s Sage’s modern, do-everything fly rod — built to deliver that crisp, fast, confidence-inspiring feel Sage is known for, without stepping into full R8 price territory. If you loved the Sonic, this is its natural successor. If you’ve been eyeing off R8 performance but want something a bit more attainable (and less precious), the Arrow hits a very sweet spot.

This is a rod designed for anglers who actually fish — early starts, long days, changing conditions, and everything from tiny dries to chunky streamers. Whether you’re drifting dries on a calm morning on the Ovens, rolling nymphs through deeper runs on the Kiewa, or throwing streamers into a headwind on Lake Wendouree, the Arrow feels intuitive, balanced and dependable in hand.

For 2026, Sage refined the Arrow using their Konnetic HD technology, giving the rod faster recovery, cleaner loops and better feel without making it stiff or unforgiving. What that means on the water is simple: it loads easily up close, tracks beautifully through the cast, and still has plenty in reserve when you need distance or authority. It’s smooth, confidence-boosting, and forgiving enough to fish all day — exactly what most of us want in a daily driver.

Finished in a classic Flint blank with clean, understated trim, the Arrow looks right at home anywhere from small mountain streams to big open water. It’s high-performance without being flashy, and built to be fished hard.

Built for real-world fishing

Every Arrow is built with durable, quality components that make sense for everyday use: hard chrome snake guides, ceramic stripping guides for smooth line flow, premium cork grips, and anodised reel seats that lock things down properly. Each rod comes with a cloth bag and sturdy tube — no fuss, no fluff, just ready to go.