Sage Payload Series Fly RodsThe Payload features a powerful tip to help pick up heavy lines and the strong mid section transitions to a more forgiving butt to allow a slower and more relaxed casting stroke, said Peter Knox, Sage R&D design engineer. The softer butt allows for impressive leverage when fighting fish, and the slightly shorter rod lengths create an ideal lever for more effortless casts. Payload is tuned for the extreme. Built to deliver big flies and heavy lines