UPDATE 3/11/2026: All remaining stock is now discounted on this Limited Edition Sage Salt R8 Grand Slam and Sage Limited Edition Enforcer Grand Slam Fly Reels
These things are hot, folks! In stock now, the limited edition Grand Slam Series of Salt R8 rods and Enforcer reels. Rods available in 9' 8, 9 and 11 weight. Enforcer reels in 7/8, 9/10 and 11/12. Get them individually or dial up a fully-custom outfit! The staff at Gorge Fly Shop has a lot of experience with these products. Here's the rundown:
Salt R8 Rods
"Easy-Casting" and "Saltwater Rod" are two things you don't often here together, but the Salt R8 broke the mold there! Let's face it. Most of us get to go on a flats trip once a year or less. It's always super windy and you will likely have to make some casts that are a bit out of your comfort zone. So many failed shots occur because it's difficult to deliver the fly in these demanding conditions. The Salt R8 truly excels by the fact that it's caster-friendly, but not wimpy. It will not turn an average angler into a super hero, but it does let most folks deliver in the wind. It has the low-end power you need, but is not so stout it barely bends. It casts well in close, but has the punch to send a long one. It's a great saltwater option for flats anglers of any experience level.
Enforcer Reels
This reel has been wildly successful for Sage. It's a sturdy build that can take a beating in a skiff or panga. They have a minutely adjustable drag system and ample backing capacity. For those that fish salt and do some spey fishing, the Enforcer balances out Spey rods extremely well. Many of these reels owned by the GFS staff have gone from the flats right onto Spey rods and back again! They nailed the aesthetic on the Grand Slam series. The details are great, but they're not gaudy. Very tastefully done!
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