Sage Sweeps Rod Category Awards

Sage Rod chief designer Jerry Siem has earned his share of fly-fishing industry accolades over the years, but he’s never done the clean sweep before—Best Freshwater (Accel), Best Saltwater (SALT) and Best of Show (SALT). Having caught up with him at the hotel after the trophies were handed out, we could tell he was especially proud. So here’s a look at what makes these rods winners.