Hello,

I got to test cast the sage xi2 yesterday and I really liked the rod. The rod is a hefty chunk of change, but after casting it I can see why. I usually get to saltwater fish about once every year on the texas coast, and the rod I currently use is a sage RPL. Does the Xi2 have any freshwater applications? Would it make a good bass rod?
If I lived on the coast that would be my everyday rod, but being that I live inland, I am trying to justify a $600+ 8wt. Thank you for all of the help.

Mike