I myself prefer Sage rods. I have many, but the ones I use often are 590-4 SLT and a 490-4 ZXL for dry fly fishing. For streamers and windy days I prefer a 590-4 XP or 490-4 Z-Axis. I haven't tried their newer series, but tempted to check out a 6 wt One series. I hear good things about them.