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Predator rods · Ultra-light lure fishing · Our take
Savage Gear SG2 Ultra Light Game Rod
SG2 Ultra Light Game Rod
A featherweight predator rod for tiny lures, light lines and proper bite detection — with enough poke to make perch and chub feel like a right result.
- Available in 6ft 6in and 7ft 3in models.
- Casting ranges run from 0.5-7g up to 3-10g, depending on the variant.
- Two-section Japanese Toray 24+30T carbon blank with Seaguide CCS stainless-steel guides and SiN rings.
- The 6ft 6in 1-5g model weighs 100g, while the 7ft 3in 3-10g version weighs 112g.
Make sure it’s the right one. This review covers the SG2 Ultra Light Game range, including the 6ft 6in and 7ft 3in models with different casting weights.
Tackle Index Score
Tackle Index score
A focused, well-specced ultra-light rod range with enough choice to dial in your style of small-predator fishing.
- Product Quality9/10
- Performance8.9/10
- Impact on Fish Catching9.2/10
- Ease of Use9.1/10
- Value for Money8.7/10
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Who it suits
Is it right for you?
Great for
- Perch and chub anglers fishing tiny lures. The light casting ranges and responsive blank suit micro jigs, small spinners, finesse plastics and compact hardbaits.
- Canal and small-river lure fishers. The lighter models are easy to handle in tight swims, while the 7ft 3in version gives extra reach and casting distance.
Maybe skip if
- Anglers targeting pike with larger lures. The ultra-light ratings are aimed at small predators, not heavy lure work or hauling fish away from serious snags.
- Anyone wanting one rod for every predator job. Its strength is finesse. For zander, bigger perch lures or pike, a more powerful rod will be the smarter buy.
The lowdown
Introducing the Savage Gear SG2 Ultra Light Game Rod
A featherweight predator rod for tiny lures, light lines and proper bite detection — with enough poke to make perch and chub feel like a right result.
- Available in 6ft 6in and 7ft 3in models.
- Casting ranges run from 0.5-7g up to 3-10g, depending on the variant.
- Two-section Japanese Toray 24+30T carbon blank with Seaguide CCS stainless-steel guides and SiN rings.
- The 6ft 6in 1-5g model weighs 100g, while the 7ft 3in 3-10g version weighs 112g.
Quick verdict
Tiny lures, tidy build, loads of fun
The Savage Gear SG2 Ultra Light Game Rod is a cracking little tool for perch, chub and other small predators when you want to fish light and feel absolutely everything.
Choose the casting range carefully. The 1-5g and 2-8g versions are lovely for finesse work, while the 3-10g options give you a touch more versatility without turning the rod into a broom handle.
A focused, well-specced ultra-light rod range with enough choice to dial in your style of small-predator fishing.
- Product Quality
- 9/10
- Performance
- 8.9/10
- Impact on Fish Catching
- 9.2/10
- Ease of Use
- 9.1/10
- Value for Money
- 8.7/10
Toray carbon, Seaguide components and a double-lock reel seat make this a properly equipped light rod.
The fast-to-medium-fast action should give crisp lure control while retaining useful forgiveness.
Light tackle makes small predators more engaging and helps present tiny lures naturally.
Low weights, two-piece transport and a choice of lengths make it easy to carry and fish all day.
The component package and supplied rod bag make the range look strong in its likely mid-range bracket.
Head to head
How it stacks up
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The full rundown
Everything you'll want to know about the Savage Gear SG2 Ultra Light Game Rod
There’s something properly addictive about ultra-light lure fishing. A tiny jig gets flicked under a far-bank bush, the line ticks, and suddenly a modest perch feels like a right lump. That’s the sort of fishing the Savage Gear SG2 Ultra Light Game Rod is built for, mate.
This isn’t a beefy predator stick for chucking chunky shads at pike. It’s a light, responsive two-piece rod for small lures, light lines and close control. Savage Gear offers it in 6ft 6in and 7ft 3in lengths, with casting ranges from a delicate 0.5-7g option through to 3-10g models.
That spread matters. The 6ft 6in 1-5g version is the finesse specialist, suited to tiny jig heads, small spinners and little soft plastics. The 2-8g model gives you a touch more room when the wind picks up or you fancy a slightly meatier lure. The 3-10g rods are the more versatile choice for everyday perch work.
Length changes the way the rod fishes, too. The 6ft 6in models are neat in cramped swims, on urban canals and when you’re hopping between pegs with the rods tucked under your arm. The 7ft 3in version adds reach, line control and a bit more casting distance — handy when fish are sitting off the bank or you need to work a lure over weed.
Whichever one you pick, the weights are reassuringly low. The 6ft 6in models range from 100g to 104g depending on their casting rating, while the 7ft 3in 3-10g model comes in at 112g. That makes it a comfortable all-day companion, especially when you’re constantly roving, casting, twitching and repositioning.
The blank uses Japanese Toray 24+30T carbon, with an action described as fast yet forgiving or medium-fast depending on the listed variant. That’s a useful blend for light lure fishing. You want enough speed to pop a tiny lure, set the hook cleanly and keep contact, but not such a stiff tip that every head shake turns into a hook-pulling episode.
The forgiving side should be welcome when a perch properly piles in, or when a chub makes a sudden dash for a marginal reed bed. You’ll still need to fish sensibly — this isn’t a tool for winching fish through snags — but a little cushioning through the blank can make light leaders and small hooks much happier.
Component-wise, it’s got Seaguide CCS stainless-steel guides with SiN rings and a competition double-lock carbon reel seat. The handle combines EVA and hard plastic, giving you a practical grip without making the rod feel bulky. A matching rod bag is supplied as well, which is a dead handy touch for chucking it in the car without the tip getting battered.
On the bank, the SG2 makes most sense with a small fixed-spool reel, fine braid or light mono and a leader matched to the venue. Fish it around canal cover, river slack water, shallow margins and small stillwater features. Pick the correct casting range, keep your lure choice honest and this should turn quiet little sessions into proper bite-time fun.
Specifications
The nuts and bolts
- Lengths
- 6ft 6in / 1.98m and 7ft 3in / 2.21m
- Sections
- Two-piece construction
- Casting weights
- Depending on model: 0.5-7g, 1-5g, 2-8g or 3-10g
- Blank
- Japanese Toray 24+30T carbon
- Guides and reel seat
- Seaguide CCS stainless-steel guides with SiN rings; competition double-lock carbon reel seat
- Handle and supplied item
- EVA and hard-plastic grip; matching rod bag supplied
Specs checked with Savage Gear, Oct 2026.
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Our take
The fun starts when you scale down
Ultra-light lure fishing is all about making small offerings behave naturally and turning modest fish into proper scrap. The SG2 is built around that idea, with a light two-piece blank, fast-to-medium-fast action and a very manageable overall feel.
It’s not a do-everything pike rod, and that’s the point. This is for those sessions where a tiny jig, micro spinner or small hardbait is the order of the day, especially on canals, rivers and compact stillwaters where accurate casting and close control matter.
The forgiving side of the action should help protect lighter leaders when a perch lunges at the net or a chub bolts for cover. You still get a lively, responsive blank, but there’s a little give rather than a horrible locked-up poker.
What you’re buying
A light blank with a proper finesse job description
The SG2 Ultra Light Game is a two-piece predator rod aimed squarely at small-lure fishing. You get 6ft 6in and 7ft 3in options, with ratings from very delicate 0.5-7g territory through to 3-10g. That lets you match the rod to your actual lure box rather than forcing one blank to do everything.
The Japanese Toray 24+30T carbon blank is paired with Seaguide CCS stainless-steel guides and SiN rings. Add the competition double-lock carbon reel seat and the EVA/hard-plastic handle, and the package has the right sort of components for mobile, repetitive lure fishing.
Action varies slightly by listed model, but the theme is fast yet forgiving or medium-fast. In plain English, you get useful lure control and bite feedback, with enough flex to help small hooks stay put when a fish shakes its head.
Worth knowing. Don’t choose by length alone. Match the casting range to the lures you genuinely use. A 1-5g rod will feel lovely with tiny offerings but won’t be happy being pushed towards the top end all day.
Find your fit
Pick the version that matches your water
The 6ft 6in models are bob on for tight canals, small rivers, urban venues and swims where overhanging branches make a longer rod a faff. They’re also a cracking choice if you like close-range lure work and moving between pegs.
Go for the 7ft 3in model when you want extra reach and casting distance. It’s useful for covering far-bank features, keeping line above weed and steering a lure around marginal cover. The 3-10g rating gives it a broader small-lure remit, too.
This is a perch and chub sort of tool first. It’ll make little fish exciting and decent fish memorable, but it shouldn’t be treated as a pike rod or a heavy-cover outfit. Keep the tackle balanced, fish the clutch properly and enjoy the scrap.
Before you buy
The questions anglers usually ask
Yes. Light braid pairs naturally with this style of rod because it improves contact with tiny lures and helps you read bottom taps. Add a suitable leader for the venue and don’t set the drag like you’re fishing for carp.
All else being equal, the 7ft 3in model should offer more reach and casting leverage than the 6ft 6in versions. The shorter rods remain easier in confined swims, so venue and cover should guide the choice.
Worth knowing. Small hooks and light leaders reward a smooth fight. Let the rod and reel drag work, especially when a chub turns downstream or a perch dives into the margins. Trying to bully fish with this sort of setup is asking for a sad, empty net.
On paper
Pros & cons
What we like
- Properly light and lively in the hand.
- Useful choice of lengths and casting ranges.
- Fast to medium-fast action gives good lure control without feeling brutally harsh.
- Quality-looking components, including Seaguide guides and a double-lock carbon reel seat.
- Supplied with a matching rod bag, which is dead handy for transport.
Worth knowing
- Ultra-light casting ranges won’t suit bigger lures or serious predator work.
- The shortest models sacrifice a little casting distance compared with the 7ft 3in version.
- You’ll need to match the lure rating and line sensibly; it’s not a rod for bullying fish out of heavy cover.
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Your questions answered
What anglers want to know
The stuff you’d ask your mate on the next peg. Straight answers, no waffle.
01Which SG2 Ultra Light Game model should I choose?
Which SG2 Ultra Light Game model should I choose?
For the smallest lures and a really delicate approach, look at the 6ft 6in 1-5g model. The 2-8g version adds a bit more breathing room. If you use slightly larger small lures or want more range, the 3-10g models are the most versatile. Pick the 7ft 3in length when casting distance and extra reach matter.
02What can I fish with this rod?
What can I fish with this rod?
It’s aimed at light predator fishing for perch, chub and similar species. Think tiny jig heads, finesse plastics, micro spinners and small crankbaits. Keep the lure size inside the rating and pair it with suitably light braid or mono plus an appropriate leader.
03Is the SG2 Ultra Light Game Rod suitable for pike?
Is the SG2 Ultra Light Game Rod suitable for pike?
It isn’t the sensible choice for dedicated pike fishing. An accidental jack may be manageable with the right setup, but this rod lacks the power and specialist security you’d want for targeting pike, especially around weed, snags or heavy cover.
What anglers say
The word from the bank
Our read: tiny lures, tidy build, loads of fun. The strongest reasons to choose it are properly light and lively in the hand. and useful choice of lengths and casting ranges.; the main trade-off is ultra-light casting ranges won’t suit bigger lures or serious predator work..
Our take on the feedback
Why it appeals
Checked Sept '26 — “Properly light and lively in the hand.”
Best fit
Checked Sept '26 — “Perch and chub anglers fishing tiny lures: The light casting ranges and responsive blank suit micro jigs, small spinners, finesse plastics and compact hardbaits.”
Worth knowing
Checked Sept '26 — “Ultra-light casting ranges won’t suit bigger lures or serious predator work.”
Tackle Index’s take from the product details and fishing fit we checked. We haven’t found enough independent public feedback to call this an angler consensus yet.
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