Winston Air TH
- Designed in collaboration with spey caster Brian Silvey
- Extensive testing on steelhead, salmon, and sea-run brown trout fisheries
- Powerful, lightweight, and responsive for serious two-handed angling
- Available in various weights and lengths
- Covers the full spectrum of Skagit and Scandi grain windows
Crafted in collaboration with the renowned spey caster Brian Silvey, the R.L. Winston Air TH rods have undergone rigorous testing in some of the most demanding fisheries for steelhead, salmon, and sea-run brown trout worldwide. These rods are highly regarded as the ultimate choice for dedicated two-handed anglers. The Air TH series combines power, lightweight design, and responsiveness to deliver an unparalleled angling experience. With a range of weights and lengths available, these rods cater to various casting styles and cover the complete spectrum of Skagit and Scandi grain windows. Each rod is accompanied by a R.L. Winston graphite tube and a logo rod sock to ensure convenient transportation and protection.
ROD SPECIFICATIONS
| Rod Weight | Rod Length | Handle | Reel Seat | Pieces |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5WT | 12'0" | Two Handed Spey | Alluminum | 4 |
| 6WT | 12'6" | Two Handed Spey | Aluminum | 4 |
| 6WT | 13'3" | Two Handed Spey | Aluminum | 4 |
| 7WT | 12'3" | Two Handed Spey | Aluminum | 4 |
| 7WT | 13'3" | Two Handed Spey | Aluminum | 4 |
| 8WT | 13'3" | Two Handed Spey | Aluminum | 4 |
| 8WT | 14'6" | Two Handed Spey | Aluminum | 4 |
| 9WT | 12'9" | Two Handed Spey | Aluminum | 4 |
FEATURES & RECOMMENDATIONS
ACTION: Medium-Fast.
GRIP DESIGN: 13” spey grip with 4 ½ inch bottom grip. 12’ 5wt get 11’ Microspey grip width.
REEL SEAT: Charcoal Gray anodized lightweight aluminum with double downlocking aluminum rings.
GUIDES: Satin finished stripper guide with Silicon Nitride ring. Hard chrome snake guides.
SECTIONS: 4.
STORAGE: Premium Graphite Tube and Logo Rod Sock.
MANUFACTURED: Designed and Handcrafted in Twin Bridges, Montana, USA.
5wt: Anglers needing a crossover rod for trout and light steelhead should consider this for their summer steelhead and big trout river needs. Tip recommendations: 10 feet of T8 – T10, 10’ poly leaders
6wt: Built in 12’6” and 13’3” tapers, both offer a lighter touch for steelhead. The classic 12’6” adds versatility to both Skagit and dry line applications. The 13’3’ is the perfect winter steelhead rod, that can get smaller flies in the strike zone. Tip recommendations: 10 feet of T8 – T10, 10’ poly leaders
7wt: The 12’3” model lends itself to tight spots and heavy tips on smaller steelhead water and our classic 13’3” taper, is arguably the most versatile spey rod ever created. Tip recommendations: T8-14 10’-12’
8wt: These powerful 8 weights appeal to 2 different fishing applications. The 13’3” appeals to the shorter Skagit and Scandi lines and tips. The 14’6” is our traditional long-belly option for fishing greased lines, or longer Scandinavian shooting heads. Tip Recommendations: T10-14, 10-14’
9wt: An amazingly light and responsive rod but built with extra power to handle giant king salmon. This rod casts the big flies on heavy Skagit lines needed to land the most powerful fish that swim from the ocean into the river. Tip Recommendations: T12-18, 10-12’