10/16/24 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
NEW FROM THE R.L. WINSTON ROD COMPANY
THE AIR 2 TH
The R.L. Winston Rod Company, located in Twin Bridges, Montana, is excited to announce the AIR 2 TH, utilizing the company’s award-winning AIR 2 graphite platform with NanoParticle resin system, to showcase unmatched lightness, loop control, power, and two-hand casting efficiency. Designed with application specific lengths and grain windows, these two-handers are lighter, incredibly durable, and deliver the deep loading Winston feel spey anglers have come to love. Every model has been precisely engineered for exceptional loop control, power, and efficiency—to deliver effortless casts and tight loops with minimal effort. Whether you’re swinging up summer steelhead on the Deschutes, searching for Atlantic Salmon on the Restigouche, or fighting Kings up in Alaska, the AIR 2 TH redefines modern two-hand performance.
NEW NANOPARTICLE TECHNOLOGY
NanoParticle technology enhances the classic Winston two-handed action, improving lightness, durability, and strength while delivering deep, effortless loading at various spey fishing distances. This advanced material platform gives anglers the perfect combination of power and feel, making long days on the river more efficient, more precise, and more enjoyable.
AIR 2 TH MODELS AND GRAIN WINDOWS
Hank Haen, head of Engineering and Design at Winston outlines the goals for the new AIR 2 TH:
“The Air 2 TH sets a new gold standard for what a Winston spey rod can do. Working in tandem with Winston Pro Advisor and legendary Deschutes guide Brian Silvey, we ensured to leave no stone unturned, no minor issue overlooked, each rod perfect down to the most minute detail. The Air 2 TH is incredibly strong, exceptionally responsive, feather light, and just downright fun to cast. The last thing you want to struggle with is getting your fly in front of a steelhead; the Air 2 TH makes that part easy so you can focus on hooking the fish of a lifetime.”
The AIR 2 TH uses our new versatile double-bonded NanoParticle graphite technology. This incredible material enhances both performance and presentation yet creates an unbelievably stable rod blank with exceptional feel. Ultimately, NanoParticle technology enhances the classic Winston action and improves lightness, durability, and strength, while easily loading at typical trout fishing distances. We’re excited to introduce this incredible technology to help anglers achieve perfect performance and more enjoyment on the water.
As with all Winston rods, the AIR 2 TH is available exclusively at authorized Winston dealers beginning 10/15/25.
MODELS, GRAIN WINDOWS, AND PRICE
LINE LENGTH SKAGIT SCANDI GRIP/REELSEAT PRICE
5 wt. 12’3” 360-390 330-350 Spey, Anodized Aluminum $1495.00
6 wt. 12’6” 420-450 390-420 Spey, Anodized Aluminum $1495.00
6 wt. 13’3” 420-450 390-420 Spey, Anodized Aluminum $1495.00
7 wt. 12’9” 510-540 450-480 Spey, Anodized Aluminum $1495.00
7 wt. 13’3” 510-540 450-480 Spey, Anodized Aluminum $1495.00
8 wt. 12’6” 540-570 480-510 Spey, Anodized Aluminum $1495.00
8 wt. 13’3” 540-570 480-510 Spey, Anodized Aluminum $1495.00
8 wt. 14’3” 540-570 480-510 Spey, Anodized Aluminum $1495.00
9 wt. 13’ 650-700 510-550 Spey, Anodized Aluminum $1495.00
SPECIFICATIONS:
ACTION: Medium Fast.
MATERIAL: AIR 2 NanoParticle Graphite.
GRIPS: New, slimmer top and bottom two hand grip in various lengths.
12’3” 5wt. & 12’6” 6wt.: 11” fore-grip on with a 4’6” bottom grip.
12’6” 8wt., 12’9” 7wt, 13’3” 6,7, 8wt.: 13” fore-grip with a 4.5” bottom grip.
13’ 9wt.: 13.5” fore-grip with a 4.5” bottom grip.
14’3” 8wt.: 14” fore-grip on with 4.5” bottom grip
REEL SEAT: Downlocking lightweight anodized aluminum. Barrell engraved with R.L. Winston Script logo. Double aluminum rings.
GUIDES: Satin finished stripper guide with Silicon Nitride ring. Hard chrome snake guides. Oversized line-shooting tip top.
SECTIONS: 4.
STORAGE: Premium Graphite Tube and Logo Rod Sock.
MANUFACTURED: Designed and Handcrafted in Twin Bridges, Montana, USA.
The R.L. Winston Company is a leading manufacturer of the world’s finest fly rods, including the industry leading AIR 2 TH, AIR 2 5pc., AIR 2 REACH, PURE 2, AIR 2, AIR 2 MAX, Microspey Air 2, AIR TH, Super 10, and Bamboo rods. Bauer fly reels and Winston Sunglasses are also divisions of Winston™. Winston fly rods, Bauer fly reels and Winston Sunglasses are sold through the finest fly shops around the world under the Winston and Bauer brand names.
For more information, please visit www.winstonrods.com or contact Adam Hutchison at ahutchison@winstonrods.com or by calling 406.684.5674 ext. 4.
