{"product_id":"winston-air-2-max-fly-rods","title":"Winston AIR 2 Max Fly Rods","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew for 2027\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor 2027, the \u003cstrong\u003eWinston AIR 2 Max\u003c\/strong\u003e lineup expands with three specialized models built for demanding fisheries and situations where maximum speed and power matter most. The new \u003cstrong\u003e9' 5-weight (590-4)\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e8'6\" 10-weight (1086-4)\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e9' 14-weight (1490-4)\u003c\/strong\u003e extend the AIR 2 Max platform into applications ranging from extreme freshwater and light saltwater fishing to throwing oversized flies and pursuing the largest gamefish on earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e590-4\u003c\/strong\u003e brings AIR 2 Max performance to a versatile 5-weight platform designed for anglers who want exceptional power and recovery for demanding freshwater situations and light saltwater applications. The \u003cstrong\u003e1086-4\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for throwing oversized flies and heavy lines, delivering the lifting strength and line speed needed when large flies and challenging conditions are part of the equation. At the top of the range, the \u003cstrong\u003e1490-4\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered for the world's largest gamefish, providing the power and control necessary when putting maximum pressure on exceptional fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach new model embodies the AIR 2 Max philosophy of \u003cstrong\u003emaximum speed, maximum power, and maximum performance\u003c\/strong\u003e—expanding the series into new territory without sacrificing the lightweight feel and refined casting characteristics that define Winston.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMAX Accuracy. MAX Power. MAX Line Speed. MAX Performance.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUtilizing award-winning materials in conjunction with our fastest and most powerful graphite tapers to date, the new AIR 2 Max series optimizes performance in saltwater, warmwater, and large freshwater fishing applications across the globe. Each model has been meticulously tuned for accuracy, lifting strength, and line speed, boasting the highest strength-to-weight ratio of any rod we've ever made. The AIR 2 Max series are powerful without effecting castability or lightness in-hand. Our proprietary AIR 2 and Boron materials create unprecedented feel, power, tracking, recovery, and lightweight performance — truly redefining fast-action performance for any saltwater and big-game application worldwide. THE AIR 2 MAX. Been there. Caught that.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuick Read: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gorgeflyshops.blogspot.com\/2025\/11\/johns-gift-guide-5-picks-i-actually.html\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJohn's Gift Guide: 5 Picks I Actually Fish (2025\/2026)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eACTION: Very Fast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGRIP : 7\" full wells grip on 6-10wts. 8\" full wells grip on 11-12wts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium Flor Grade Cork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eREEL SEAT: Silver lightweight anodized aluminum. Barrell engraved with Green Script logo. Double uplocking aluminum rings. 1 ½\" Fighting Butt on 6-10wts, 2 ½\" Fighting Butt on 11-12wts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSTRIPPING GUIDES: Cerecoil hard titanium construction with high flexibility and Ceramic insert.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSNAKE GUIDES: Recoil saltwater snake guides with hard titanium finish and high flexibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSECTIONS: 4 STORAGE: Premium Graphite Tube and Logo Rod Sock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMANUFACTURED: Designed and Handcrafted in Twin Bridges, Montana, USA. Fished around the world.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AIR 2 Max features our award-winning AIR 2 and Boron materials, showcasing our highest strength-to-weight ratio and fastest recovery action to date in a fly rod. These materials allow for unprecedented lifting strength, exact tracking, crisp recovery, and lightweight performance – perfect for any saltwater or big-game application anywhere in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComponentry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AIR 2 Max utilizes unique Cerecoil hard-titanium stripping guides. They are extremely flexible when stuffed into boat gunnels or tight spots. and use a ceramic insert that is incredibly slick, generating extremely high line speeds. This means achieving more distance with less effort, fewer backcasts, incredible line shooting, and unmatched durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo compliment the stripping guides, AIR 2 Max rods use Recoil hard-titanium saltwater snake guides, that are saltwater safe, stronger, lighter, and extremely flexible. These snake guides shoot line effortlessly, for fast shots with big flies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AIR 2 Max features a new universal flor-grade grip with low swells and short flares to provide anglers of various hand shapes and grip styles a variety of grip options. This aids in overall feel, line control and comfort when fighting the world’s largest fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"R.L. 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