Boron II MX Rods

MX stands for maximum, as in maximum power, distance and fish fighting capabilities. The 5 and 6 weights are slightly stiffer and faster than their Boron IIx counterparts; the 7 through 12 weights are true "guns" that can handle sinking lines, big flies and adverse wind conditions. While all seven models feature faster actions and are capable of making long distance, 100+ foot casts, they will amaze you with their responsiveness and light weight. The rods come with a cork fighting butt and Winston's new double locking reel seat. Whether you're chucking 6" long "grocery" flies or battling fly rod humbling winds, a Boron II-MX will get the job done.

Handle: Choice of Cigar or Full Wells (special order) with Cork fighting butt on 5 and 6-wt.; Full Wells with Cork fighting button 7 thru 10-wt.; 12-wt. features a 12" grip and 2-1/2" Cork fighting butt.

Sections: 4

Reel Seat: Featherlight Nickel Anodized Aluminum

Why Boron?

Winston first started using boron/graphite composite in 1997. It's an unusually strong material with a very quick recovery rate and is ideal for designing rods that can generate extremely high line speeds. Boron IIx is the second generation of this composite, and the features of this new material have allowed us to create the most advanced fly rods in the world. They have all the strength and power of boron, while being very lightweight and offering the rare ability to fish at close, medium or long distances with equal aplomb.

Boron II MX Rod Descriptions:

5-Weight

The fastest-action 5-weight Winston has ever made. Ideal for big trout, smallmouth bass and even summer steelhead

6- Weight

Whether you're streamer fishing for big browns or battling monster pike, this 6-weight is up to the task. Also very appropriate for steelhead, Atlantic salmon and schoolie stripers.

7-Weight

The faster-action 7-weight that is perfect for making long casts to species such as bonefish and redfish, or throwing big poppers to snook and largemouth bass.

8-Weight

The power and strength of this rod is remarkable. It can handle a 350-grain line with ease, making it a great, lightweight choice for stripers, Atlantic salmon and steelhead.

9-Weight

An all-around, hardcore saltwater rod that can handle a wide variety of fly lines. Perfect for big striped bass, bluefish, false albacore, baby tarpon, king salmon, permit and more.

10-Weight

An extremely powerful 10-weight that weights in at just over 4 ounces. The choice for big winds, big flies and fish like permit, giant trevally, tarpon and dorado.

12-Weight

On days when the wind can discourage anglers from heading out, you'll appreciate owning this powerful, accurate 12-weight. The perfect rod for casting sinking lines at night to large tarpon or fighting marlin and sailfish.