I have driven by
the Winston factory in Twin
Bridges, Montana, a hundred times, usually on the weekends
and usually on my way to the Ruby, Jefferson, or the Big Hole,
and I'm not really looking to stop anywhere. However, a week
earlier, Winston's sales manager Jeff called and asked if we
could attend a dealer event at the factory. So Fred, our Great
Falls fly shop manager, and I made a 4:30 AM drive to Twin
Bridges to attend.
I've never really taken the time to understand Winston rods.
I've known they make really fine fly rods and pride themselves
on quality. I knew they used boron. I knew they were green,
and I knew they were made in Montana. I suppose that much
should be just about enough. However, we got the real story
and a behind-the-scenes look that most people never get to
see. So, I’m going to share with you why you’ll want to own at
least one Winston for your quiver.