Winston steps up with the Pure
I have fished Winston rods for a long time, starting with the WT model back in the day (which is still the standard for moderate action graphite rods, in my opinion). I was not a big fan of either the B2X or the B3X (flex not right, not enough power), which is one reason I started fishing Scott rods, the Radian on western rivers. This Pure, though, is a great rod. It has enough butt-end stiffness to generate line speed when you need it, not just the 'delicate presentation' advertised. Light in hand and accurate, very responsive to a light touch, smooth stroke. I bought the 8' 4-weight to fish eastern streams, casting smaller flies, shorter distances but it can handle heavier duty, throw as much line as you like. Excellent upgrade to the Winston line.