TS-2™ Trout Stalker™ Fly Rod/Reel Outfit — For Rivers That Like to Test You

Think of this as the wingman for skinny-water stealth and splashing glory. The TS-2 Trout Stalker™ Rod/Reel outfit pairs a refined, travel-friendly four-piece rod with our dependable TS2 fly reel — upgraded for 2023 and ready for whatever trout think is funny.

Who it’s for: anglers who want precision without pretension — backpackers, weekend warriors, and anyone practicing the fine art of catching trout while maintaining an air of cool competence. AXG Life — Life, Adventure-Ready.

Key Features & Design

• Four-piece rod construction — packs down small for car-topping, backpacking, or sneaking one more fly rod into the trunk.
• Available models — 8-1/2' 4-weight; 9' 5-weight; 9' 6-weight — choose your weapon by water and appetite for drag.
• Paired reel — matched with the reliable TS2 Fly Reel for smooth retrieves and sensible stopping power.
• 2023 upgrades — refined performance tweaks for better balance and feel (you’ll notice on the first cast; fish will notice later).

Performance & Benefits

The Trout Stalker™ outfit turns awkward wading and missed swings into stories with better endings. The 8-1/2' 4-weight is nimble for delicate presentations; the 9' 5-weight gives you extra reach and versatility; and the 9' 6-weight handles bigger flies and feistier trout without flinching.

Being a four-piece means it travels like a champ — toss it in your pack, toss it at the back of the truck, or actually use it like a grown-up on remote streams. The reel and rod are balanced to reduce fatigue, so you can make more casts, take more chances, and still have energy to tell the tale around the fire.

Reliable drag on the TS2 reel plus the upgraded rod feel equals smoother hooksets and fewer "almost" stories. Built for midnight trail runs, questionable decisions, and all those sunrise hours when trout are suspicious and your coffee hasn’t kicked in.

Ready to Roll?

Add the TS-2 Trout Stalker™ to your kit and make Monday jealous — toss it in your gear bag and write better campfire stories. AXG Life, Life, Adventure-Ready.