View Full Version : Just broke my shimano 7' MH rod today
ityperx
05-14-2012, 05:07 PM
As the title stated, I'm looking to replace it with another 7' rod or something else that suits the type of fishing I do. I usually have it setup for split shots/weightless with baby brush hog, senkos, and roboworms on 6-10lb line. I'm not looking for anything too fancy/expensive as my budget range is <100. Any ideas or suggestions would help. Doing some research myself on various sites such as bps, sportchalet etc... I might drop by BPS this weekend to get a feel of some of the rods they have. Thanks for viewing.
KILLA
05-14-2012, 05:14 PM
Send it in to shimano, they will replace it for 50.00
ityperx
05-14-2012, 05:18 PM
I toss it already. It had a one year warranty which was over 8 years ago.
KILLA
05-14-2012, 05:33 PM
I toss it already. It had a one year warranty which was over 8 years ago.
they actually have life-time warranty's. They just make you pay 50.00 and give you the upgraded model of the same rod. Same goes for all they're Gloomis rods
ityperx
05-14-2012, 05:40 PM
Really? ah crap, too late now. I toss the rod in the trash can at hansen dam. Wish I knew that in advance. The rod that broke still had its sticker and plastic wrapping on it and it said "One year warranty". Oh well, thanks for the info Killa. Any other suggestion(s)?
Just saw this http://www.stcroixrods.com/product/triumph TRS70MF2 7' Med fast action 2 piece 6-12 lb for $80
Has anyone used this before. I have the 5'6" UL one for trout but not sure if this one should be ok for bass fishing?
DarkShadow
05-14-2012, 07:06 PM
they actually have life-time warranty's. They just make you pay 50.00 and give you the upgraded model of the same rod. Same goes for all they're Gloomis rods
Not all Shimano rods have lifetime warranty.
Nessie Hunter
05-14-2012, 09:17 PM
Was at BPS the other day with a buddy....
We looked at the 'Vendetta' Rod (by Abu Garcia) Very good looking rod & felt great $79.
Buddy bought one and used it he next day at DVL, he said it was awesome...
http://www.abugarcia.com/products/rods/vendetta
ityperx
05-14-2012, 09:54 PM
Not all Shimano rods have lifetime warranty.
oh ok, another good info I didn't know about. Thanks DS
ityperx
05-14-2012, 09:55 PM
Was at BPS the other day with a buddy....
We looked at the 'Vendetta' Rod (by Abu Garcia) Very good looking rod & felt great $79.
Buddy bought one and used it he next day at DVL, he said it was awesome...
http://www.abugarcia.com/products/rods/vendetta
I'll check it out when Im out there. Price range isn't bad at all. Thanks a lot Nessie.
vanillagurilla
05-15-2012, 04:43 PM
Also look at the veritas rods for $99 and shimano clarus.
+1 on the vendetta from abu. have it my self and love it... about to get anther one for fly/line and splitshot.... and their warranty is 3years just gota pay shipping back and forth
bassfishing24/7
05-15-2012, 09:11 PM
Check out the Falcon bukko rods thier super light weight n under $100
HawgZWylde
05-15-2012, 09:32 PM
Check out the Falcon bukko rods thier super light weight n under $100
x2...
...The Falcon Bucoo rod is an American made rod for 100$$$!!!!. A very light, sensitive, and well balanced rod. 100% worth the money. Unless you have to, I wouldn't recommend a 2 piece rod for bass...
Warranty info here;
http://www.falconrods.com/index.php/customer-service
Danny300
05-16-2012, 01:12 PM
Black carrot stick for sure! it's a little more than $100 (about $133). It's an awesome rod