Yes - OE would FedEx shrimp out to you. I had them FedEx me a rod when I was in Chicago for a while. Got it the next day. I support them because they are willing to provide a great selection at good prices and are local for anyone around Seattle. Like Ron Bob said, shop at Sportee's and then you will have a whole new appreciation for OE. As for reel guy, he has bad days to, just a few more than most folks .