I have broken several Loomis rods over the years and each time I only had to pay for shipping, $5 each. laugh Outdoor Emporium and Salmon Bay is where I get my rods and I just take it to them and they handle it. They call me when they get it back and I go pick it up usually costing only $5. That's why I like using Loomis Rods. The wait(2wks or less) is not a problem for me because I have plenty of backups. Who wants to pay full price for a rod over and over again even if its a cheapy. beathead Always buy a rod with a warranty. My .02 thumbs
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