Slim Pickens

[Spankey]

A lot of slim pickens (no pickens) out there on the reel and rod front. Supply chain in disarray. Maybe. 

 

 

[garroyo130]

What are you trying to buy?

[papajoe222]

This is one of the reasons on-line purchasing became so popular.  If you know what you want, not only can you find it on the web, you'll likely get it cheaper that at a brick and mortar store.  The downside is, you can't hold it before buying it.  With reels, it isn't as big a downside as with purchasing a rod.

Many sites have a very forgiving return policy similar to buying a pair of boots that don't fit when you get them, but make sure you check it out prior to purchasing.

[David 7]

The thing about buying a rod online is you can’t tell what the tip is really like. The tip/ ability to set the hook is what makes or breaks a rod for me. 

[jimmyjoe]

   At least it's not toilet paper!  ??   ??          jj

[Catt]

6 hours ago, jimmyjoe said:

   At least it's not toilet paper!  ??   ??          jj

 

 

[Spankey]

I generally would never buy a rod untouched first. I’ve had guys/shops order me in 3 and than take the one I want. 
 

Nasci 3000 looking to be tough to find from where I’d buy it from. No biggie. Not a life or death purchase.