Pickeral eater Posted June 23, 2013 Report Share Posted June 23, 2013 Hey all! Just a quick question. I recently had a door shut on my new ultra light rod and it broke two guides down from the top so it's not a case of repairing the tip only. Is it worth trying to fix it or is it a write off?? Thanks Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kickingfrog Posted June 23, 2013 Report Share Posted June 23, 2013 How long was it? How much was broken off? You could put a tip top guide on the end and, if necessary, adjust the line guides to suit the new length. The rod won't fish the same but still might be very serviceable. Whether or not this is makes financial sense or not? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pickeral eater Posted June 23, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 23, 2013 It's 7 foot that lost the top 9". I bought it this year for crappie as I've never owned an ultra light and wanted to experience the difference. So if its not going to perform the same maybe ill just scrap it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sinker Posted June 23, 2013 Report Share Posted June 23, 2013 What kind of rod? You may be able to buy a new top half. S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhickey Posted June 23, 2013 Report Share Posted June 23, 2013 Its now a trolling rod . Fix the tip and put a bigger real on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DropShot'r Posted June 23, 2013 Report Share Posted June 23, 2013 Give the tackle shop that you got the rod at a phone call and see what they will do for you. Check rod manufacturers web site for info about broken rods. Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pickeral eater Posted June 23, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 23, 2013 Thanks for the advice guys the rod is a shimano Clarus. I like the idea of using it for a trolling rod. I believe it's rates for 2-6 lb line. What would the rod be able to handle now? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chefboi17 Posted June 25, 2013 Report Share Posted June 25, 2013 The clarus line has a lifetime warranty, I don't know if most stores do over the counter exchanges any more, but if you send it in, they should replace it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moosebunk Posted June 25, 2013 Report Share Posted June 25, 2013 Thanks for the advice guys the rod is a shimano Clarus. I like the idea of using it for a trolling rod. I believe it's rates for 2-6 lb line. What would the rod be able to handle now? Used one of those rods for years. 2-6lb UL 6 1/2 footer. So... now you have a 6.3 or a 6. It'll still do plenty for ya, and well too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pickeral eater Posted June 25, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 25, 2013 Used one of those rods for years. 2-6lb UL 6 1/2 footer. So... now you have a 6.3 or a 6. It'll still do plenty for ya, and well too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pickeral eater Posted June 25, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 25, 2013 Awesome thanks!! Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted June 25, 2013 Report Share Posted June 25, 2013 Send the rod back to Shimano, they'll ship you a replacement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4x4bassin Posted June 25, 2013 Report Share Posted June 25, 2013 I see you live in Mississauga , give Aikmans a call at 905 277 3595 . If it can be fixed/replaced under warranty they will help you out . Been dealing with them for years and no problems or questions asked ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jedimaster Posted June 25, 2013 Report Share Posted June 25, 2013 Aikmans doesn't do returns for Shimano rods anymore. At least not when I went there a year ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4x4bassin Posted June 25, 2013 Report Share Posted June 25, 2013 They are kinda out of the shimano rod business when it comes to warranties yes (too many scammers) but give them a call anyway and they will help you or at the very least point you in the right direction . Aikmans doesn't do returns for Shimano rods anymore. At least not when I went there a year ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pickeral eater Posted June 25, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 25, 2013 Many thanks guys, I'll give aikmans a call. Thanks again Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aplumma Posted June 25, 2013 Report Share Posted June 25, 2013 The warranty is for defective rods not rods that are broken from a door. I am sure they will help with a replacement but expect to pay for it. Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lookinforwalleye Posted June 25, 2013 Report Share Posted June 25, 2013 The warranty is for defective rods not rods that are broken from a door. I am sure they will help with a replacement but expect to pay for it. Art I think the Pickeral eater meant to say he set the hook into a stump and the tip broke!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pickeral eater Posted June 25, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 25, 2013 That's exactly what I meant !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dabluz Posted June 26, 2013 Report Share Posted June 26, 2013 (edited) Add a tip top guide and use the shorter rod for other fishing. Actually, you may find the rod is now perfect for finesse fishing for walleye or small mouth bass using 4 to 6 lb mono (1/8 to 1/4 once jigs etc). Most ultra light rods I have come across are way too wimpy anyway. Edited June 26, 2013 by Dabluz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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