Haaaaaa..... Panick Attack!!!!! 2024
Ben Miller reply :
Fav Rod!
NorcalBassin reply :
Yeah, that's a problem. Best of luck with the "next man up."
TnRiver46 reply :
Tried fixing it yet?
tander reply :
Know the feeling. Never broke a rod in my life, this year I broke 3. 
Bankbeater reply :
Dang!
DINK WHISPERER reply :
What kind of rod?
BassWhole! reply :
Another rod you can get, The 70s paneling on the other hand....
burrows reply :
Hey look at the Brite side now you get to shop around for a new rod
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Ben Miller reply :
On 11/1/2017 at 10:08 AM, TnRiver46 said:Tried fixing it yet?
Happen yesterday, no. All that can be done is a new rod tip right?
On 11/1/2017 at 6:03 PM, DINK WHISPERER said:What kind of rod?
Abu Garcia Veritas 2.0
fishballer06 reply :
On 11/1/2017 at 7:46 PM, reason said:Another rod you can get, The 70s paneling on the other hand....
Savage...
Scarborough817 reply :
On 11/1/2017 at 8:57 PM, Ben Miller said:Happen yesterday, no. All that can be done is a new rod tip right?
Abu Garcia Veritas 2.0
i had the same thing happen to mine i ended up cutting it down about 6" and putting a new tip on it worked for a while until the rod snapped again about 1/3rd of the way down the blank
BassWhole! reply :
On 11/1/2017 at 9:16 PM, fishballer06 said:
Savage...
Oh yeah!!! But I think that was the 80s. I had a celebrity crush on Miss Elisabeth...
TnRiver46 reply :
On 11/1/2017 at 8:57 PM, Ben Miller said:Happen yesterday, no. All that can be done is a new rod tip right?
Abu Garcia Veritas 2.0
Got any other broken rods? Or a thin metal rod that will fit inside the blank? Insert an old piece of rod or thin metal and wrap with thread then epoxy. People used to fix any rod for 10 or $12, see if there is a local rod builder near you or just give it a try yourself
BassWhole! reply :
On 11/1/2017 at 9:57 PM, TnRiver46 said:Got any other broken rods? Or a thin metal rod that will fit inside the blank? Insert an old piece of rod or thin metal and wrap with thread then epoxy. People used to fix any rod for 10 or $12, just your business see if there is a local rod builder near you or just give it a try yourself
I'm pretty sure the nano technology particles would phase invert and cause the instant destruction of the universe. Now if you were cat fishing.....
Ben Miller reply :
On 11/1/2017 at 9:57 PM, TnRiver46 said:Got any other broken rods? Or a thin metal rod that will fit inside the blank? Insert an old piece of rod or thin metal and wrap with thread then epoxy. People used to fix any rod for 10 or $12, see if there is a local rod builder near you or just give it a try yourself
Great Advice and thank you TnRiver46!
TnRiver46 reply :
On 11/1/2017 at 10:01 PM, Ben Miller said:Great Advice and thank you TnRiver46!
Worth a shot since it's already broken. If you can't get the insert to stay put just ooze some epoxy inside the rod and let it stick to the insert. Might throw off the weight of the rod if insert is heavier than original material
DINK WHISPERER reply :
I think those rods are already stiff to begin with so fixing one would make it even stiffer.
lonnie g reply :
ouch ! been there done that, I was fortunate that st Croix replaced it. wish you the best with fixing it.
TnRiver46 reply :
On 11/1/2017 at 10:14 PM, DINK WHISPERER said:I think those rods are already stiff to begin with so fixing one would make it even stiffer.
Turn it into a flipping/frogging stick? Or a broom to sweep the kitchen?
fishballer06 reply :
In all seriousness, you've got a 3 year warranty. Talk to Abu and see what they can do for you.
http://www.abugarcia.com/AbuGarcia-warranty.html
DINK WHISPERER reply :
@TnRiver46 if it's a long rod then maybe yes.
@fishballer06 I used Abu products since I was was a teenager. A couple years ago I had an issue with two 6 month old Revos and they refused to help me! Itn was a known issue in the gen 3 models too. Sold all 20 of my Revos and moved on. Good luck with cs.
Sword of the Lord reply :
On 11/1/2017 at 10:19 PM, TnRiver46 said:Turn it into a flipping/frogging stick? Or a broom to sweep the kitchen?
Have you seen that paneling? He's definitely got shag carpeting too. No sweeping necessary.
Ben Miller reply :
On 11/1/2017 at 10:27 PM, fishballer06 said:In all seriousness, you've got a 3 year warranty. Talk to Abu and see what they can do for you.
http://www.abugarcia.com/AbuGarcia-warranty.html
Thanks Fishballer06! So you were right and they just emailed me the process.
Thank you for contacting Abu regarding your damaged rod. I apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you. We do not repair or have replacement parts for rods; however we will be glad to assist you in the warranty process. To move forward with the warranty process, simply respond to this email and provide the following information/documentation:
- Daytime telephone number
- Physical address (unable to ship to PO Box)
- Copy of original receipt or proof of purchase (if not available let us when purchased)
- 3 Pictures
- A clear picture of the damaged area/part
- A clear picture of the model number (just above the handle)
- A clear picture showing the date code on the rod (if available example 02C12CM)
- A brief description of the damage/issue and how it occurred
Once we receive the above information, we would process your claim for warranty replacement consideration. To replace a rod under warranty we do request a $9.95 (US) $10.55 (CAN) processing fee. If the rod is not under warranty will be able to offer you a substantial discount towards the purchase of a new rod.
Please note, if more than 3 rods, you must mail the rods into us to begin your warranty/replacement claim.
You may reach us at 800-228-4272 Mon-Fri, 8am-6pm (EST) Service Experience Coordinators will glad to assist you.
Ben Miller reply :
Looks like I get to keep this rod and fix it, plus a brand new one! Broken rod for sale!!!!
BassWhole! reply :
On 11/1/2017 at 10:39 PM, Sword of the Lord said:Have you seen that paneling? He's definitely got shag carpeting too. No sweeping necessary.
And probably knock the lava lamp over too...
Gundog reply :
@Ben Miller going to a rod shop is a great idea. Those guys know how to deal with problems like this. And it probably won't cost much so its a win/win. As for the paneling, take it down and replace it with nice, new drywall. Some drywall screws, tape, a little sanding and a couple coats of paint and you're back in this decade. 
Oh and send the velvet painting of Elvis/ Bruce Lee/ dogs playing poker to me. I got a cousin who loves that stuff.
Senko lover reply :
I would try to find a local who fixes rods. I did that when my favorite rod got broken at the tip like yours, and he made it look brand new for $20 bucks.
pondbassin101 reply :
On 11/1/2017 at 11:41 PM, reason said:And probably knock the lava lamp over too...
Eh, leave the poor guy alone, hes got enough to worry about.
Ben Miller reply :
Hey Guys! I appreciate all the comments and gestures! So, I had some great advice from this thread and took em up on it. 1st. I contacted Abu Garcia and it's under warranty. For $9.95, they are shipping me another.
2nd. And oddly enough, Abu did not want my rod back. They were easy to deal with and I only took pictures, two emails, and two phone calls. But since they didn't want the rod back, I've already had the broken one fixed today for $4.70 at the local shop.
Last night, bummed big time! Today adding a brand new fav to my collection for $9.95 and fixing my other for $4.70 "just 3" shorter", I'm ecstatic! Thanks for all the help!
burrows reply :
Awesome. Thanks for keeping us posted man.
BassWhole! reply :
On 11/2/2017 at 10:50 AM, Ben Miller said:Hey Guys! I appreciate all the comments and gestures! So, I had some great advice from this thread and took em up on it. 1st. I contacted Abu Garcia and it's under warranty. For $9.95, they are shipping me another.
2nd. And oddly enough, Abu did not want my rod back. They were easy to deal with and I only took pictures, two emails, and two phone calls. But since they didn't want the rod back, I've already had the broken one fixed today for $4.70 at the local shop.
Last night, bummed big time! Today adding a brand new fav to my collection for $9.95 and fixing my other for $4.70 "just 3" shorter", I'm ecstatic! Thanks for all the help!
Glad it turned out well. Now what to do with the $ saved not having to buy a new rod? Maybe put it in a piggy bank for a new ride, I'm thinking red Grand Torino with racing stripe...
NYWayfarer reply :
On 11/2/2017 at 9:40 AM, pondbassin101 said:Eh, leave the poor guy alone, hes got enough to worry about.
This is a prime example of why you should check what's in the background of a photo before posting it.
Steveo-1969 reply :
On 11/2/2017 at 8:35 PM, reason said:Glad it turned out well. Now what to do with the $ saved not having to buy a new rod? Maybe put it in a piggy bank for a new ride, I'm thinking red Gran Torino with racing stripe...
Oh yeah, the "Striped Tomato"!!!!!!!!!!
Choporoz reply :
Stop back and let us know how that Veritas works for you and what you're able to use it for...just curious.
I still use mine after giving it only a haircut of only about an inch and a half. It WAS a 7'MH....now it's a 6'10.5" H. Works well for WPloppers and magnum spinnerbaits; and OK for heavy jigs, but not a lot else....I'm guessing that if it had to be trimmed five or six inches, it would be best used as a lure retriever or stake-out pole.
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