Originally Posted by
redearhoosier
Let me be the first to make a suggestion to you and please take heed on this. I understand this was a gift to you but from now on when buying something like a fishing pole, reel, trolling motor, or depth finder, you need to spend the extra 10 bucks on the extended warranty deal. If you don't, you'll regret not buying the extended warranty because it protects your purchase at a relatively cheap rate. NEVER buy a fishing pole or fishing reel without purchasing the extended warranty...I know, I've only had to return about four poles in the last few years due to a number of issues.