Welcome to Fishing Gear Shop (“we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website at pennanglers.com and all purchases made through our online store. By accessing our site and making purchases, you agree to these terms.

About Fishing Gear Shop: We specialize in premium fishing equipment for both freshwater and saltwater anglers, offering everything from baitcasting reels to complete rod and reel combos. Our store caters to fishing enthusiasts who demand quality gear for their angling adventures.

1. User Responsibilities

1.1 Account Information

When creating an account or making a purchase, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

1.2 Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

  • Use our site for any unlawful purpose
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Interfere with the proper working of our website
  • Use our products in ways that violate local fishing regulations

2. Products and Services

2.1 Product Descriptions

We strive to accurately describe all fishing equipment on our site, including:

  • Baitcast and spinning reels
  • Freshwater and saltwater tackle
  • Rod and reel combos
  • Reel maintenance parts and accessories

However, we cannot guarantee that product colors or specifications will be exactly as shown on your device.

2.2 Product Availability

All products are subject to availability. We may limit quantities and discontinue items at any time.

2.3 Intended Use

Our products are designed for recreational fishing purposes. Professional or commercial use may void warranties.

3. Orders and Payments

3.1 Order Acceptance

Your order constitutes an offer to purchase. We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order for any reason, including:

  • Product unavailability
  • Errors in pricing or description
  • Suspected fraudulent activity

3.2 Payment Methods

We accept:

  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • JCB
  • PayPal

You authorize us to charge your selected payment method for the total order amount, including applicable taxes and shipping fees.

3.3 Pricing

All prices are in USD. We reserve the right to adjust prices at any time, but changes won’t affect confirmed orders.

4. Shipping and Delivery

4.1 Processing Time

Orders are processed within 1-2 business days (excluding weekends and holidays).

4.2 Shipping Options

We offer two shipping methods:

  • Standard Shipping: $12.95 via DHL or FedEx (10-15 business days)
  • Free Shipping: Available for orders over $50 via EMS (15-25 business days)

4.3 Delivery Areas

We ship worldwide except to Asia and certain remote locations. Additional charges may apply for international exchanges.

4.4 Delivery Issues

You must inspect saltwater reels and rods immediately upon delivery. Report any damage within 7 days of receipt.

5. Returns and Refunds

5.1 Return Policy

You may return most new, unopened items within 15 days of delivery for a full refund. Items must be in original packaging with all tags and accessories.

5.2 Non-Returnable Items

The following cannot be returned:

  • Opened reel maintenance parts (hygiene reasons)
  • Clearly marked discounted/final sale items
  • Used or damaged fishing tackle (unless received that way)
  • Custom or special order saltwater rods & poles

5.3 Return Process

To initiate a return:

  1. Contact us within 15 days at [email protected] with your order number
  2. Wait for return approval and instructions
  3. Ship items securely in original packaging

5.4 Refund Processing

Refunds are processed within 3-5 business days after we receive and inspect your return. Shipping costs are non-refundable except in cases of our error.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on our site, including text, graphics, logos, and product designs, is our property or licensed to us and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not use our content without express written permission.

7. Limitation of Liability

7.1 Product Use

We are not liable for:

  • Injuries resulting from improper use of fishing equipment
  • Damages caused by failure to follow product instructions
  • Any consequential damages from product use

7.2 Website Use

We are not liable for:

  • Temporary website unavailability
  • Technical errors beyond our reasonable control
  • Third-party actions that affect your use of our site

8. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Wisconsin, USA, without regard to conflict of law principles.

9. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms periodically. Continued use of our site after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

10. Contact Us

For questions about these Terms or our products:

Fishing Gear Shop
686 Primrose Lane
Madison, US 53703
Email: [email protected]

Our Commitment: At Fishing Gear Shop, we’re as committed to your satisfaction as you are to landing the big one. These Terms are designed to create a transparent, fair relationship between us and our valued customers.