Went to Gander Mountain the other day and bought 2 ice rods some tackle and some nice gloves went to check out and the clerk said do you want the heritage plan on the rods I asked what is the heritage plan she said the first 30 days bring it back if its broken and they replace rod and reel after 30 days up to 1 year send it to the manufacturer and they replace it also. Then the big question what is this going to cost me she said 5 bucks well I got the plan but that is awesome my kids will be getting these rods and reel combos and I bet one of them will break. This is for any rod or reel andalot of other stuff so give GM a try