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

1. Our Target Audience and Product Focus

Fish Gear Shop specializes in premium fishing equipment and apparel for passionate anglers. Our products cater to both freshwater and saltwater fishing enthusiasts, offering everything from rods and reels to specialized apparel and accessories.

2. User Obligations and Responsibilities

By using our website, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate and complete information when creating an account or making purchases
  • Use the website only for lawful purposes
  • Not attempt to interfere with website operations or security
  • Be responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • Comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding online purchases

3. Products and Services Description

Product Categories:

  • Apparel & Accessories: Including Men’s Apparel, Rain Gear, and related accessories
  • Freshwater Fishing Equipment: Tackle, lures, reels, rods, and combos
  • Saltwater Fishing Equipment: Tackle, lures, reels, rods, and combos

Note: Product images may vary slightly from actual items due to monitor display differences. We make every effort to ensure product descriptions are accurate, but cannot guarantee all specifications are error-free.

4. Order and Payment Terms

Order Process:

  1. Add items to your cart
  2. Proceed to checkout
  3. Enter shipping information
  4. Select payment method
  5. Review and confirm order

Payment Methods:

We accept: Visa, MasterCard, JCB, and PayPal

Pricing and Currency:

All prices are in US Dollars (USD) and include applicable taxes unless otherwise stated. We reserve the right to adjust prices at any time, though orders already placed will be honored at the price quoted at time of purchase.

5. Shipping Policy

Processing Time:

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

Shipping Options:

  • Standard Shipping ($12.95): Via DHL or FedEx, delivered in 10-15 business days after shipment (tracking included)
  • Free Shipping: For orders over $50 via EMS, delivered in 15-25 business days after shipment (tracking included)

Shipping Restrictions:

We ship worldwide except to certain Asian countries and remote areas. Delivery times may vary depending on customs processing in your country.

Important: Customers are responsible for any customs duties, taxes, or import fees that may apply to international shipments.

6. Returns and Refunds

Return Policy:

You may return most items within 15 days of receiving your order for a full refund or exchange.

Non-Returnable Items:

  • Apparel Accessories (for hygiene reasons)
  • Freshwater Lures and Saltwater Lures (once opened)
  • Rain Gear that shows signs of use
  • Any item not in its original condition

Return Requirements:

  • Items must be unused, in original condition, and in their original packaging
  • All tags and protective coverings must be intact
  • A copy of your order confirmation or receipt must be included

Refund Processing:

  • Timing: 3-5 business days after we receive your return
  • Method: Original payment method
  • Original shipping fees are non-refundable unless the return is due to our error

7. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Fish Gear Shop or its content suppliers and protected by international copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our express written permission.

8. Limitation of Liability

Fish Gear Shop shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from:

  • Your use or inability to use the website
  • Any products purchased through the website
  • Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions
  • Any third-party conduct on the website

Our total liability for any claim related to the website or products shall not exceed the amount you paid for the product(s) in question.

9. Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our separate Privacy Policy which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

10. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington, USA, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

11. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

12. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:

Fish Gear Shop
1265 Daffodil Lane
Washington, US 20011
Email: [email protected]

Tight lines and happy fishing!
The Fish Gear Shop Team