Terms and ConditionsTerms and ConditionsLast updated: October 10, 2026 These terms cover your use of gapen.com and purchases from Gapen Tackle Company ("Gapen," "we," "us"). We've tried to keep them short and plain. Acceptance of TermsBy using this site or placing an order, you agree to these terms and to our Privacy Policy. If you don't agree, please don't use the site. Products and Pricing
Orders and AcceptanceYour order is an offer to buy. We may limit or cancel an order, for example if a product was listed at the wrong price, if an item is unavailable, or if we suspect fraud. If we cancel an order after you've been charged, we'll refund you in full. PaymentPayments are processed by Stripe and PayPal. By placing an order, you confirm that you're authorized to use the payment method you provide. We do not store full card numbers. ShippingOrders over $75 ship for $3.95 to the contiguous US, and orders $75 and under ship for $7.95 Ground. Some exclusions apply, including Alaska, Hawaii, rods, and oversize items. See our Shipping Policy for full details. Returns and WarrantySee our Returns, Refunds and Warranty page for return details. For the Wilderness rod lifetime warranty, see Wilderness Rod Lifetime Warranty. Product Use and SafetyFishing tackle includes sharp hooks and other items that can cause injury. Please handle hooks carefully, keep tackle away from small children, wear eye protection when appropriate, and follow local fishing laws and regulations. Use our products responsibly and for their intended purpose. Intellectual PropertyThe content on this site, including text, photos, graphics, logos, and product names, belongs to Gapen Tackle Company or its licensors and is protected by copyright and trademark law. You may view and print pages for personal use and to shop with us. Please don't copy or reuse our content for commercial purposes without written permission. User Content and ReviewsIf you submit a review, photo, or comment, you confirm it's your own and is honest. You give us permission to display, edit for length or clarity, and use it on our site and in our marketing. We may remove content that is off-topic, offensive, or unlawful. Disclaimer of WarrantiesExcept for the warranties described on our Returns page and any warranties required by law, the site and our products are provided "as is." We don't promise the site will always be available or error-free. Limitation of LiabilityTo the extent allowed by law, Gapen is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the site or our products. Our total liability for any claim related to a purchase is limited to the amount you paid for that product. Some states don't allow these limits, so they may not apply to you. Governing LawThese terms are governed by the laws of the State of Iowa, without regard to conflict of law rules. Changes to These TermsWe may update these terms from time to time. Changes take effect when posted, and the "Last updated" date at the top will show when they last changed. Contact UsGapen Tackle Company |