Looks like Shimano is hittin us with another price hike. Up to 22% I hear.  You’re killing me, Smalls!

 

You’re a few weeks late. 
 

https://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/267045-shimano-price-increase/

 

With the price increase on the Expride to $350 it makes no sense to get one when you could get a G. Loomis IMX Pro for $400 which is a better rod, more durable, and has a million times better Warranty. Just sayin'

6 minutes ago, Hulkster said:

With the price increase on the Expride to $350 it makes no sense to get one when you could get a G. Loomis IMX Pro for $400 which is a better rod, more durable, not made in China and has a million times better Warranty. Just sayin'

Loomis is owned by Shimano, I would expect they raise prices soon as well. Even being American made tariffs are going to hurt them. Fuji components, cork, raw carbon for the blanks will all be getting more expensive.

26 minutes ago, Peacedivision said:

Loomis is owned by Shimano, I would expect they raise prices soon as well. Even being American made tariffs are going to hurt them. Fuji components, cork, raw carbon for the blanks will all be getting more expensive.

probably true yes. everything going up up up