i dont know where to store my new reel

or in the silverware drawer or between your mattress or in the ice box or under the couch or ......

Just leave it on your rod but loosen the drag when not in use. 

leave them in your house like in your room loosen your reel seat and the drag 

I have found that placing it in my room in a drawer under my fish tank is a great place to store my reels.

I suggest you do the same and send them over ;D

I would not put it in the garage because it is easier to get broken into. I would have it in the house.