That really sucks MrM_.............  FishUSA just sent me a news letter, they have spinning reels on sale starting today.  Hey, maybe ya can put one on lay-a-way and pick it up after the wedding or ya could always say it came with the boat. (lol).
 
 
Speaking of wedding bells; congratulations , when is the big day?
 
PS. On the boat too! 

Haha... thanks for the congrats man.  Were getting married on June 18, 2016.  I'm sure I'll pick up a rod or reel if I really need one, but I'll be honest... I probably already have way more than I actually need.  Then again... what am I saying... you can always use another rod or reel haha.   I'd rather get a boat now though.  Been fishing out of a square back canoe for the last 2 years and its worked well, but when the wind picks up on Pymatuning its tough to get around.  Plus I can only cover so much water with a trolling motor.