Daryl Wideman

Sounds like you just don't like people. If you didn't care you could have just left it alone.

I realize that this is late. I experienced a similar situation in the private subdivision lake I fish. Sounded/looked like someone threw a truck tire and wheel asmy in the water. A couple of days later. I saw the culprit, a VERY large carp. This lake has given up a 35 lb carp a couple of years ago. I just know it startled me.

I realize this is 2 yrs old, I have owned my Elite for 2yrs now. It's the smoothest casting, best reel I've ever owned. Fixing to buy another one. I don't have the resources to have a bunch of rods and reels, so adding another is a big investment for me. But I've been really happy with my Ardent. Never had to do anything but clean and lube. I fish 2-6 days a week and the Elite is always my go-to reel. I just wish I could find a rod that works as well for me at this price range. BTW Ardent Outdoors has a Sale going on now. Might try one of their rods. I just don't like the split handle design.