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Ardent Rods?
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05/20/17 02:56 AM
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lenahorse
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Anyone use Ardent rods? reels also? what you think of them? thanks in advance
Last edited by lenahorse; 05/20/17 03:09 AM.
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Re: Ardent Rods?
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05/21/17 02:27 AM
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doctorxring
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I just ordered an Ardent Finesse 2000 with Ardent 6'6" rod Combo off Amazon for $38.
I'll let you know Wednesday.
I have all Shimano spinners but this reel has superb reviews and this price was cheaper than I could find for the reel alone. Might end up shelving the rod for a spare. We'll see.
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Re: Ardent Rods?
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05/21/17 01:47 PM
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lenahorse
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thanks at least try it I just got an apex elite bait caster reel and just got to fish it here at home so far with 2 on it. my 1st impressions are good, casting as good as my Lews, drag what little I used was fine, retrieve good, overall just not the same feel as my Lews I am used to, I will post more as I use it. I have never used an Ardent rod.
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Re: Ardent Rods?
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05/25/17 12:43 AM
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lenahorse
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Anyone have/use an Ardent rod? opinions?
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Re: Ardent Rods?
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05/31/17 02:23 AM
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The Tacklesmith
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I have been using the Apex reels for the last 3 years and love them. I'm a die hard Shimano guy but have 5 or 6 Apex
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Re: Ardent Rods?
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06/04/17 02:43 AM
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doctorxring
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I just wanted to follow through with my report on the Ardent 2000 Spinning Reel and Ardent IM6 Finesse Rod Combo I purchased from Amazon. I've used it on two occasions now. I have it spooled with 8 pound Nanofil line.
Most of my casting, and catching, was with an 04 size Rapala Shad Rap. This is a rather light lure and fits the low end of casting weight for this rod. I knew it would cast heavier but I was concerned about lighter. It casts beautifully. I could get excellent distance and accuracy with rig even with light weight. The reel is very smooth handling and has a very smooth drag. The rod has very good fixtures with guides and handle. Fast tip IM6 medium blank.
No complaints whatsoever on this $38 (shipped) rig. I consider it high value for that price.
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Last edited by doctorxring; 06/04/17 10:36 PM.
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Re: Ardent Rods?
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06/04/17 10:22 PM
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MCIPinkie
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I use the Denny Brauer signature rods exclusively for all my drop bait fishing. All the way from the 7'-2 to the 7'10.
I live with a 7'-10 heavy in my hand most of the time.
Rods are heavy compared to some of the more expensive ones, but suit me fine.
List for $100. Usually can find on line for $80 or less.
I don't mind the weight. Feels solid to me. Never had any problems. Have at least a dozen.
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