Thanks everyone, it was a disappointing day to be sure, but I learned a valuable lesson. When I got up this morning, I was moving around like an old man!!! A few scrapes and bruises but everything still works.

Randy, I had seen your admonishments about rod cases, but assumed the path to my spot was pretty easy. Have to admit, I recalled your words as I was looking at my new 3 piece rod!!! I’ll update when the new tip gets here.