The Inside Line

The Harris Chain of Lakes lies within an hour of my hometown, yet I rarely fish there. It’s not that I don’t like that waterway, I do. It’s just that there are so many other options closer to hom …

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Each year, the Bassmaster Elite Series travels to Lake Fork — the renowned trophy bass destination in East Texas. Although small by tour standards, the lake supports a healthy population of …

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Certain tour stops on the Bassmaster Elite Series are considered favorites. Toledo Bend is one of them. Big fish swim in that lake and, during early spring, the chances of catching a trophy-size bass …

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At first glance, this year’s Elite Series schedule looks very familiar — many of the same lakes, same rivers, and same number of miles to travel. What’s different, however, is the timing of some of t …

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Lake St. Clair is considered one of the best smallmouth destinations on the planet and for good reason. Every time the Elite Series visits this storied fishery, records fall. The lake offers m …

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After a disappointing result at Santee Cooper, I was anxious to get things rolling at Lay Lake in Alabama — stop No. 5 on the Bassmaster Elite Series. My only previous experience on …

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