The Inside Line

Do you remember the great Elite Series Falcon tournament of 2008? Records were set and hearts were broken when they averaged 25 pounds a day and didn’t make the cut. The top 12 anglers all …

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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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By Bernie SchultzFrequently referred to as the “Crown Jewel of Texas Bass Fisheries,” Lake Fork is home to a tremendous population of Florida-strain largemouth — big ones, too. Double-digit fish are c …

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By Bernie SchultzAfter a long, drawn-out season of postponed tournaments, the Bassmaster Elite Series was finally down to one final event — Texas Fest on Lake Fork. A lot was riding on it, too. My hop …

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By David A. Brown Seinfeld had Monk’s Cafe, Friends had Central Perk, Cheers had, well, Cheers. Like fall bass anglers, fans of these popular TV shows saw regular scenes of dining indulgence taking pl …

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By Bernie SchultzWhen Major League Fishing announced its new Bass Pro Tour in the fall of 2018, more than half of the Bassmaster Elite Series field decided to defect. Left behind were 42 anglers and I …

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