The Inside Line

Same Time Next Year?

Posted by Pete Robbins on Oct 26th 2026

Same Time Next Year?

It’s a big week for bass fishing. At least it seems that way. The inaugural World Bass Enterprises on Old Hickory Lake blasts off on Wednesday with a 60 man field from multiple tours vying to wi …

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Card Sharks

Posted by Pete robbins on Oct 21st 2026

Card Sharks

I’ve been in the same house for nearly 24 years and in the fishing industry nearly that long, but at long last my wife and I are preparing to move. It won’t be a downsizing per se, but sin …

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Fall 2026 New Senko Colors

Posted by Mark Fong on Oct 7th 2026

Fall 2026 New Senko Colors

Just in time for Fall fishing, Yamamoto Baits is excited to announce the release of four new Senko colors: Baby Morning Dawn, Strawberry Laminate, Pink Lemonade, and Bloody Mary. The Inside Line spoke …

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2026 Lake Erie B.A.S.S. Open

Posted by Bernie Schultz on Oct 5th 2026

2026 Lake Erie B.A.S.S. Open

At nearly 10,000 square surface miles, Lake Erie is the second smallest of the Great Lakes, yet it supports the largest population of black bass. Its Eastern Basin is known for big smallmouth, and tha …

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The Sad State of Old Stock

Posted by Pete Robbins on Oct 5th 2026

The Sad State of Old Stock

I have spent a lot of time on the road this year in and around fishy towns and whenever I can I make it a point to hit the local tackle shops. That includes not just the big ones but also local stores …

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Things You Can’t Buy on eBay

Posted by Pete Robbins on Sep 15th 2026

Things You Can’t Buy on eBay

As I recently wrote, the annual Bass Fishing Hall of Fame induction ceremony and silent auction are fast approaching. Thanks to the generosity of dozens of donators – both individuals and compan …

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