The Inside Line

We’re getting to do-or-die time, the dates when commitments or deposits are due for the now-three major tournament circuits. There’s likely to be some movement – from one tour to another, or back …

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When I get to the boat ramp, I’m always amazed at how many hundreds of thousands of dollars are tied up in tow vehicles. Even as there are myriad complaints about inflation and gas prices and int …

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I don’t watch much TV, but recently I binge-watched all eight episodes of “Quarterback” on Netflix. Shortly thereafter I watched all eight episodes of “Receiver.” While I’m a football fan, and ca …

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When Alfred Williams was nominated and then elected to be inducted into the Bass Fishing Hall of Fame, I knew it was a big deal. After the induction ceremony at the end of September, I now know i …

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By far, my favorite destination is the St. Lawrence River — particularly where it forms at Lake Ontario. It’s a place where I’ve enjoyed considerable success. And in the simplest of ter …

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I’d like to think that my fishing-related hoarding is mostly functional -- I have a certain crankbait or tackle binder or 5’6” pistol grip rod held in reserve because someday it’ll be u …

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