The Starting Spot: -New micro-baits for the biggest smallmouth. -Expert hot weather bass tips. -2026 Bassmaster Elite schedule released.

The Starting Spot - ALL SUMMER EDITION: -Greg Hackney's best bass fishing tips. -Best summer smallmouth baits. -Tactical Bassin’ jig fishing in hot water.

Lake Fayetteville Angela Perea at Lake Fayetteville Marina recommends trying top-water lures early and late for black bass or use plastic worms at midday. Bluegill fishing is good with worms.

When the bass bite starts to cool down the answer is often right behind you. Fishing from deep to shallow, working crankbaits up-the-down staircase, provides a different look, and one ...

I’ve talked to you all before about the effectiveness of using live bait when you are fishing. Please realize that the key word in this subject is “live.” Keeping your bait alive and lively ...

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – 18 Sports’ Big Fish Summer rolls on with another great catch. Presented by Valley Wholesale Bait & Tackle, we honor a pair of great catches by one local standout athlete ...

In today’s 7-22–25 edition of The Starting Spot: -Sometimes, really small baits are required to trigger the biggest smallmouth bass to bite. Great Lakes Finesse has the baits you need.

In today’s 7-15–25 edition of The Starting Spot - ALL SUMMER BASS FISHING EDITION: -I got to ride along with Greg Hackney at the Classic this past spring and it was an amazing display of ...