Each contestant is required to wear a Coast Guard approved life preserver anytime the boat is on plane. Driver must have kill switch hooked up while running big motor. In case of mechanical breakdown competitors may take their catch, get into another boat, and come to weigh in. Only one rod may be used, though others may be rigged and ready in the boat, but each cast must be retrieved before another is made. TX number of offender must be on protest.
All contestants are subject to polygraph test.
Officials will be on the lake during the event for filming, observation, and boat inspection. Contestants are required to cooperate with any requests. ALL SLOT FISH must be photographed to specifications as defined. Photos taken in any other manner WILL NOT be accepted. Only largemouth and spotted bass will be weighed.