Pre-Tournament Bylaws

2024-01-29

Boat Restrictions

Members that join as Boaters are required to bring their boats to each tournament unless they have machanial difficulty, at which time he must contact the Tournament Director to get approval to compete as a Non-Boater.

All boats used in Cape Cod Bass events must have a minimum hull length of 15 feet, a minimum horsepower rating of 20 and adequate live well(s). All gas-powered motors will be equipped with some type of ignition kill switch, which will be checked on the morning of the tournament. This kill switch must be attached to the driver any time the combustion engine is operating. Trolling as a method of fishing is prohibited. Canoes, barges or similar cumbersome craft will not be permitted. Boats equipped with stick steering will not be permitted to be used during tournament hours by any competitor. The Tournament Director shall make the definition of stick steering. Tiller steering is permitted. All boats must have a current registration and meet all Coast Guard Regulations.