With the cost of new bass boats at an all time high, those who are considering purchasing a new rig are looking for creative ways to save or earn extra money with their new boat purchase. Contingency programs, although based on tournament performance, can be a great way to make some extra cash and take the sting out of the sticker price. This guide summarizes the contingency programs that the major boat manufacturers are currently offering and you can see which one might be the best for you. Scroll to the end to see a new for 2024 contingency program we are offering!
- There are two tiers that determines eligibility for this contingency, depending on what tournament the angler is competing in.
- Platinum package fee: $99 (includes jersey, hat, boat decal, 2 vehicle decals, 10% discount on Phoenix apparel and accessories)
- Silver package fee: $49 (includes tee shirt, hat, boat decal, 2 vehicle decals, 10% discount on Phoenix apparel and accessories)
- Phoenix Boats logo (12” x 1.75”) must be displayed on tournament shirt, and winners are required to provide a photo of themselves on stage.
- Factory installed decals must be on the boat (38” length if boat is wrapped)
- Phoenix First Flight decal must be displayed on windshield of boat
- Phoenix Boats decal must be displayed on vehicle
Tier 1: Must be an original owner
| 2021, 2022 & 2023 Model Year | 2020 Model Year | Boat & Motor |
| $7,000 | $3,000 | Phoenix Boat w/ 250 HP |
| $5,000 | $2,000 | Phoenix Boat w/ 225 HP |
| $3,000 | $1,000 | Phoenix Boat w/ 200 HP |
| $1,000 | $500 | Phoenix Boat w/ 175 HP or smaller |
Tier 2: Any Phoenix Boat owner
Any Model Year Boat & Motor
$500 Phoenix Boat w/ 250 HP
$400 Phoenix Boat w/ 225 HP
$300 Phoenix Boat w/ 200 HP
$100 Phoenix Boat w/ 175 HP or smaller
- For more information on which tournaments qualify for each tier visit the website.
- There are 6 tiers for the Ranger Cup contingency, and all must have at least a 60-boat participating field except where indicated.
- No entry fee
- Must own a 2012 or later, new or used Ranger boat.
- Must be a 2020 or newer to qualify for Maximum Payout.
- Must wear apparel displaying Ranger logo while competing, and at weigh-ins. Photo during weigh-ins are required to claim prize.
- Must display Ranger Cup decal on windshield/console of boat.
- Factory decals must be on boat (same position if wrapped).
- Registration form can be viewed on the website.
Tier 1: $50,000 cash payout
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- BASS Opens Pro AOY and MLF Toyota Series Champion
- 2020-2023 year model boat
- 200 HP minimum
Tier 2: $10,000 cash payout
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- BASS Elite Series Winners and Bass Pro Tour/MLF Cup Winners
- 2020-2023 year model boat
- 200 HP minimum
Tier 3: $8,000 cash payout
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- Winners of any approved tournaments on the list excluding BASS Elite Series, Bass Pro Tour/MLF Cup tournaments.
- 2020-2023 year model boat
- 200 HP minimum
Tier 4: $1,000 cash payout
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- If (and only if) the first-place winner, does not meet requirements then, highest finishing Ranger Cup qualified angler will be eligible for a $500 cash payout.
- Winners of any approved tournaments on the list.
- 2020-2023 year model boat
- 60-175 HP
Tier 5: $500 cash payout
- Place in the top ten of any approved regular season tournament event from the list, including BASS Elite Series and Bass Pro Tour/MLF Cup tournaments.
- 2020-2023 year model boat
- 60 HP or larger
Tier 6: $500 BPS/Cabela’s gift card
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- 1st place winner
- Any approved tournament on the list.
- 2012-2019 year model boat
- No horsepower requirement
There are two tiers for the Skeeter/Yamaha contingency: (1) Bassmaster Elite Series and (2) Grassroots. There is a registration fee of $75.
Tier 1: Bassmaster Elite Series Payout
- $10,000 reward for winning the Bassmaster Classic
- $5,000 reward for winning an Elite Series event
- $1,000 reward for anglers 2nd through 10th place
Tier 2: Grassroots Payout
- $5,000 reward for winning if running a 225 horsepower Yamaha or more
- $500 reward for winning if running a 200 horsepower Yamaha or less
Same as Ranger
Nitro/Tracker Bass Pro Shops Tournament Rewards
Same as Ranger
- The Falcon Boats contingency program requires a $100 annual registration fee.
- Angler must wear Falcon shirt and/or Falcon hat during competition days to be eligible.
- Must display Falcon decal on boat and tow vehicle.
- Must display Falcon High Flyers Program decal on driver’s windshield or console
- Any tournament that has a minimum field of 30 boats is fair game, except for MLF/BPT, Bassmaster Elite Series, FLW Pro Circuit, and The National Professional Fishing League.
- Must win the tournament to be eligible
- Winners can win up to $6,000 in one year.
- 30-50 boats: $350
- 51-80 boats: $550
- 81-100 boats: $800
- 101-150 boats: $2,000
- 151 or more boats: $3,000
- Must be registered prior to the event
- Minimum of 50 boats (if less, payout will equal winning purse up to $1,000)
- Must win the tournament to be eligible
- Qualifying first owner can claim a maximum of two victories per year
- Qualifying second owner can claim a maximum of one victory per year
- If competing out of a VX/DVX model, qualifying first owner can receive payout equal to their winning purse up to $10,000 (qualifying second owner up to $5,000)
- If competing out of an AVX/ADX model, qualifying first owner can receive payout equal to their winning purse up to $1,000 (qualifying second owner up to $500)
- Qualifying second owner can claim a maximum of one victory per year
- For more information about the sanctioned tournaments, the list can be viewed on the website.
- There are 3 tiers of anglers who can qualify for Blazer Bonus Bucks tournament rewards.
- To qualify, an angler must pay a $99 annual fee.
- Contingency awards are restricted to anglers fishing from the following boats: 650 Pro Tour, 625 Pro Elite, 595 Pro Elite, 675 Ultimate Bay, 2220 Fisherman, 2420 GTS, 2220 GTS
Tier 1: Pro
- Angler who wins the sanctioned event in a 2018 or newer can win $5,000
- Minimum of 60 boats
- Bassmaster Elite Series, Bassmaster Opens, MLF Pro Circuit, MLF Toyota Series, MLF Bass Pro Tour, The National Professional Fishing League
Tier 2: Trail Blazer
- Angler who wins the sanctioned event in a 2018 or newer can win $2,000
- Minimum of 60 boats
- Visit the website for information on the list of tournaments
Tier 3: Weekend Warrior
- Angler who wins a non-sanctioned event not listed in Tier 1 or Tier 2 can win $500
- Minimum of 60 boats
There are 3 tiers of payouts in the Caymas Cash program. There is a $100 registration fee. For the list of qualifying tournaments in each tier, visit the website.
Bass Cat Quest Tournament Rewards
- Original owner of 2000 model or later: no entry fee
- Original owner of 1999 model or earlier: one-time $200 membership/warranty transfer fee
- Used boat owner: one-time $200 membership/warranty transfer fee
Tier 1 Win (up to $7,500): Must be original owner of 2021 model or newer, less than 2 years from the original date of sale, and tournaments from the list must have 70 boats or more.
Sanctioned Event Win
- 100+ boats or 200+ anglers: $1,000
- 60+ boats or 120+ anglers: $500
- 30+ boats or 60+ anglers: $250
Double-Up Win
- 125+ boats or 250+ anglers: $2,000
Split Decision Team Win 50% Bonus (both members must be eligible)
- Tier 1 Team Win: Up to $11,250
- 100+ boats or 200+ anglers: $1,500
- 60+ boats or 120+ anglers: $750
- 30+ boats or 60+ anglers: $375
Highest Finishing Top 20 (boater division only)
- 125+ boats: $500
- 75-124 boats: $250
National or Regional College Win
- Full-Time Student GPA at least 3.0: $3,000
- Full-Time Student GPA at least 2.5: $1,000
Non-Boater/Co-Angler Win
- 125+ boats: $500
- 85-125 boats: $250
- Any angler fishing all 9 Bassmaster Opens in 2024 in an effort to qualify for the Elite Series can sign up for the AFTCO and/or Sunline contingency programs to receive:
- Sign up packet with decals & promo items (to be sent in January ’24)
- One-time discount code to respective brand website
- Eligibility for $18,000 in contingency money
- ($1,000 to top registered angler in each Open from each brand)
To register, go to https://bestontour.net/contingency/