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SUMMARY:Iowa's Bass Elite Solo Trail - Rathbun
DESCRIPTION:2026 Iowa’s BEST Solo Bass Trail Rules\nWelcome to the 2026 Iowa’s BEST Solo Bass Trail! All anglers are expected to compete with honesty\, integrity\, and respect for fellow participants and the waters we fish. Please review the official tournament rules carefully before each event. \n\n🐟 Catch & Weigh-In Rules\n\n\n5-fish limit – no length restriction. \n\n\nDead fish penalty: 1 lb per dead fish. \n\n\nNo culling dead fish. Dead fish cannot be weighed for Big Bass. \n\n\nBig Bass tie-breaker: Big fish breaks tie on bag limit. Big bag breaks tie on Big Bass. \n\n\nWeigh-in begins 15 minutes after check-in time. \n\n\n\n⚓ Blast-Off & Check-In Procedures\n\n\nBlast position determined by dowel draw at the ramp. \n\n\nThe dowel must be returned to the check-in boat before the official check-in time. \n\n\nPenalty: 1 lb per minute late\, up to 15 minutes. \n\n\nAfter 15 minutes\, total weight = 0 lbs for the day (not a disqualification). \n\n\n\n\n\n🧭 On-the-Water Conduct\n\n\nThe angler occupying water has exclusive rights to fishable space within a reasonable casting distance. \n\n\nOther anglers may not cast into that area without permission. \n\n\n\n\nAny law enforcement citation on the water = disqualification for that event. \n\n\nNo live bait\, no trolling\, no snagging\, and no unconventional fishing methods. \n\n\nAlabama rigs are allowed but limited to 1 hook only. \n\n\nNon-puncture cull tags only. Use of puncture cull tags = disqualification. \n\n\n\n⚖️ Sportsmanship & Conduct\n\n\nAll state and federal laws must be followed at all times. \n\n\nNo alcohol or illegal substances during tournament hours. \n\n\nUnsportsmanlike behavior may result in disqualification at the tournament director’s discretion. \n\n\nRespect fellow anglers\, boaters\, and anyone enjoying the lake. Sportsmanship is expected from everyone. \n\n\n\n🏆 Protests\, Points & Disqualifications\n\n\nAny on-the-water protest must be filed before weigh-in begins. \n\n\nAnglers may protest the scalemaster if weigh-in procedures are not followed. \n\n\nDisqualification (DQ): \n\n\nResults in 0 AOY points for the event. \n\n\nThe disqualified event cannot be dropped from AOY standings. \n\n\n\n\nThe tournament director has final authority on all rulings\, penalties\, and protests. \n\n\n\n✅ Angler Responsibility\nBy entering the Iowa’s BEST Solo Bass Trail\, you agree to follow these rules\, maintain good sportsmanship\, and promote ethical competitive fishing throughout the 2026 season. \nIowa’s BEST Solo Bass Trail – 2026 Season Announcement\nAttention all anglers!\nAll permits are approved and Iowa’s BEST is now accepting entries for the inaugural 2026 season! \nI’m excited to take over the solo trail previously hosted by Weekend Warriors Bass Tournaments. A huge thank-you to Nick and the Weekend Warriors crew for their dedication in growing the trail. As a fellow tournament angler\, I wanted to keep this great series alive—and make it even better! \nWhat’s New for 2026\n\nHigher payouts across all events\nBigger Angler of the Year (AOY) prize\nSimplified format with the same fun\, competitive spirit\n100% payback of all entry fees (minus permit and event costs) directly to anglers\n\nEntry Details\n\nSeason Entry Fee: $800 (must be paid in full by April 1\, 2026)\nDeposit: $100 to hold your spot\nField Cap: 30 anglers\nPayment Options: Venmo (friends/family)\, cash\, or check\n\n👉 To join or learn more\, message Jacob Clark or text 402-680-8455. Spots will fill fast! \n\n🗓️ 2026 Tournament Schedule\nQualifier 1: April 12 – Little River (South Ramp) – 7:00 AM–3:00 PM\nQualifier 2: May 31 – Brushy Creek (South Ramp) – 6:00 AM–2:00 PM\nQualifier 3: June 21 – Rathbun (Honey Creek Ramp) – 5:30 AM–1:30 PM\nQualifier 4: July 19 – Three Mile (Main Ramp) – 5:30 AM–1:30 PM\nQualifier 5: August 2 – Twelve Mile (Main Ramp) – 6:00 AM–2:00 PM\nTOC (Championship): October 3–4 – Okoboji (Upper Gar Ramp) – 7:30 AM–3:30 PM \nNote: All tournament lakes go off-limits at 12:01 AM the Monday prior to each event.\nOfficial practice for the TOC will be Friday\, October 2 (off the water by 6:00 PM). \n\n💰 Payouts (Based on 30-Boat Field)\nQualifier Payouts:\n1st – $1\,104.55 | 2nd – $690.34 | 3rd – $414.20 | 4th – $331.36 | 5th – $220.91\nBig Bass: $100 \nPayouts subject to change with sponsor additions or minor expense adjustments. \n\n🏆 Angler of the Year (AOY)\n\n10% of total pot (after expenses) – Estimated $2\,384.47 payout\nPoints-only format: 1st = 30 pts\, 2nd = 29 pts\, etc.\nLowest Qualifier dropped – AOY based on 4 best Qualifiers + TOC points\nDQ = 0 points and cannot be dropped\n\n\n🎯 TOC Qualification\n\nTop 10 in AOY standings (best 4 of 5 events)\nAll Qualifier winners automatically advance\nTOC payouts announced later — expect them to be huge!\n20% of all Open event fees go directly to the TOC pot\n\n\n 
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LOCATION:Rathbun\, Rathbun\, IA\, 52544\, United States
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