KAYAK REGULATION. Watercraft propulsion is restricted to paddle, pedal, pole, or electric motor. (See electric motor restrictions, below.) • Unless specifically prohibited, use of electric motors in competition is approved with the following restrictions: o Electric motor must be attached to the kayak in a safe manner for operation. o An electric motor used to propel a watercraft may not exceed the lesser of (a.) manufacturer’s labeled Maximum HP/Thrust Capacity, (b.) 3 HP, or (c.) 155 foot-pound thrust. o Competitors must comply with all boating regulations pertaining to motorized kayak/electric propulsion watercraft registration, use, and operating restrictions for the designated fishing area. o No more than one electric motor may be attached to a kayak regardless of combined horsepower/thrust/power rating. o Motors with dual props operated by a single power source are permissible as long as the unit is manufactured and sold as a single unit. • Vessel must be 9’ minimum and shorter than 18’. • Vessel that the manufacturer identifies and sells as a kayak, including inflatable kayaks and modular kayaks, Stand-up paddleboards (SUP) and Canoes. • Other watercraft specifically approved as exceptions in advance of competition by B.A.S.S. Management • Catamaran style personal fishing vessels complying with all other regulations will be eligible. • No "Homemade" Kayaks, Sailboats, Xxx boats, pirogues, coracles, rowboats, dinghies, skiffs, float tubes, inflatable rafts, or rigid inflatable boats (e.g., Zodiac), pontoon boats, pontoon-style pond boats, twin-hull watercraft, or similar. • The use of manual or motorized anchor system is permitted. • Mothershipping, tethering/holding or any transportation coordination with a non-competitor is strictly prohibited unless approved by B.A.S.S. officials due to an emergency situation. • By officially entering, contestants agree to submit their kayak to an inspection by B.A.S.S. personnel.
KAYAK REGULATION. (i) Watercraft propulsion is restricted to paddle, pedal, pole or electric motor. (See electric motor restrictions, below in Subsection 8(ii).)
KAYAK REGULATION. If boat is legally licensed, electric motors will be permitted. All state rules for motorized kayaks apply. Failure to comply, may result in disqualification. for any reason, except with permission from the Tournament Director. • Testing equipment on tournament waters after the start of the pre-tournament meeting is NOT permitted
