NEW FOR 2026 BAM Trail Projected Payouts

[WB Staff]

2026 BAM Trail Projected Payouts
At BAM we’re working hard to deliver the best possible payout while building a championship like nothing the West has seen before. We’ve run these numbers and believe we’ve arrived at a payout structure that rewards the top finishers while still offering a strong last-place check.
BAM 2026 Payout Projections
Here are the projected payouts for the 2026 BAM Classic Championship and the BAM Pro-Am Series.
2026 BAM HIGHLIGHTS
$250K BAM Classic Championship with $100k First Place Prize
Boat/Mercury package for all Pro-Am Qualifiers
$7,500 to first-place co-angler at all Pro-Am Qualifiers (based on 75 entries)
$500K Ultimate Angler sanctioned events (each BAM event will have a berth to the Ultimate Angler World Championship)
Co AOY in each division earns a PAID PRO berth into the BAM Classic Championship plus 2027 pro entry fees for one division.

[WB Staff]

BAM Payouts
In light of the recent controversy, the payout posts have been removed. I’m sorry for the back and forth. We truly care about all the anglers and want to do what’s best for everyone involved. Because of that, I’ve decided it’s best to meet with a group of anglers and work through the best possible payout structure that benefits the greatest number of anglers.

[mark poulson]

I bet you won't read a post like that from MLF or BASS.

[Scott.Burke]

Has there been any update on this subject? Thanks

[gixxer464]

So what is/was the recent controversy?

[Scott.Burke]

BAM was reconsidering the payout structure, as the one posted was much reduced down the line from the past year and it was not well received by many anglers. To be fair they have greatly enhanced the winning purse. I had a great experience fishing BAM and hope the payout is adjusted to meet everyone’s expectations and they have a fabulous season.