I think we should be more inclusive here. No site owner , no #^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^& , no FW , no bait guys , ...??? Everyone who frequents the site should be able to get in on this. There is some truth that the boat guys have a big advantage so maybe a seperate prize but I really don't want to see anyone drop out do to perceived conflicts.
Half the fun of winning would be beating John and #^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^& and FW and BC and everyone else. I'd get a bigger kick out of winning if I had beaten all comers than if I beat a culled out , watered down field of competitors! So owners , pros , legends , etc , start fishing for second place cause my entry will be legit and its going to be A BIG ONE!!
And BTW , I know I don't have to... but I am building and donating the Loomis 1087 Heavy Canal Jig Stick as a prize. The thing is perfect for throwing 3 , 4 and 5 OZ jigs at the Ditch. Put a reel on spooled with Spectron and you'll feel everything that touches your jig. Best 9 foot Canal Jig Stick out there IMO. Hope someone who needs it , wins it.