The Oakley Big Bass Tour is a premier big bass tournament series open to all amateur anglers. We provide anglers of all skill levels with an exciting tournament format and event experience on some of the nations best bass fisheries.

Established in 2007 our tour is focused on the promotion of bass fishing and bass conservation at the grass roots level through our tournament events. Our founders and event staff have over a decade of experience organizing and hosting bass fishing tournament events. Since 1997 our flagship tournament has provided event payouts exceeding $2 million dollars in cash, prizes and charitable contributions. Come experience the hospitality, competition and fun at one of our 2010 Oakley Big Bass Tour Tournaments.

Frequently Asked Questions:

 

What is the format of the event?

The format is big bass. Anglers weigh-in their big fish each hour and the largest overall big bass for the tournament wins the grand prize. Rules

Is this an open tournament?

Yes, this open tournament series is designed for amateur anglers only and anyone who has guided for money on the hosting lake of this series within thirty (30) days will not be eligible to compete. Any angler who has fished three (3) or more tournaments in the past twelve (12) months with an entry fee of $1500 or more is ineligible. Rules

Is this a team or individual event?

Anglers may choose to fish as a team or alone but an entry fee is required from each tournament participant. Rules

Can junior anglers compete in the events?

Yes, junior anglers may compete upon the completion of a waiver by a parent or legal guardian. Rules

Is there a membership fee?

No, there is no membership fee and anglers from any local amateur bass club, federation club, trail or series may compete in our events. Rules

Am I required to fish all of the Oakley Big Bass Tour events?

No, you can fish in any number or combination of tournament events. Most of our anglers will only attend the event in their respective region. Rules

Do I have to fish both days of the tournament?

No, we have one day and two day options available. You can select which days to fish on the tournament entry form. Our typical one day entry fee is $100 and two day entry is $150. Rules

Is the grand prize for the tournament guaranteed?

Yes, the grand prize is guaranteed regardless of the number of tournament entries. Rules

How do the hourly payouts work?

Our typical event has seven (7) hourly weigh-ins each day and five (5) places are paid in each hour. Hourly payout percentages are adjusted according to entries. Rules

How many fish can I weigh-in?

You may only weigh-in one (1) fish per hour per angler. Anglers may only have three (3) fish (per angler) in their respective live wells at any time during tournament hours. Rules

Are tournament participants subject to receive polygraph examinations?

Yes, all entrants must sign a polygraph consent form and random exams are provided at every tournament to protect the integrity of our events and the sport of bass fishing. Rules

How do I register for an event?

You can register online, by phone, by fax, by regular mail or in person. Early online entries will be entered to win Oakley prize packs for each event. You may pre-register online at www.oakleybigbass.com or by calling (877) 958-TOUR (8687)