The Best of the West. One Championship.
The inaugural BAM Classic Championship represents a major milestone for professional bass fishing in the West.
With 150% payback, national television exposure, and a fully tournament-rigged Mercury-powered Vexus VXS20 awarded to the champion, the inaugural BAM Classic is shaping up to be an unforgettable event!
Qualified anglers: Final Fee Due November 3, 2026
Fleming Meadows Recreation Area
- 1st Place$100k + Tournament-Rigged Vexus VXS20
- 2nd Place$25,000 Cash
- Top 20 Anglers Paid! 150% Total Payback!
BAM Classic Sponsors
Championship Payout
- 1st Place$100k + Tournament-Rigged Vexus VXS20Powered by Mercury Marine and PowerPole
- 2nd Place$25,000 Cash
- Top 20 Anglers Paid!
- 20th Place$5,000 CashDouble your entry fee and 1 in 3 payback
- 150% Total Payback!
Daily Cash Awards
Friday & Saturday Big Bass
Over $1,500 in Big Bass payouts!
Friday & Saturday Big Stringer
$1,250 Big Stringer payouts!
Even More Ways to Win!
In addition to the championship payouts, BAM Classic anglers will have opportunities to earn thousands of dollars in sponsor contingency awards and special bonuses!
Sponsor Contingency Awards
- Bass Boat Technologies:$500 cash bonus
- Tackle Warehouse:$250 and $500 bonuses
- Toyota Bonus Bucks:$2,000 and $1,000 cash bonuses
- Bridgford Foods:$500 cash bonus
- Black Bear Diner:$100 bonus
- Vexus Rev Rewards:Up to $10,000
- Power-Pole Captain's Cash
- All Eligible Boat Manufacturer Contingency Programs Apply!
Sponsor contingency awards are subject to individual program eligibility requirements.
Two Lucky Anglers Will Each Win $995!
BAM Tournament Trail will randomly select two lucky qualified anglers, each receiving a 2027 Free Pro-Am entry at the Champions Dinner!
That's an additional $2,000 in cash giveaways, courtesy of BAM Tournament Trail!
Don't Forget! Bring your Bridgford Foods and Tackle Warehouse receipts to tournament check-in to ensure you're eligible for applicable bonus opportunities. And while you're in town, be sure to stop by Black Bear Diner for a great meal!
Championship Format
The BAM Classic will feature three days of competitive bass fishing, culminating in an exciting Championship Sunday showdown.
- Three-Day Cumulative Weight: Total weight carries forward throughout the championship.
- Championship Sunday: The field will be cut to the Top 10 anglers for the final day.
- Landing Nets Allowed: Anglers may use landing nets during competition.
- Minimum Fish Length: 13 inches.
- Official Launch: Fleming Meadows Recreation Area, Lake Don Pedro.
- Televised Championship: The event will be professionally filmed for television, providing national exposure for competing anglers and their sponsors.
Champions Dinner
Before the competition begins, BAM Tournament Trail and Chicken Ranch Casino Resort will host an exclusive Champions Dinner.
This special evening will bring together our championship qualifiers to celebrate their accomplishments, recognize the season's top performers, and kick off the inaugural BAM Classic in style.
Dinner Highlights
- Special Drawings: Two lucky anglers will each receive a FREE Pro-Am Entry!
- 2027 BAM Super 60 Pro Tour Qualifiers: Official announcement, recognition, and trophy presentations.
- 2026 Angler of the Year Awards: Recognition and trophy presentations for the Angler of the Year champions from each BAM Tournament Trail division.
- Championship Recognition: Celebrating the anglers who have earned their place in the inaugural BAM Classic.
Championship Entry Fee: $2,500. Pay online with a credit card or, to avoid the credit card fees, Zelle mark@bassmag.com or mail a check to BAM Trail, 1285 Stratford Ave G299, Dixon, CA 95620.
2027 Season Membership
Registration for the 2027 Bass Angler Magazine Tournament Trail will open Monday October 5th!
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2027 season
Proam series
Shasta
Jan 22nd-24th
- West Stop #1
- Entry : PRO $995 / CO $495
- Due Date : January 11, 2027
- Late fee Starts : January 12, 2027
- LATE FEES : $50 / $25
- Registration Closes : January 18, 2027
- OFF LIMITS : January 18 & January 20, 2027
- Practice : January 20 & 21, 2027
- LAUNCH SITE: Bridge Bay Marina
Clear Lake
March 19th - March 21st
- West Stop #2
- Entry : PRO $995 / CO $495
- Due Date : March 8, 2027
- Late fee Starts : March 9, 2027
- LATE FEES : $50 / $25
- Registration Closes : March 15, 2027
- OFF LIMITS : March 15 & March 17, 2027
- Practice : March 17 & 18, 2027
- LAUNCH SITE: Library Park
Cal Delta
Sept 17th – Sept 19th
- West Stop #3
- Entry : PRO $995 / CO $495
- Due Date : September 6, 2027
- Late fee Starts : September 7, 2027
- LATE FEES : $50 / $25
- Registration Closes : September 13, 2027
- OFF LIMITS : September 13 & Sept 14, 2027
- Practice : September 15 & 16, 2027
- LAUNCH SITE: Big Break Marina
Brownlee Resevoir
June 18th– June 20th
- NW Stop #1
- Entry : PRO $995 / CO $495
- Due Date : June 7, 2027
- Late fee Starts : June 8, 2027
- LATE FEES : $50 / $25
- Registration Closes : June 14, 2027
- OFF LIMITS : June 14 & June 15, 2027
- Practice : June 16 & 17, 2027
- LAUNCH SITE: Farwell Bend State Park
Boardman
July 23rd - July 25th
- NW Stop #2
- Entry : PRO $995 / CO $495
- Due Date : July 12, 2027
- Late fee Starts : July 13, 2027
- LATE FEES : $50 / $25
- Registration Closes : July 19, 2027
- OFF LIMITS : July 19 & July 20, 2027
- Practice : July 21 & 22, 2027
- LAUNCH SITE: Boardman
Tri Cities
August 6th – August 8th
- NW Stop #3
- Entry : PRO $995 / CO $495
- Due Date : July 26, 2027
- Late fee Starts : July 27, 2027
- LATE FEES : $50 / $25
- Registration Closes : August 2, 2027
- OFF LIMITS : August 2 & August 3, 2027
- Practice : August 4 & 5, 2027
- LAUNCH SITE: Columbia Point
BAM Classic - MCLURE
Novermber 5th - 7th
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Why Fish BAM Trail Tournaments?
Professionally run events, transparent payouts, live weigh in coverage, higher media reach than any western bass circuit, we highlight you and your accomplishments. Veteran and angler owned company.
LOW ENTRY WITH THE HIGHEST PAYBACK
Over 80% payback at all our events for both pro and co.
“250k” CLASSIC CHAMPIONSHIP
Top 10 Anglers in points from each division, 4 from the Travelers region plus 5 event winners* (win and you’re in) will qualify for the BAM Classic Championship.
BIG FISH PRIZE INCLUDED
Both Pro’s and Co’s compete for a daily Big Fish prize
ANGLER OF THE YEAR
Angler of the year receives credit for towards next year’s entry fees.
BEST LAKES AT THE BEST TIMES
You’ll compete at the optimal time for each lake where the field is set up for a fun and exciting time.
THE BIG STAGE
Weigh in on a custom wrapped professional stage with a dedicate emcee and staff. We feature live footage, custom live release boat, check in boat, camera boat and camera crew.
UNMATCHED MEDIA REACH
BAM’s extensive media coverage highlights you, sponsors, and the organization. Friends and family will easily be able to find coverage and media for the event. Coverage in print, online, press releases, social, videos and more.
PRO TOUR QUALIFIED
Top 5 pros in Pro-Am AOY points from each region qualify for the Bass Angler Magazine Super 60 Pro Tour, the highest qualified level of professional bass fishing in our region.