If you are looking for new blood, consider two tiers based on size of boat. Can't picture four people in an 18' lund in 3-5' waves trying to run eight rods. Tier #1 for boats 25' or larger. Higher entry fee, bigger payout. Eight rods. Tier #2 for boats smaller than 25'. Lower entry fee, smaller payout and six rods. If someone wants to run their 18' boat with the big boys....let them. Nice to have a choice.