Came across this video. The cost of becoming a pro fishermen. Good watch and will put perspective on the thought of going pro and what it takes to get there just in money alone.

 

Cool videos, thanks for sharing!!

That's $75k to $120k per year just expense.

That's not the truck, the boat, trailer or electronics.

I look at it this way I enjoy fishing. If there was money involved and pressure to win the enjoyment and fun would be over it turns into a job then.

Now I can't factor in the time away from home from the family. I worked 6-7 days a week all my life and still missed my family. A pro fisherman is not there at all.

I don't think it an easy life even if your family was with you.

The bottom line is what you win the expenses and taxes come out of that too.

Winning means the public buys your sponcers products. That in turn supports you somewhat. You don't win or place near top ten.

I chose a 8-4 job and let the company have the business worries.

Elite series as it is right now runs 70-80k a year for entry fees and expenses. That number can vary depending on how you travel, eat, and sleep.

 

Ever wonder why you see some guys sleeping in their trucks towards the end of a season where things haven't gone too well? It's not all glitz and glam like some think.

It depends on how bad you want it. Some people enjoy spending that money and are rewarded more than monetarily for the BASS wins. I don't see many of the pros dropping out because of the cost. Some may have other jobs, some may invest money elsewhere so that they can have a cushion in the bank, others have a different situation. Fact is to each his own. Yes the sport may be expensive but if you can make more than you owe then you are ahead. If it isn't enough to compensate for the "job" of being a pro, then that line is drawn from person to person. If I'm good, have the money, have the gear, and a family that supports me, then I'm in. Just my .02.

Joe

Once a hobby becomes a business, it usually ends up being WORK!

Lol..i complain about how much i spend on fishing local club tournys.