I think running in a boat would be cool if everyone had one at their disposal.Like if we copuld get a couple of release boats and have everyone get un on it.The reason I don't run( I've only done it once)is the fish.I don't want to jepordize the fish I catch.I have seen touneys where the people who ran had dead fish.My 1st concern is for the welfare of the fish and yes they would have a better chance if done in a boat.I also don't want want to get cited by the dfg.If we all had access to a boat then we wouldn't be float tube/kickboat clubs.i have no desire to fish a bunch of boat tourneys and I do the float tube tourneys because it is a great way to learn from some realy good sticks who fish in a relaxed atmoshere.And it's fun as hell!
If the rules or laws say you can't do it then that is fine with me.I think John has done the no running thing for bnt is because it is against the law and if hassled by the dfg could do alot of damage to our clubs and also to a persons reputation if they are persuing a career as a pro.John is and has been doing alot to get our kind of clubs and touneys some ligitamcy and to make our sport grow.I will continue my support to give John my support.We need to remember that we have to do everything we can to ensure the survuval of our catch.
Swampy