I think most people feel that $10000 is great for first, but if you don't win...even at second it costs you to fish, between...entry, gas truck and boat, hotels for 3 to 5+ days depending on prefish and meals etc..
Plus many are taking the wait and see approach as many have been "turned off' for various reasons"
But lets not HiJack this thread!
Kudos to Nick on some good fishing and a nice pay cheque!