Your right !! It's not always about the money, but that does play a factor in what series I fish.. I'll I have to say is that, 1st- I have never fished a top bass event.... 2nd- I would never fish a top bass event with the knowledge of how much money Ted is putting in his pocket !! I speak for my self here , but I'm sure some will agree... I/we, spend lots of money to fish and when we win an event or at least place , it would be nice to get back a good chunk of cash !! Winning or placing in an event for 55% payback is sick !!! Thats just how I feel about it.