Lets talk buzz baits

[farmpond1]

I have a bunch of spinnerbaits but none that have that lovely brassy metallic squeal I grew so fond of in one of the baits I lost. Unfortunately, I can't remember what brand/model it was. (Don't know if the bass really like it better but in my minds-eye, it seemed to). Anyway, does anyone know of a buzzbait that makes a really nice brassy squealing sound?

You can tie one to ur truck antenna let it blow in the wind a few days it gets um squeaky

You know you're a redneck if...   ;D

I'll have to try it!  Thanks for the suggestion.

[Wayne P.]

I prefer some custom models that are difficult for the bass to throw--

[tyrius.]

Here is what I FINALLY settled on for spinnerbaits and buzzbaits:

FTO Wallets.

I'm alright with regular buzzbaits and spinnerbaits.  I just use the BPS spinnerbait binders like this.

These buzzbaits

are the ones that I don't want to mess with carrying around.

[J Francho]

Those are what I was talking about.  They fit better in the FTO, though you can't carry as many.

[Maxximus Redneckus]

I prefer some custom models that are difficult for the bass to throw--

im gonna try this .what about using swivels?? hmmmmm

[zbigbadaaron]

Booyah buzzbaits.

[tyrius.]

Those are what I was talking about. They fit better in the FTO, though you can't carry as many.

Nice.  I just assumed that they wouldn't fit.

Hmm, now I need to go buy at least one of those binders and then some of the dual bladed buzz baits.

[bassin is addicting]

Cavitron.  they have a longer shank for better hook-up and have a distinctive squeaking (not sure if the squeaking helps or not) bit i like it.    and i've had more luck with them than any others.

[CWB]

I prefer the double bladed style and believe it or not BPS 4X4 is a great bait. Strike Kings Double Take and Booyahs Bi-You are also good. Best ever were Roland Martins Double Buzzer by Blue Fox. I still have about 10 of them left, Cavitrons are O.K., but the claim of slowest would have to go to a double blade bait by far IMHO.

I've been interested in these for some time now. The major problem that I have with them is figuring out how to store them! I use a spinnerbait binder to hold my buzzbaits and spinnerbaits and they won't fit in there. I fish from shore so tackle that is easy to pack up and carry is critical.

Are these really worth the hassle of finding out how to carry them around?

I have a Plano box that I store my Spinnerbaits and Buzzbaits in.

http://www.planomolding.com/tackle/products.asp

It has 6 rows of grooved hangers. For the double bladed baits, I just notch the grooves deeper with an Xacto knife and they hang fine.

Might be alot to lug around from shore though. If you can figure out a way, I think you won't be disappointed.

[adclem]

I use Cavitrons and have never had any issues with them. I also like the War Eagles and Booyahs.

Later,

[MSPbass]

Vision Lures Honeybuzz!!!

[Bobby Uhrig]

Burley, I have no idea what you are talking about here. They run sub-surface-had to be retrieved fast to get a wake yet a buzz. Talk to me -Thats a first i have heard of this.

[tyrius.]

I have a Plano box that I store my Spinnerbaits and Buzzbaits in.

http://www.planomolding.com/tackle/products.asp

I have one of those.  It now stores my spare spinnerbaits and buzzbaits as it takes up too much space in my tackle bag.

I may have to try the FTO folder.

[flechero]

Burley, I have no idea what you are talking about here. They run sub-surface-had to be retrieved fast to get a wake yet a buzz. Talk to me -Thats a first i have heard of this.

Don't worry, Bobby... knowing burley, he probably accidentally had them on the rod with his 5.1 cranking reel and couldn't figure out why he had to reel so fast. ;D

If that's not it, he's probably just looking to stir the pot... I can call him a drama queen, he has no incriminating pictures of me.

eta:  Bobby- speaking of fast moving buzzbaits, do you have my 1/2 oz prototypes ready for testing yet?   :

[burleytog]

Burley, I have no idea what you are talking about here. They run sub-surface-had to be retrieved fast to get a wake yet a buzz. Talk to me -Thats a first i have heard of this.

Not surprising since praise and hype is encouraged and any criticism is akin to killing babies.

Slowest buzzbait on the market? I tried running them slow, I tried running them slower. Unless I burned the bait faster than I've ever had to reel another buzz, it would never come to the surface. And then, more often than not, when it would finally surface, it would start to roll over.

Don't worry about it, I wasted a bit of money and tried the baits. I gave most of them away, got ticked and threw a couple in the lake.

[burleytog]

If that's not it, he's probably just looking to stir the pot... I can call him a drama queen, he has no incriminating pictures of me.

If you're so inclined, you can go back and find my numerous posts concerning the Cavitron.  

[flechero]

If you're so inclined, you can go back and find my numerous posts concerning the Cavitron.

I guess I didn't remember seeing your posts on them...  no bait is right for everyone.  (I'm still a lunker lure guy... at least until a 1/2 oz cavitron comes out to try)  

[Bobby Uhrig]

Send them back for a full refund-Thats no big deal- as for them not surfacing - I dont know -I have never had an issue and believe me I can take criticism Like I said my response-send them back for a full refund. If anyone else has had this problem or any problem -send them back-Thats how I do business.

[Catt]

It constantly amazes me how y'all talk name brands when it comes to buzz baits and yet y'all never address the real issue which is blade configuration and head design. Using the same blade configuration and head design in every situation will vastly limit your success with buzz baits.

Longer shafts under certain conditions means missed fish every time

Shorter shafts under certain conditions means missed fish every time

Squealer under certain conditions means missed fish every time

Clacker under certain conditions means missed fish every time

Small blade under certain conditions means missed fish every time

Large blade under certain conditions means missed fish every time

No single combination works under all conditions; we discuss this with every lure mentioned except buzz baits.

Y'all really need to learn about buzz baits

[hjerk24]

Tie on, throw, sploosh!

End of story.

I am at the lower end to have so many different levels of Buzzers.  Walmart out of the box (Strike Kings) have never let me down.  Add on a d trailer hook, and wham...killer lure!!!

(oh no...trailer hook debate coming I presume.....???)

[flechero]

(oh no...trailer hook debate coming I presume.....???)

Probably not, it's been hashed over a few times.  Some of us don't use 'em and some do...  

[Bobby Uhrig]

Just learn to adapt to the fishing conditions thats all. Do blame the messenger and dont shoot the piano player. If you like a product buy it if not -like Howard Stern says -change the station.

[EastTexasBassin]

I have several different kinds of buzzbaits that I've never caught a fish on, and then I have a few cavitrons.  They are the only ones I've caught fish with. Coincidence? Maybe.  But I'll just stick to the cavitrons.

[Catt]

I have several different kinds of buzzbaits that I've never caught a fish on, and then I have a few cavitrons. They are the only ones I've caught fish with. Coincidence? Maybe. But I'll just stick to the cavitrons.

I have several different kinds of buzz baits that all catch and none of them are Cavitrons

Coincidence?  Maybe not!  

[Bobby Uhrig]

God help us on this one- What was the last words out of Brando's mouth in Apocalypse Now- "THE HORROR ,THE HORROR" Just end it-