Jimmy D's River Bugs

The Buzzer

$5.5

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Description

Here in the upper Midwest, when the river temps get warm and summer days are long, another proven technique is the use of buzz baits for smallies. Whether it be low light periods of the day or high skies in the middle of the day and you can seek out shade, these buzz baits can entice the biggest of smallies. ~ Steve

Specifications

Category

Buzzbaits

Sink Rate

floating

Target Species

bass

Techniques

topwater, casting

Water Column

surface

Action

surface buzzing

Conditions

low light, open water

Field Notes

Use this buzz bait in warm water when fish are active near the surface, especially during low-light periods or when you can target shade. It is a good choice for covering water quickly and drawing reaction strikes from smallmouth bass in rivers.

Pros

  • Strong surface commotion for reaction bites
  • Effective in low light and shaded areas
  • Good for covering water fast

Cons

  • Less effective when fish are inactive or pressured
  • Can be difficult to fish around heavy cover without snagging

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