Topwater

Buzzbait

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A gurgling wake fish smash on top.

Technique

Steady wind on surface

Depth

Surface

Water Clarity

Stained

Best Conditions

Dawn, dusk, summer

Spring Summer Fall

About This Lure

A bladed topwater buzzed across the surface to trigger reaction blowups, especially low light.

How To Fish It

Cast the buzzbait past target cover like docks, laydowns, or weed edges and begin your retrieve the moment it touches the water to keep the blade spinning on the surface. If a bass misses the strike, immediately cast back to the exact same spot with a follow-up lure, as they are often still aggressive.

Retrieve Cadence

Maintain a steady, medium-to-fast retrieve rhythm that keeps the lure gurgling loudly on the surface without it diving under.

Best Colors

White— Clear water and sunny skies

Black— Low light, cloudy days, or stained water

Chartreuse/White— When targeting active fish in moderate water clarity

Sizes & When To Use

1/4 ozSlow retrieves in calm water or when targeting pressured fish

3/8 ozStandard all-around utility for most conditions

1/2 ozLong casts in windy conditions or when covering large flats

Commonly Rigged On

Direct tie to main lineTrailers like a soft plastic toad or grub for added buoyancy

Recommended Gear

7'0" to 7'3" Medium-Heavy power, Moderate-Fast action baitcasting rod paired with a 7.1:1 gear ratio reel and 50lb braided line.

Pro Tips

Bend the wire slightly to make the blade strike the head for an erratic squeak that triggers reaction bites.
Always use a trailer hook to catch short-striking bass that miss the main skirt.
Tune the wire frame so the bait runs true and doesn't lean to one side during the retrieve.
Wait until you feel the weight of the fish before setting the hook to ensure a solid connection.

Species This Lure Catches

Largemouth Bass

Micropterus salmoides

The ultimate American freshwater predator, the Largemouth Bass is the king of shallow-water structure and aggressive strikes.

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