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Offline jay.sharkbait

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Buzz bombs in the modern era.
« on: July 02, 2021, 08:29:14 PM »
I used to use Buzz bombs years ago and put them aside when the rules changed regarding treble hooks.

I’d like to re-visit them and was wondering what people were using for hooks and whether it’s worth it?

I mostly use a 21/2 buzz bomb for pinks etc.

Im in area 13.

Thx
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Re: Buzz bombs in the modern era.
« Reply #1 on: July 02, 2021, 08:40:27 PM »
open eye siwash, probably a 1/0 for a buzz bomb that size.  I don't use buzz bombs any more instead Pt Wilson darts, but I doubt it makes much difference.  Same concept.
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Re: Buzz bombs in the modern era.
« Reply #2 on: July 02, 2021, 08:43:16 PM »
Use two octopus style hooks tied close together and opposing, like a side drifting or mooching leader setup only closer together, l2 1/0 for a 2.5 inch.
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Re: Buzz bombs in the modern era.
« Reply #3 on: July 02, 2021, 09:24:49 PM »
We still use buzz bombs. 

Just tie on a 1/0 hook.
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Re: Buzz bombs in the modern era.
« Reply #4 on: July 02, 2021, 10:18:29 PM »
They used to sell single octopus hooks made for them, with a 90 degree bend on the eye so the point wouldn’t hang off to the side.  Not sure if they still make them.
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Re: Buzz bombs in the modern era.
« Reply #5 on: July 03, 2021, 06:06:58 AM »
Thanks everyone.

I never would of thought to tie two opposing hooks.
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Re: Buzz bombs in the modern era.
« Reply #6 on: July 03, 2021, 07:04:47 AM »
i looked up their website, while it looks like they no longer make the special hooks, they make a special bumper that looks like it's made to use with any octopus style hook:

https://www.buzzbombtackle.com/product/single-bumpers/
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Re: Buzz bombs in the modern era.
« Reply #7 on: July 03, 2021, 07:21:01 AM »
Quote from: BigGoonTuna on July 03, 2021, 07:04:47 AM
i looked up their website, while it looks like they no longer make the special hooks, they make a special bumper that looks like it's made to use with any octopus style hook:

https://www.buzzbombtackle.com/product/single-bumpers/

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Re: Buzz bombs in the modern era.
« Reply #8 on: July 03, 2021, 06:09:47 PM »
Use some sort of bumper for sure. The buzz bomb will definitely weaken and/or break your knots without the bumper.
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Re: Buzz bombs in the modern era.
« Reply #9 on: July 03, 2021, 06:37:43 PM »
Those little salmon egg looking beads work great for bumpers
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Re: Buzz bombs in the modern era.
« Reply #10 on: July 03, 2021, 09:57:59 PM »
Just snip the other two off  8)
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Re: Buzz bombs in the modern era.
« Reply #11 on: July 04, 2021, 11:02:07 AM »
Not sure those things work anymore. Fish dont seem to bite them, rather slap them with their tails or other fins.
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Re: Buzz bombs in the modern era.
« Reply #12 on: July 04, 2021, 01:26:16 PM »
Quote from: metlhead on July 04, 2021, 11:02:07 AM
Not sure those things work anymore. Fish dont seem to bite them, rather slap them with their tails or other fins.

I can’t believe that the fish have changed that much.

BTW a point Defiance Spoon from the early 80’s works just as well as a coho killer.
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Re: Buzz bombs in the modern era.
« Reply #13 on: July 04, 2021, 01:35:27 PM »
Take a look at the rotator brand....

Last humpy season they outfished the traditional buzz bombs.
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Re: Buzz bombs in the modern era.
« Reply #14 on: July 04, 2021, 01:35:57 PM »
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