[VIDEO] Why Clacker-Style Buzzbaits Shine for Fall Bass Fishing

In this video, professional angler Wes Logan dives into buzzbait fishing during the fall, explaining his techniques and equipment choices to get bigger bites. Logan goes over his buzzbait setup and provides an in-depth breakdown of why he considers the clacker-style design among the best buzzbaits for bass. With a flat design and thin blade, this buzzbait creates a loud, attention-grabbing clacking sound that triggers aggressive strikes from larger fish.

WHY FALL IS A GREAT TIME FOR BUZZBAIT FISHING

Logan highlights fall as the ideal season for using buzzbaits, specifically when baitfish like shad are abundant near the banks. Fall transition bass are often drawn to areas with wood, rocks, or submerged grass, including hydrilla and milfoil. The buzzbait’s noise and smaller profile make it perfect for attracting bass that mistake it for schooling baitfish. Logan explains how switching to a plastic trailer and removing the skirt gives a sleeker profile that matches the smaller bait common in fall.

ESSENTIAL GEAR FOR A SUCCESSFUL BUZZBAIT FISHING SETUP

Logan breaks down his personal tackle preferences, starting with Sunline Sniper 20 lb. fluorocarbon line, known for its strength and casting ease. His go-to rod is a 7’2” medium, regular-action rod, which has the flexibility needed for quick strikes without pulling the lure away from fish too fast. He pairs this with a reel that has a 7:1 gear ratio, balancing torque and retrieval speed.

WHEN AND WHERE TO USE THE CLACKER-STYLE BUZZBAIT

According to Logan, the clacker-style buzzbait is highly effective in shallow cover and open water alike. Its loud, clacking sound mimics multiple small baitfish, triggering larger bass. Logan shares that larger fish are more likely to strike due to the noise and movement, increasing the odds of catching the biggest fish in the system. He also notes that color and blade choices are important, recommending shad colors in fall.