Buzz Sticks

[riverbasher]

I've heard of this new product but haven't been able to find any info on it. Can anyone tell me where to find something? Photos, etc. Thanks

[Guest]

There is a picture and description in one of the current In-Fisherman magazines. Check the link about new products in this forum as well. There are a few brief explainations about it as well.

Good Fishin,
Matt

[JP Z]

riverbasher,

What would you like to know? The cost of the Rod only is $29.99 And the cost of the Buzz Combo is $39.99 I know Reed's in Walker has a handful, as we sent some up during his fishing expo he just had a few weeks ago. He may not have any left of those. But shipping will begin soon to dealers. Just let me know of any other questions.

Tight Lines,

JP Z

[riverbasher]

I was actually just looking for a pic or two to see what they look like. Curiousity is killin me

[JP Z]

As far as a picture hmmmm.

Tight Lines,

JPZ

[note from Rick: JP, send me the info and I can get it up or show you how...sound fair?]

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[JP Z]

Buzz Stix are the most revolutionary ice rods ever developed! They
quiver the tiniest ice flies and jigs. They shimmer larger jigging
spoons and ice lures. This delicate (but deadly) quivering action
simulates the movement of larvae and injured baitfish. It’s a rare and
effective micro-action that’s impossible to duplicate by hand! Buzz Stix
originated in Aqua-Vu inventor Jeff Zernov’s ice fishing house. With his
Aqua-Vu underwater camera, Jeff saw crappies gorging themselves on
quivering larvae emerging from a soft bottom. These fish were feeding
aggressively, but they refused to touch a tiny ice fly. It simply lacked
the right action! The key to Buzz Stix's awesome action is its
patent-pending, cam-driven, blank-mounted motor and free-floating handle
design. To activate, simply depress a waterproof button on the handle.
Designed to tackle everything from panfish and perch to walleyes and
pike, Buzz Stix come in seven different length/action combinations. They
’re crafted from solid graphite, making them extremely light, sensitive,
and durable. And their oversized, lightweight guides minimize line
freeze-up. Buzz Comboz team the rod with a three-ball-bearing instant
anti-reverse reel with an aluminum spool.

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[mjhowe]

what link???? where??????

I'LL BE WANTING A COUPLE OF THESE, ME THINKS!!!

I doubt I will find one here in MT, can they be purchased thru FM? (I love to support THIS site, whenever possible)

Times awasting!!

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Mike
Kalispell, MT
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"LOOK ALIVE, MAGGOT!"
(Not you Pal, I was talking to my bait)

[JP Z]

These should be available in stores by October.

For the action issues, surprisingly it isn't that much of a deadweight issue. There is a difference if you are "Buzzing" your bait because you won't be able to detect your strikes as readily because there is a lot of movement going on, that is why having either a flasher or camera really helps because you can see the bite. But it just takes a little getting used to. Because if you just pulse the bait you will still be able to have a good sense of feel.

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Tight Lines,

JP Z

[fiskyknut]

That has to be one of the silliest fishing gizmo's I have ever seen! I'm sure they will catch fishermen and plain fly off sporting goods stores shelves though.

What will they think of next?

Fisky

[Guest]

Next thing is a vibrating rod holder that you can activate with a remote. LOL
Ya i don't know if I'm sold on the Buzz stick yet but I'll find out when its on the shelves. Its a neat money maker tho!

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Fish ON!

[marine_man]

jpz,

How does the sensitivity of the buzz stick compare to a standard ice fishing rod (ie - does the connection between the motor and rod decrease the sensitivity)?

It sounds like a great product... I can hardly wait to get my hands on one...

Thanks!

marine_man

[mjhowe]

>>>These should be available in stores by October. <<<

So, In stores in MONTANA??

The question was, will they be available to purchase thru this web site, Fishing Minnesota? I like to buy stuff here when I can, because this site is responsible for just about everything I know about ice fishing and has supplied me with much quality stuff at a reasonable price. So, the question remains........

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Mike
Kalispell, MT
<<><<
"LOOK ALIVE, MAGGOT!"
(Not you Pal, I was talking to my bait)

[JP Z]

Sadly these aren't going to be available through this site. So you can guess the "stores" that these will be available in. And yes, you should be able to get them in Montana.

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Tight Lines,

JP Z

[Rick]

JPZ,
if your company would like to work with us at Fishing Minnesota, we'd be happy to help you out.

[riverbasher]

Thanks for photos Rick and jpz. I wish I could be back from Iraq in time to use them this winter, but I don't know when I'm going home exactly yet. We are starting to hear though that we may be back in the early part of February so I might catch real late walleye season and of course some spring perchin....and of course EELPOUT!! hehe. If anyone is interested I have a thread in the Mississippi River North forum that I will keep updated with new info as I get it. Have a fun season and I hope to back home soon

SGT Jeremy Hinton

[mljohnson]

The best thing about these might be that if my wife goes fishing with me, and she gets bored, and I am not ready to leave the lake, this might keep her occupied. On the other hand, if I show it to her, I might never get it back.