Introduction: Breaking Free for a Rewarding Fishing Adventure
After months of pandemic restrictions (thankfully, we’re down to every-other-day testing now!), I finally got the chance to break free and hit the water. There’s nothing like the thrill of a bike ride to a secret fishing spot, right? I grabbed my gear and headed straight for that old drainage ditch near the city—little did I know, this trip would turn into a non-stop action-packed session with crucian carp and loaches fighting over my scented bait!
Fishing Conditions: Perfect Storm for Feeding Fish
Let me set the scene: Saturday, October 29th. The sky was overcast, a gentle northeast wind (2 mph) kept the water cool, and temperatures hovered between 10°C and 19°C—ideal for a fishing spree! Barometric pressure was 1009 hPa, and my trusty fishing app rated the “fishing index” at 82, with fish activity scoring a whopping 86. High scores like that mean one thing: the water was buzzing with hungry fish ready to bite!
Location Scout: Finding the Hidden Deep Pit
I pedaled furiously, my bike chain clanking with excitement. The usual spots were either bone-dry or shallow, so I wandered until I stumbled upon the dam’s backwater bend. There it was—a deep, 1-meter pit surrounded by rocks! Most areas in the ditch were crystal clear, but this spot? It felt like a natural fish magnet, the kind of hidden gem every angler dreams of.
Bait & Gear: The Secret Weapon Combo
Time to get serious. I used a 4.5m stream rod with a “Seven Star float” line setup (those old-school floats are gold in backwater zones!). For bait, I mixed “Dayu Wang” scented bait (a strong, fish-attracting formula) with “Wuliangyou No. 2″—a classic blend that adds a musky, stimulating aroma. I started with size 1 hooks, then switched to 3# hooks when the big crucians showed up.
The First Catch: A Loach’s Early Welcome
By 8:30 AM, I’d set up and mixed the bait. The float started twitching immediately! I lunged for the rod—first catch: a fat loach, wriggling on the hook. Annoying? Sure, but it was the first welcome! I carefully removed it, dropped it in the fish bucket, and thought, “Well, guess you’re the opening act today!”
Non-Stop Action: Crucian Carp vs. Loaches
Then the chaos began! Every cast, the float went nuts—small crucian carp, wheat fish, and loaches were all fighting over my hook. Double catches? Yes! They’d come up tangled, fighting for the bait. I’d hook a crucian, then a loach, then both at once! It was like a fish party down there.
I caught around 28-29 fish total, but around 10:10 AM, a fellow angler showed up. He saw my hot spot and moved right in, casting directly into my “nest.” His line tangled with mine, killing the action. I gave up after 2 hours—no hard feelings, but it was clear: his luck was different. My spot, my bait, my success.
Why It Worked: Location + Bait = Magic
After packing up, I realized: the location was key—the backwater bend with depth and rocks. But the bait was the real star! The “Dayu Wang” scent (strong, penetrating) mixed with “Wuliangyou No. 2” (musky, stimulating) made the fish go crazy. The Seven Star floats? They’re perfect for backflow areas—even tiny nibbles made them jump, so I never missed a strike.
The other angler’s failure proved it: same spot, same conditions, but his bait didn’t hit the mark. My secret was simple: strong scent + precise float setup. It turned a quiet drainage ditch into a fish frenzy!
Final Takeaways: A Winning Day of Discovery
What a day! From loaches to crucians, that little ditch was full of surprises. Even with the other angler’s intrusion, it was worth it. My tips? Always scout for deep backwater bends with rocks, and never underestimate a strong scented bait combo. If you’re into stream fishing, look for these spots—they’re gold!
Next time, I’ll bring a longer rod for bigger crucians. Until then, this spot stays my secret. Who knows what double catches await next time? Happy fishing, everyone!
