The streams are getting active during summer times. The warm water temperature makes the fish more alive. Kuhlia rupestris is the dream species for lure fishing anglers due to its rarity. We can see them in the eastern streams, western streams, and Da Jia river. Being so rare makes it the dream fish for lure fishing in Taiwan. You can barely see the ones over 40cm. They like to hide in the structures, shades near the shore. And because of the mystery, it will be hard to target. The recommended baits are Pencil 65, VIB, Minnow 55S, and Minnow 60F.
As for the lure selection, we can use the Valley Hunter series, spinning, and casting version. The bait we use for Kuhlia rupestris fishing isn't big, so we recommend VHS-642UL, VHS-664UL, VHS-684L, VHC-664L. Valley Hunter has great sensitivity, tough and flexible blank. You can far cast or near you, and can clearly feel the dynamic of the bait moving. While operating the bait, you can feel the special motion of VIB, and feel the pause and vibration of VIB. They can penetrate Kuhlia rupestris mouth after they take the bite. the strong blank is stable and can be controlled in the torrents. You can control the fish and reduce the chances of line breakage and increase the hit rate.
The Valley Hunter rod series is developed for native fish species. With rich experience, the blank has multiple strong blanks and action which fits most of anglers. We can cast the lure to the target with ease. Valley Hunter is very sensitive, and will not be affected by its power. While we are operating, we can clearly feel the vibration of the bait, and can clearly know whether the dynamic of the lure underwater is accurate or not. The Valley Hunter rod series is easily portable. After some 2p and 4p testing, the fishing braid will be smooth through the guides, and still be sensitive. It is a fishing rod for both competing and leisure and can handle both hard bait and soft bait.
Is most suitable for freshwater, saltwater with all water levels. It imitates the fleeing fish. The sinker inside can stabilize the bait after sinking dropping into the water. To avoid fishing line tangling with the lure. It is a bait suitable for all water levels in all seasons.
Valley Hunter travel rod VHS-684L
It is a 4pc travel rod easily to carry around, with good flexibility with a powerful blank. It has a sensitive tip. For Kuhlia rupestris and Spinibarbus hollandi or bass in the streams, rigs for them can be easy to handle. It is suitable for both hard bait and soft bait.