Worm and maggot
AI analysis
High confidence
7/10
Consistently reliable bait with moderate effectiveness and no standout advantages; stable in autumn conditions with cool temperatures
Total 142 reports (61 solo averaging 3.8/5, 81 combo averaging 4/5); new batch of 4 October reports shows average 3.75/5 (3 solo, 1 combo) and supports conclusion of stable but moderate effectiveness. October data expands seasonal coverage and confirms reliability in cooler conditions; however, 81 combo reports featuring competing hook baits (maggot alone, as in report #4) prevents clear attribution of combined bait synergy
Best conditions
October, cool weather (6–20°C), mostly clear or partly cloudy skies without precipitation and winds 7–19 km/h; success evenly split between morning and night fishing, though recent reports show no clear preference under these conditions
Best target fish
Universal bait for bream, roach, catfish, and tench; October reports revealed no new target specializations
- Stable performance in October with cool weather (6–20°C) and no rain; effective for saturated swims with bream and roach
- Morning and evening sessions offer best chances; nights show variable results (report #3 with changeable activity)
- Pairing with specialized groundbaits (Flagman PRO for bream, Real Fish for roach) may boost results, though direct synergy has not been proven
Solo sample of 61 reports insufficient to reliably separate worm and maggot roles individually; most reports don't specify which component was decisive. 81 of 142 reports are combos competing with other hook baits, including solo maggot in report #4, preventing clear attribution to the combined bait. Spring and winter coverage remains weak; October data now more representative, but seasonal base still limited. Three solo reports from this batch is a small sample for confirming October trends
