Plastic Ducklings That Fool Fish Better Than You Fool Your Mother-in-Law
In Texas, a fisherman named Goya Lin has revolutionized sport fishing with an idea as ridiculous as it is brilliant: 3D-printed ducklings that attract more fish than the best traditional bait. What started as a pandemic hobby turned into an obsession that combines technology, patience, and a touch of creative madness.
From the 3D Printer to the Fish's Stomach
Lin discovered that printing lures was more economical than buying them, though no less complicated. After more than 500 failed attempts (which any normal person would call "epic failures"), he managed to create ducklings that:
- Swim like professionals thanks to movable legs
- Make noise with internal metal balls
- Fool fish better than a scammer on Wall Street
Nature is the true inventor, we just copy... and then add plastic and technology
The Evolution of the World's Most Ridiculous Lure
The initial prototypes had a small problem: they floated like bricks. Lin documented each failure on his YouTube channel, turning the process into a mix of tutorial and unintentional comedy. The solution came by adjusting the buoyancy and adding that magical touch that makes fish think "That duckling looks delicious!".
Technology That Makes Nature Blush
The funniest thing is that the idea isn't completely original. Duck-shaped lures have existed since 2016, but Lin gave them a technological twist:
- Customizable 3D design
- Ability to print in multiple colors
- Much lower cost than commercial lures
So now you know: the next time you see a duckling in the water, it might be a 3D-printed lure waiting to fool some unsuspecting fish. Because in the world of fishing, like on Tinder, sometimes the best profile is a well-told lie 🦆.