In this video, I break down what I changed when fish were clearly interested but refused to bite — and how small adjustments in bait size and retrieve speed made an immediate difference.
I started experimenting with swimbait size using the Reaction Innovations Skinny Dipper and Little Dipper, and the results were eye-opening once the fish finally started committing.
This is a real, on-the-water problem every angler runs into, and I walk through my thought process step-by-step as I adapt instead of guessing.
🎣 What you’ll see in this video:
Bass following but not committing
Why downsizing a swimbait can trigger bites
How retrieve speed changes fish behavior
Real-time adjustments and results on the water
Baits Used:
Reaction Innovations Skinny Dipper
Reaction Innovations Little Dipper
No shortcuts. No hype. Just honest decision-making when the bite gets frustrating.
If you’ve ever watched fish track your bait but refuse to eat, this one’s for you.
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Another great video. The weather leaks pretty good before the crap storm coming… be safe! Wife and i are in wv at a cabin… waiting for the 12 inches of snow lol.
Your adjustment while fishing definitely make a difference when trying to catch fish. What is the major difference between the rods? Is it just the line? The weight capability of the rod?