Commitment problems! Lol

[Wasagabeach]

Hi guys.  I’m hoping for some help here.  I’ve had more pike follow my lure to the boat this year than I have in a long time.  The problem is I usually only get 1 or 2 into the boat for a pic and release.  How do I get these other followers to bite?  It’s usually about 10-12 feet away when I see them.  Thanks

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[Mrbeee]

I change the speed of retrieve to get them to commit
Most times speed up but other times slow right down and they run right into it

[EsoxWanderer]

Hi guys.  I’m hoping for some help here.  I’ve had more pike follow my lure to the boat this year than I have in a long time.  The problem is I usually only get 1 or 2 into the boat for a pic and release.  How do I get these other followers to bite?  It’s usually about 10-12 feet away when I see them.  Thanks

Any particular lure that you are using? I was throwing spinners last time I was out and noticed quite a few followers that were not committing. Put on some polarized shades and figure 8. If you see a fish at boat side, keep figure 8-ing until it strikes or swims off. "Mrbeee" has given some good advice as well.

[Wasagabeach]

Thanks guys I will try different speeds and figure eights. Maybe it’s just not my year. Two days ago I was fishing and watched a pike inhale my spinner. It was fully in his mouth! Only the leader was sticking out his mouth. I tried to set the hook and I pulled it straight out of his mouth lol.    Oh well.  At least I’m out there fishing.

[BillM]

Follow up baits.   Wacky rig a big 10in sluggo and see what happens.