Three things have worked for me. First, I would try different baits around the followers to see if they react any differently. Also spray some scent on your bait that can make a difference. Thirdly, I try deadsticking as a last resort. Sometimes they just won't commit to a moving bait and they want something that is super slow or dead still. Good luck.

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