Start with Marabou Damsel (8-12) — on the point. Rainbows respond to more active retrieves — try short strips between pauses. If that does not produce, switch depth or speed before changing the pattern entirely.

If the daddy is being refused, drop to a hopper or a single foam beetle and cover rising fish individually.

Keep an eye on changing conditions — wind shifts and cloud breaks can trigger short feeding spells.

In wind, bank fish the lee shore — boats can anchor in productive areas if conditions allow.