Woolly Buggers and Smaller Trout

[DKStroutfitter]

I like to fish lakes with a sinking line and a woolly bugger. My problem is that when I am in an area that has trout that are 12" or smaller, I miss many more hits than I catch. What do you suggest to help me to get more hookups?
I have tied smaller buggers but the problem still is the same.
What other streamers have a smaller tail than a bugger and work as well on trout?
Any other suggestions will be appreciated. Thanks, Grandpa D.
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