One other thing, remembering our gliding brethren, if the HW is strong and you don’t seem to be going anywhere, INCREASE THE NOSEDOWN ATTITUDE TO INCREASE YOUR SPEED. This will increase PENETRATION and, once you are in with a chance again,
Very counterintuitive when at 3 or 400' but this is quite correct. Bit hard to make yourself do it though having been there, make sure the logic bits of your brain are fully engaged!