Check the back of Flat Creek late in the day and the Little River area for schooling white bass. These fish are powerful for their size and provide loads of fun on light to medium weight tackle. Many Lanier guides rely on the Rooster Tail to overcome challenging days on the water. Another classic go-to bait is the plastic grub. It can be fished shallow or deep.
Typical sizes range from two and a half to four inches.
The grub is deadly around bridge pilings. Cast beyond the pilings and reel back slowly as close to the cover as possible. It is also highly effective on rocky points and around docks. Tie on a Shad Rap Other go-to baits have gained popularity from anglers who make their living fishing the pro circuit. One such lure that is still something of a sleeper is the Crappie Crankbait by Norman Lures.