Lake Hodges has been great the past few years despite the rumors. The Crankbait and spinnerbait bite has been good first thing in the morning. Concentrate on rocky ...more shorelines with any visible bait. Key patterns are up tight and parallel to the bank. I personally like the Jackall Bling Crankbait in shad type color. The mid day bite has also been decent by putting out big quality Bass. The Technique of choice during this time is flipping. Make sure to have heavy line preferably braid. I like Power Pro Green 65lb test.