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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shrimpin' Ain't Easy Fly Scent for?

It is a UV-enhanced fly spray built around a shrimp and crustacean scent profile. Rainbow trout, brown trout, and landlocked salmon respond to it when they are feeding near the bottom or in zones where invertebrate forage is thick. Bryan Roccucci made it specifically for fly presentations.

When does this scent shine?

It shines when fish are feeding on shrimp and other crustaceans. Bryan Roccucci developed it for the Lake Almanor area, where shrimp is a primary forage, but it produces anywhere trout and landlocked salmon are keyed on bottom-dwelling, invertebrate prey.

Why is it made as a light spray?

The formula is lightweight and non-sticky, so it will not weigh down a fly or kill its action the way a heavy gel would. The spray lays a thin, even coat of shrimp scent and UV brightness on the pattern while it keeps breathing and moving naturally.

How often should I reapply?

Apply it before every troll, then reapply after each fish. A hooked fish and time in the water strip scent off the fly, so refreshing it after every hookup keeps the shrimp profile strong and keeps the fly working at full attraction on the next pass.

What fly should I spray it on?

Put it on a trolling fly like the Trigger Bugger, a trout trolling fly sold in a 2-pack. The shrimp and crustacean scent pairs with the fly's marabou action, so when trout or landlocked salmon are grubbing on invertebrates the fly both looks and smells like their forage.