Pro-Cure Super Gel bottles on rows of fresh baitfish

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EVERY QUESTION WE'VE EVER HEARD.

What it is, how to use it, why it works, where to buy it, and how to fix a slow bite when it isn't.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED, HONESTLY ANSWERED.

Forty years of bait-cure customers means we've heard every question twice. Here are the ones that come up most.

ABOUT THE PRODUCTS

What makes Pro-Cure different from other scent brands?

Real, whole, fresh bait. We're the only major scent company that grinds up actual baitfish, krill, anchovy, shrimp, herring, tuna — the real thing — and then supercharges it with amino acids and bite stimulants. Most competitors formulate their scents chemically in a lab. That's the difference between a scent and a Pro-Cure.

What's the deal with the UV-enhanced stuff?

Every Pro-Cure scent is UV-enhanced. UV light penetrates stained water, deep water, and tide-stirred bays where regular color visibility drops off. Fish can see the UV signature long before they can see the bait, which means they find your hook faster. It's free range without doing anything extra — the UV is already in the bottle.

How long does Super Gel stay on the bait?

About 30 minutes of active scent trail per application. The sticky base holds on through hard casts, deep trolls, and dirty water. When the bite slows down, re-apply — cheaper than changing baits and usually all it takes.

Brine N Bite vs. plain rock salt — what's the actual difference?

Old timers use rock salt and get a tough bait, period. Brine N Bite toughens the bait the same way then loads it with amino acids that magnify smell and flavor, tightens the scales, and keeps it fresh days longer in the cooler. Same effort, way more fish.

HOW TO USE IT

I'm new to scent. Which 5 should I start with?

Denis Isbister’s starting lineup is the right answer:

  1. Night Crawler Super Gel — universal freshwater starter.
  2. Crawfish Super Gel — every freshwater fish eats crawfish.
  3. Garlic Plus Super Gel — especially strong for trout.
  4. Garlic Bloody Tuna Super Gel — amino-acid bite trigger.
  5. Anise Bloody Tuna Super Gel — cold water + salmon producer.

Watch the homepage video for Denis walking through each.

Do I really need to refrigerate brined bait?

For the 30 to 90 minute brining process, room temp under 75°F is fine. Anything longer than 2 hours, move it to the fridge. Once brined, refrigerate — do not refreeze. Use within 4 days for best scent retention, or 7 if you wrap it tight with paper towel on a freezer pack.

Can I use the same brine twice?

No. The blood and protein released into the brine breeds bacteria within hours. Mix a fresh batch every time.

Is Pro-Cure safe for soft plastics?

Yes — Pro-Cure Super Gel is specifically formulated to work on soft plastics, hard baits, eggs, brined cut bait, and natural offerings. The Bad Azz Hand & Lure Soap clears the residue from your hands so other plastics in the kit don't pick it up unintentionally.

ORDERS + SHIPPING

Where do you ship to?

All 50 US states. International orders are handled on a case-by-case basis — some scents and cures are subject to customs restrictions. Send us a note if you're outside the US and we'll figure it out.

How fast do orders ship?

Orders placed by 2pm Pacific weekdays ship the same day. Standard ground arrives in 3 to 5 business days depending on your state. Need it faster? Pick an expedited shipping option at checkout.

What's your return policy?

If a product arrives damaged or the wrong item ships, we make it right — full refund or replacement, your call. For change-of-mind returns we accept unopened product within 30 days. Full policy here.

DEALERS + WHOLESALE

I run a tackle shop — how do I become a dealer?

Head to our dealer sign-up form. We carry minimum orders, wholesale pricing, and bundle programs for established shops. Most applications are approved within two business days.

I'm a guide / pro angler — do you do pro staff?

We work with a small group of named pros and run a rotating Pro Picks roster. Send us a note via the contact form with your background, social handles, and what species you focus on. We read every one.

Where can I buy Pro-Cure in person?

Bass Pro Shops, Cabela's, Walmart, Scheels, Sportsman's Warehouse, Dick's Sporting Goods, BI-MART, Tackle Warehouse, Fisherman's Warehouse, Fisherman's Marine & Outdoor, Sportco & Outdoor Emporium, Bob's Sporting Goods, Holiday Sports, and independent tackle and guide shops nationwide.

STILL HAVE A QUESTION?

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ANSWER WE GIVE EVERY TIME

REAL BAIT BEATS FAKE LAB CHEMISTRY.

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REAL BAIT

Made from real, whole, fresh bait — ground up and bottled. Nothing fake. Nothing artificial. Nothing formulated in a lab.

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UV ENHANCED

UV flash carries scent visibility through stained rivers and tide-stirred bays. Fish find your hook faster.

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AMINO-LOADED

Supercharged with complex amino acids and bite stimulants that trigger a fish's impulse to feed. Picky bites turn into commits.

Pro-Cure Bait Scents

Real Bait. Made in the USA. Proven Results.