Ehlers’ Bad to the Bonefish Shrimp – Tan #4 The Bad to the Bonefish Shrimp, designed by Claus Eriksen (Ehlers) and produced by Rainy’s, is a proven flats pattern built for anglers who demand a natural presentation, subtle movement, and consistent results on technical fish. Tied in a #4 size with a clean tan profile, this fly perfectly matches small shrimp and crustaceans—one of the primary food sources for bonefish, permit, and other shallow-water predators. Its lightweight construction allows for soft, accurate landings, while the flowing materials create constant, lifelike motion that keeps the fly alive in the strike zone. Whether you're stalking bonefish on hard sand flats or presenting to wary permit in clear water, the Bad to the Bonefish Shrimp delivers the realism and movement needed to convert difficult shots. Why It Works • Designed by Claus Eriksen (Ehlers), a globally recognized saltwater fly innovator• Produced by Rainy’s for consistent, high-quality construction• Natural shrimp profile matched to flats forage• Constant movement from soft, flowing materials• Lightweight for quiet presentations in shallow water• Subtle flash adds visibility without overpowering the fly Target Species • Bonefish• Permit• Redfish• Pompano• Other flats and surf species feeding on shrimp Fly Details • Pattern: Ehlers’ Bad to the Bonefish Shrimp• Size: #4• Color: Tan• Profile: Shrimp / small crustacean imitation• Manufacturer: Rainy’s• Designed for shallow flats and sight fishing When to Fish It • Sight casting on clear flats• Sand, grass, and mixed bottom• Pressured or heavily fished areas• When fish are keyed in on shrimp
