Midge (and insect) Repellant...what people think works at the moment
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dovidola
Thru Hiker
Just Google it - plenty at other UK stockists
dovidola
Thru Hiker
According to most websites, midge-proof netting requires a minimum of 600 holes per sq inch, and mozzies 400. The Nano (described as suitable for mosquito protection) has 516, but presumably it'll keep most of them out. The Ultra (described as suitable for midge protection) has a massive 1870, which seems like overkill. Decisions, decisions!
el manana
Thru Hiker
I haven't had a problem with the Nano on the few occasions i've used it. I have treated it with Permethrin though. Its always been Cheviot midge or similar, enough to warrant putting it on but not highlands mental like in some videos, so can't comment on serious infestations.
Back in Pack
Section Hiker
I am taking my Ultrafine on the CWT in a couple of weeks. Hopefully I will not get to test it (wishful thinking).
It is quite dense mesh, but the black colour helps with visibility. Certainly Not brave enough to try anything that might let some through!
It is quite dense mesh, but the black colour helps with visibility. Certainly Not brave enough to try anything that might let some through!
Back in Pack
Section Hiker
I use a strong homemade concoction of
Aloe Vera, Lemon Eucalyptus, Citronella and Tea Tree Oil. Need to apply it a couple of times a day when the bugs are bad but it does seem to keep the mozzies and ticks away.
Will be interesting to see how it keeps the midges away. I will be carrying smidge as well just in case.
Aloe Vera, Lemon Eucalyptus, Citronella and Tea Tree Oil. Need to apply it a couple of times a day when the bugs are bad but it does seem to keep the mozzies and ticks away.
Will be interesting to see how it keeps the midges away. I will be carrying smidge as well just in case.
Rog Tallbloke
Thru Hiker
Smoking rollups helps keep midges out from under a tarp.
Small amounts of neet deet on forehead, ears and neck works for me. I use a windshirt and tuck trousers into socks to keep 'em off arms and legs.
Small amounts of neet deet on forehead, ears and neck works for me. I use a windshirt and tuck trousers into socks to keep 'em off arms and legs.
dovidola
Thru Hiker
Okay - gottem!
On preliminary examination, I can confirm the Nano is so see-through that you're hardly aware it's there - the Ultra-Mesh less so, but still better visibility that the one I've been using until now. Size of both is adequate, the Nano being slightly smaller.
Looking at the mesh density, I have my doubts about the Nano being midge-proof, but I'll give it a run when I get the opportunity.
Also, the given weights include the stuff-sacs. On their own, they weigh 10g and 18g
)) respectively.
On preliminary examination, I can confirm the Nano is so see-through that you're hardly aware it's there - the Ultra-Mesh less so, but still better visibility that the one I've been using until now. Size of both is adequate, the Nano being slightly smaller.
Looking at the mesh density, I have my doubts about the Nano being midge-proof, but I'll give it a run when I get the opportunity.
Also, the given weights include the stuff-sacs. On their own, they weigh 10g and 18g
)) respectively.
el manana
Thru Hiker
This seems to work, as in I'm getting pestered by flies in camp but no longer once i light one of these...
Small aluminium case from eBay and Citronella cones (possibly the same cones used in the Smokin Midge ?)
Smoke is not as unpleasant as mozzie coils.
Not tested on Scottish Midge.
Small aluminium case from eBay and Citronella cones (possibly the same cones used in the Smokin Midge ?)
Smoke is not as unpleasant as mozzie coils.
Not tested on Scottish Midge.
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