Post by: Cab on July 17, 2018, 08:57:50 AM
Post by: quadrafire on July 17, 2018, 09:17:46 AM
Spray it before hand with Saywer Permethrin. Also spray your pants and hat. That will do a good job keeping the bugs at bay.
Post by: Cab on July 17, 2018, 09:47:02 AM
Any long sleeve will do. breathable is better.
Spray it before hand with Saywer Permethrin. Also spray your pants and hat. That will do a good job keeping the bugs at bay.
Love Saywers! yea I might get something that just an athletic long sleeve with high amounts of wicking. That said I wouldn't mind a new base layer from Kuiu or first lite :chuckle:
Post by: fowl smacker on July 17, 2018, 10:05:06 AM
Post by: yakimanoob on July 17, 2018, 10:54:21 AM
FYI - it is VERY toxic to cats in liquid form -- make sure you keep them away from the area while you're spraying and don't let them contact the clothing until it dries.
https://www.catvets.com/guidelines/isfm-protect-against-permethrin-poisoning-campaign (https://www.catvets.com/guidelines/isfm-protect-against-permethrin-poisoning-campaign)
Post by: 7mmfan on July 17, 2018, 11:16:37 AM
Post by: Cab on July 17, 2018, 11:46:38 AM
Suns out guns out.
haha until I get eaten alive!
Post by: cougforester on July 17, 2018, 11:52:22 AM
Post by: 7mmfan on July 17, 2018, 12:14:54 PM
Post by: Cab on July 17, 2018, 03:15:12 PM
I also wear a lightweight synthetic of some kind. I have Under Armor, Kuiu, First Lite, Columbia, etc... all work but none stop bugs on their own. Permethrin works awesome and has become my go-to. I always carry some bug spray for my hat/face/hands/legs, as I can't stand wearing pants when it's hot.
Just went to Sierra Trading Post and got a synthetic long sleeve shirt for $9 that should do the trick. Agreed with the Permethrin, stuff just works.
Post by: Dhoey07 on July 17, 2018, 03:27:15 PM
Post by: Cab on July 17, 2018, 04:13:35 PM
I wear a long sleeve UA shirt quite a bit in the summer. Not sure exactly which model but they are 1/4 zip.
I do love 1/4 zip, always nice when it gets really hot.
Post by: gaddy on July 17, 2018, 05:04:06 PM
Post by: follow maggie on July 17, 2018, 08:45:57 PM
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Post by: Fl0und3rz on July 18, 2018, 07:29:27 AM
UA and REI are my substitutes, but don't come close. Now REI cut its nose off in the latest 2A attacks.
So UA is it.
Threadborne sir is the one.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01FH05RI2/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1
It's wierd, but some feel sticky, depending on color.
Post by: Tjv28 on July 18, 2018, 05:54:25 PM
Post by: yakimanoob on July 19, 2018, 11:36:28 AM
I do love wool and synthetic base layers(smart wool, kuiu, UA), but the problem is the mosquitoes can eat right through them. Something like a loose fitting exoffico style shirt is the best way to go. And the collar helps as well. Deet!!!You're not wrong. Permethrin or picaridin work pretty well to keep bugs away from your baselayers, though.
I just ordered a Columbia Omnishade long sleeve, inspired by this thread; i'll let y'all know how it performs.
Post by: Alchase on July 20, 2018, 10:10:37 AM
Worked fantastic on our Vietnam/Cambodia trip last January.
Post by: SeaRun1 on July 20, 2018, 11:28:45 AM
SR1
Post by: CaNINE on July 21, 2018, 02:06:13 PM
used this during turkey season this year in hot weather. worn it on a few sunny day hikes. excellent sun protection and keep cool even with the hood up. dries fast.