Hey all, as a follow up to my recent Let’s talk ear👂 plugs, I’d like to get some opinions on bug dope. I backpack quite a bit each year, different seasons, often on the AT, and I’m very reluctant to use dope unless I just can’t stand it any more. Not to deny tick protection ( I do utilize Insect Shield) but I’m more interested in what works well for mosquitoes, no see ems, and black flies. The every day nuisance stuff we all encounter.
Ive tried all the main otc stuff, Ben’s, Off, Cutter, Skin So Soft ( been a while for that one), and something called 45*N, 68*W, which I do like. I understand Deet and Permethrin, and the less toxic the ingredients, the better, but when push comes to shove, I have sprayed up with 99% Deet.
So, I’ve set the table, and value your input on what works for you, assuming there must be something out there to consider.
And I promise not to start a series of Let’s Talk......
Thanks.