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Old 20 July 2012, 21:59   #21
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Aye, DEET at 50% for skin and 100% for associated fabrics is fine, it deters them from biting but it doesn't keep them (at that density) out of yer mouth, ears, nose, eyes, drinks, food, etc...

They may not be biting, but they're not the most attractive additive.
DEET melts waterproofs ...opps sorry if that was your plan getting of BS gang
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Old 20 July 2012, 22:03   #22
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DEET melts waterproofs ...opps sorry if that was your plan getting of BS gang

No no I think TT's plan is to drink the stuff and his breath will keep the midges away
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Old 20 July 2012, 22:15   #23
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Hi Mick don't laugh its difficult navigating the enterence to Loch Feochan
I know we av been told that's why we need a local guide
I got 3 bottles of SSS this week and will dig the nets out.
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Hi Mick don't laugh its difficult navigating the enterence to Loch Feochan
Aye, 'tis tricky, 'specially at low water. Been there, done it, sh1t meself
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