If you were to ask people what one of the downsides to the outdoors was for them, we’re willing to bet you’d find a high percentage of people that find bugs to be anywhere from annoying to simply unbearable. Whether it’s ants crashing your picnic, bees and wasps buzzing around in your personal space, or mosquitoes tucking in for a nice dinner a la you, it’s pretty easy to see why people will spend loads of money on sprays, lotions, candles, and anything else that promises to rid you of the little buggers. Here are just a few handy products available from SunnySports that will keep those bugs at bay all summer long.
Sawyer Premium Permethrin Insect Repellent Clothing Spray – $18.99 $14.95
Insect repellent that can be sprayed on is a popular choice for people trying to steer clear of bugs on a camping trip or afternoon hike, but it needs to be reapplied frequently for maximum effectiveness. Don’t just repel the bugs — stop them dead in their tracks with the Premium Permethrin Insect Repellent Clothing Spray from Sawyer. This powerful solution contains permethrin, a synthetic chemical that functions as a neurotoxin, killing the pest on contact with a treated area. Permethrin is odorless, colorless, and binds to clothing upon contact, providing solid protection from more than 55 types of insects for 6 washes. Apply to your tent, clothing, or any outdoor gear for a significantly more bug-free experience. *Pet owners: This product is non-toxic to humans, but it is highly toxic to cats and fish.
Columbia Insect Blocker Mesh Jacket for Men – $90 $59.95 FREE SHIPPING!
If you’re perhaps allergic to the ingredients of insect repellent sprays, or smelling like a pine tree air freshener isn’t really your thing, you can maintain your cool and keep the bugs at bay with this stylish Insect Blocker Mesh Jacket for Men from Columbia. This lightweight jacket is constructed from hyper-breathable mesh, treated with Columbia’s Insect Blocker technology. Mosquitoes, flies, ticks, and ants are the targets of this EPA-registered technology, designed to repel any of these pests for 70 washes! Features side pockets, a zippered chest pocket, scuba hood, and drawstring waist. Perfect for trail runs in buggy climates. Be sure to check out our full selection of Columbia’s Insect Blocker apparel!
Sawyer Venom Extractor Pump – $13.95
This is a product that every outdoor enthusiast should keep in their camping gear, for infinite extraction of venoms inflicted by bees, mosquitoes, spiders, wasps, and even snakes. The Venom Extractor Pump from Sawyer is a safe and simple way to quickly extract venom from your skin after you’ve been struck. It comes with four different sizes of cup attachments to encompass a variety of bite sizes, and the pump can be operated with just one hand, making it a crucial item to have around if you’re exploring the outdoors alone. Sawyer even claims the Extractor Pump can extract mosquito venom up to 6 hours after the bite! The cups are washable and can be used for a lifetime, and the kit also includes a bite and sting guide, small disposable razor, alcohol cleaning wipes, and bandages, all packed into a pocket-sized hard plastic case. And at this price, it will pay to have a solution in case of repellent failure.
