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Offline Wayde Burke

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Bug repellant
« on: June 14, 2011, 06:03:00 PM »
I hear you guys talking about Badger bug repellant, Can someone tell me where to get some. I'd never heard of it before, but sounds like it works. Thanks!
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Re: Bug repellant
« Reply #1 on: June 14, 2011, 06:25:00 PM »
Amazon, REI, Badgers web site to name a few...google it and you will find a bunch.Hope this helps.   :thumbsup:
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Re: Bug repellant
« Reply #2 on: June 14, 2011, 07:46:00 PM »
Which seems to be more effective, the spray or the balm? The spray is 4oz. and the balm is 2oz. which is the better buy?
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Re: Bug repellant
« Reply #3 on: June 14, 2011, 07:50:00 PM »
I haven't used bug spray since the Thermacell came out.....cept for Permanone on my cloths to repel ticks and chiggers.
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Re: Bug repellant
« Reply #4 on: June 14, 2011, 07:58:00 PM »
Thermacell all the way.
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Re: Bug repellant
« Reply #5 on: June 14, 2011, 08:00:00 PM »
Does the badger balm work on deerflies they are awful this summer cause its been so wet?
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Re: Bug repellant
« Reply #6 on: June 14, 2011, 08:55:00 PM »
My wife buys supplements from Vitacost.com and found the Badger anti-bug balm there (good prices).

(Personally, for hunting I really like the Thermacell.)
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Re: Bug repellant
« Reply #7 on: June 15, 2011, 11:13:00 AM »
100% deet works great, but it's greasy and can irritate the skin. I've been using a Thermacell now since '07.
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Offline Mike Vines

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Re: Bug repellant
« Reply #8 on: June 15, 2011, 11:26:00 AM »
Is there anywhere you can buy the thermacell for less than $20 and cheaper than $20 refills?  Some might call me cheap, to me though,  I'm all about value.
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Re: Bug repellant
« Reply #9 on: June 15, 2011, 11:31:00 AM »
Sorry for the double postp
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Re: Bug repellant
« Reply #10 on: June 15, 2011, 12:24:00 PM »
What's the best tick repellent? I've stump shot once this summer and had well over 30 ticks on me...
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Re: Bug repellant
« Reply #11 on: June 15, 2011, 12:48:00 PM »
Snakebit40... Permanone is what you want for ticks. Treat your clothes with it, let dry, ticks won't even get near you. Guaranteed!!!! Will last several weeks or a couple of washings.

I don't use repellent sprays or liquids since finding out about Thermacell... thanks Terry!
I'm not wild about price and therefore have been looking at the new Off product that is supposed to work the same way. No experience with it yet.
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Re: Bug repellant
« Reply #12 on: June 15, 2011, 01:23:00 PM »
REI carries the Sawyer's Permethrin spray for treating clothing & gear. Just picked up a bottle to get ready for the swamp this weekend.
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Re: Bug repellant
« Reply #13 on: June 15, 2011, 02:03:00 PM »
>>100% deet works great, but it's greasy and can irritate the skin. I've been using a Thermacell now since '07.<<

100% Deet does work but it also will take the finish right off your bow or arrows.
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Re: Bug repellant
« Reply #14 on: June 15, 2011, 09:01:00 PM »
Where can I get Thermocell?

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Re: Bug repellant
« Reply #15 on: June 15, 2011, 09:03:00 PM »
Bass Pro Shop, Target, Online...these are just a few places.  Figure spending $20 for the unit, and $20 on refills.  I'm still searching for a cheaper supplier.  

Off makes their own version of the Thermacell, but it states on their website that breathing the vapors is harmful to your health.   Thanks for the warning, I will now not buy your product.  If it is harmful to inhale it, why would I want to sit in a cloud of it?

I can't find the same disclosure on the Thermacell product.  Maybe they just don't advertise it.
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Re: Bug repellant
« Reply #16 on: June 16, 2011, 04:44:00 PM »
I agree with Terry and the other guys about the Thermocell.  I have been using ever since they came on the market. Ticks Permanone works the best. RJ
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