Bug suit vs. Bug netting for sleeping.

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While using a tarp as a shelter, would netting be better or would just wearing a bug suit be preferable when trying to keep overall weight and volume down for a three season weekender bag? The only downside to the suit seems to be if the air is still, it can be stifling hot. the downside to the netting is it might only be good for flying insects.

I am thinking of a hammock with netting as well, but because this is a minimalist kind of set up, I was thinking i could save weight by using a poncho as my tarp. Thus not worrying about rain gear.
 
under a tarp, a bed sheet with Permethrin treatment and a black headnet can make sleep mighty comfy with minimal weight added.

i like the REI Bug Hut 2 under a tarp when i think i am going to hit a lot of bugs.
http://www.rei.com/product/777772?p...-FB85-DE11-B7F3-0019B9C043EB&mr:referralID=NA
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be careful though, hot hiker chicks always want to get in there with you.

they have no shame.

vec
 
Netting over suit anyday! Having used both, distance is your friend. Skeeters can still bite through both but they can't harm you if the netting is 1' away from you (that would be one long skeeter stinger). Clothing will work but you need to layer and create that space again between your skin and the netting.
 
Btw, if you are really looking to go lightweight, do what we recommend on our advanced courses. Long sleeves and pant legs (tuck pants into socks and shirt into pants) a sert of gloves, hat with brim and head net. The brim keeps the netting from you and it stows in your pocket. Round out this group with a neckerchief or bandana and you're good to go.

I still prefer a bug net shelter but understand it isn't always an option.
 
Thanks, guys. I like the tent option also, but I live out of a suitcase 11 months out of the year. My available space for a pack and all my gear is about 1500 square Inches. The good thing is it forces me to think small and out of my comfort zone. The bad thing is I still need to sleep to function at work after a bivouac. I have to fit my outdoor time in whenever I can.
 
k_estela said:
Netting over suit anyday! Having used both, distance is your friend. Skeeters can still bite through both but they can't harm you if the netting is 1' away from you (that would be one long skeeter stinger). Clothing will work but you need to layer and create that space again between your skin and the netting.
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Kind regards
Mick
 
Thanks, I will be leaning towards the netting. I can see by Minnesotas graphic, the bug suit just would not fit in my luggage.

"K-esta", adding just a bug head net and making sure my body is covered is sound for hiking, but I am not convinced sleeping would be so great My concern is fire ants, as most of my winter outdoor experience will be in Florida.

Also, since I am ready to go "to the next level", maybe I should look into advanced training or clubs that might practice wilderness skills. Not sure about this because of previous experience with a certain school, but your mentioning it got me to thinking at least about contacting others who are practicing as well.
 
You can get netting with floors, so you will be protected from all insects...

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Something like one of these could go under just about any tarp:

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