Author Topic: Protective Clothing (Read 9989 times)

gtrr4 · « **on:** June 18, 2015, 03:09:02 pm »

So on those hot days when you don't want to put your coat on does anyone wear something else that still gives them good protection from a possible bee sting on these hot days?

Jen · « **Reply #1 on:** June 18, 2015, 03:20:52 pm »

On hot days, for me, I wear a tank top, mid cut pants that are cut about the knee and then rubber band the bottom of each pant leg. Then I have a head net that has a pull string, so I put on a savannah type straw hat or a ball cap and put the veil over the hat and cinch it into my neck. The head net should fit loosely and comfortable.

However, if I get into a hive that is snarky and I've taken a sting or two right away, I get my bee shirt on.

http://www.amazon.com/Happy-Will-Camouflage-Beekeeping-Anti-mosquito/dp/B00YJ9K7NI/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1434655066&sr=8-7&keywords=beekeeper+head+veil

http://www.amazon.com/NATURAL-APIARY%C2%AE-BEEKEEPING-DELUXE-JACKET/dp/B00V6D8VKQ/ref=sr_1_18?ie=UTF8&qid=1434655066&sr=8-18-spons&keywords=beekeeper+head+veil

iddee · « **Reply #2 on:** June 18, 2015, 03:27:26 pm »

SWIM TRUNKS

Jen · « **Reply #3 on:** June 18, 2015, 03:48:23 pm »

Need a pic of that Iddee

gtrr4 · « **Reply #4 on:** June 18, 2015, 04:26:04 pm »

Quote from: iddee on June 18, 2015, 03:27:26 pm

SWIM TRUNKS

With all the rain I could of filled a small pool by now. And with how hot it is it would makes sense (if the pool was close by). I just have this aurora the girls like to tickle me, even when I talk to them. So I think I have heard the the girls can not get a hold of nylon material to sting (like wind pants). So I was wondering if there was anything else like tbat , that is still cool to wear.

pistolpete · « **Reply #5 on:** June 18, 2015, 09:20:01 pm »

My bees are little angels for the most part. I don't even own a bee suit, just a 40 year old pith helmet and veil that I use about once a year. For those occasions when they're likely to be cranky (like when making up Nucs) I put on a white dress shirt from the thrift store. The tight weave and white colour seems to discourage stings.

Les · « **Reply #6 on:** June 18, 2015, 09:44:40 pm »

Protection, who needs protection? They got me four times in my right hand yesterday, once through my jeans and twice on my left hand. Finally gave up and put on my gloves. Hoping I don't have to cut the ring off :'(

Jen · « **Reply #7 on:** June 18, 2015, 09:50:52 pm »

I had days like that Les

Did all those stings come from the same hive?

Slowmodem · « **Reply #8 on:** June 18, 2015, 10:12:10 pm »

You can get ventilated jackets or suits. It is layers of netted material that lets air flow through and keeps the wearer cool.

tbonekel · « **Reply #9 on:** June 18, 2015, 11:20:24 pm »

I start out with a veil and t-shirt and shorts. If they end up getting me in the arm, I have an old white, cotton dress shirt I will throw on. That seems to do just fine. Haven't had any problems with them crawling up my shorts yet, but I know there are those who could really tell some stories about that.

lazy shooter · « **Reply #10 on:** June 19, 2015, 07:46:43 am »

Lborou and I both keep Bweaver bees. They are a hardy lot and do well in our Texas heat, but they will put a bee jacket, veil and long pants on you. I wear starched jeans. The starch really makes it harder for the bees to sting through. Then a vented jacket with a full veil. If all is well, I can manage my bees without gloves, but when they get started on my hands, I have to go back to the gloves. I once counted 40 stingers in a leather glove.

Les · « **Reply #11 on:** June 19, 2015, 07:59:39 am »

Jen, the stings were all from one hive. This is the hive I requeened with a northern queen.

Curtchann · « **Reply #12 on:** June 19, 2015, 08:48:11 am »

Quote from: Les on June 18, 2015, 09:44:40 pm

Protection, who needs protection? They got me four times in my right hand yesterday, once through my jeans and twice on my left hand. Finally gave up and put on my gloves. Hoping I don't have to cut the ring off :'(

Got hit twice last week on right wrist on a Monday and on top of the right hand on a Saturday filling feeders. Just remember to take the ring off when you get zapped in the hand.

capt44 · « **Reply #13 on:** June 19, 2015, 09:08:48 am »

When I start working bees I go ahead and put on a white long sleeve shirt I got at a thrift store for a $1.50 and sometimes a pair of gloves.
When I start at 06:30 and don't finish until 2:00PM to 5:00 PM I just get ready.
Some hives are calm and others can be testy.
I put on my shirt with a bunge strap around my waist, a square veil, and gloves and Git'ter Dun.

caesarsfish · « **Reply #14 on:** June 19, 2015, 10:20:18 am »

I have a light weight bee jacket with veil and light weight gloves that I bought on e-bay for a total cost of $18. They work great in hot weather. I do not mind a few stings as long as they stay away from the face area.

tbonekel · « **Reply #15 on:** June 19, 2015, 07:45:58 pm »

Quote from: caesarsfish on June 19, 2015, 10:20:18 am

I do not mind a few stings as long as they stay away from the face area.

Riverrat · « **Reply #16 on:** June 19, 2015, 09:09:41 pm »

My norm is flip flops, shorts, sleeveless shirt and a veil. If I got a hot hive I will use my golden bee suit cant beat them. 99% sting proof and air moves through them like a fan blowing on you

Dunkel · « **Reply #17 on:** June 19, 2015, 10:07:06 pm »

I normally wear a jacket over my bibs and gloves. When it gets real hot I go in the buff in a set of coveralls I bought when I first began. I hate being stung and I cant take head shots during the school year

LazyBkpr · « **Reply #18 on:** June 20, 2015, 01:12:05 am »

Ultra Breeze.
Expensive, but worth every dime. I have not yet taken a sting through it, but it lets the breeze through... a very strange feeling to put on something and still feel the wind...

I do not typically wear any protective gear.. jeans and whatever shirt I have on etc... If I know they are grumpy, weather, no flow etc.. I put the coat on but leave the veil down until I MUST flip it up and zip it... Even then I dont usually wear gloves. Not trying to be Macho in any way shape or form.. I just prefer a few stings over the discomfort of wearing protective gear..
To be perfectly honest.. I dont dread getting stung.. but I would dread anticipating wearing the coat and veil when it was 90 degrees outside, even the ultra breeze...
Reason two... Something about the veil seriously inhibits what I can see for details.. I have a hard time seeing eggs through the veil, take it off and I can see them fine..

Jen · « **Reply #19 on:** June 20, 2015, 09:25:38 pm »

Hi Scott, I have a forest green veil and a black veil, I can see eggs much better thru the black veil than the green veil ~shrug~

I'm a jeans and tshirt kind of beek as well... but if the bees are even a bit cranky... I'll go put on my black veil. I don't mind even getting stung on the face... it's when they target the inside of my nose. Then I have to close it up no matter what, due to tears, snot, and saliva running profusely.