Thermacell works???? worthwhile???
08-28-2009, 12:24 PM
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Spike
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I hate to be the only one to post a dissenting opinion, but here goes: I think that, in certain situations, a Thermocell is over-rated. I hasten to add that the Thermocell definitely works AND that if I hunted in an area where mosquitos are bad, I would definitely use one. However, the areas where I hunt in PA, while there are numerous mosquitos in the early season, do not compare with some really bad areas that I have seen. The Thermocell smells bad if you have the misfortune of having the wind shift to blow the fumes in your direction, the Thermocell "output" is uneven: it will start strong and then decrease after an hour and a half or so, and it is considerably more expensive than bug repellent to purchase the fuel cannisters and repellent pads.
As long as temps are less than 80 I can wear long pants and long sleeved shirts, so it is only my face, neck, and hands that need protection. I find it easier, cheaper, and just as effective to use a small amount of bug repellent where needed and leave the Thermocell at home.
As long as temps are less than 80 I can wear long pants and long sleeved shirts, so it is only my face, neck, and hands that need protection. I find it easier, cheaper, and just as effective to use a small amount of bug repellent where needed and leave the Thermocell at home.
