The Sailing Rode

TSR 004 - Battling Bugs while Cruising

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In episode 004, our featured topic is Battling Bugs while Cruising.  We discuss strategies to deal with insects on you and on your boat.

  • For details on our sailing trip to Caladesi Island / Clearwater Florida area, go to this post to see our trip notes and videos.

    • Featured Topic Notes - Battling Bugs while Cruising

    • Our No-See-Um bug formula 50% Skin so Soft / 50% Original Listerine is spray bottle, buy Skin So Soft on our Amazon link here   The bath oil is the best value.  Add essential oils from our store to increase the effectiveness.
    • BugBuster companionway and hatch screens
    • Thermocell butane insect repeller
    • University of Kentucky article on using boric acid for insects

      • Let us know how you deal with insects on your sailboat. Send us an email to [email protected]

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