Bug Spray and climbing

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kootenayhick
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Bug Spray and climbing

Post by kootenayhick » Tue May 24, 2016 12:09 pm

I have an all natural bug spray that uses distilled water and a combination of four essential oils, and NOT containing DEET. If I spray it on my body and clothing before climbing will these essential oils weaken the fibers of the climbing ropes?

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Re: Bug Spray and climbing

Post by asylvest » Sat May 28, 2016 2:05 pm

I find that using Bens 30% deet to treat my rope allows it to glide smoothly through my draws as well as giving it a great scent and taste when I am clipping! :lol:

MariaTalacona
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Re: Bug Spray and climbing

Post by MariaTalacona » Sat Aug 29, 2020 2:56 am

Using an all natural bug spray is good, unless the oils used in it does not make the rope slippery. After all they wont be as intense as the ones used in pest control services.

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Re: Bug Spray and climbing

Post by uplandfe909 » Sat Nov 07, 2020 9:28 pm

Yea, I'd bring your spray. I've been hit by some gnarly bugs and while my experiences may be a bit rare, it doesn't hurt. You don't want your day ruined. That's just my opinon! mobile car detailing upland

bakertrekker
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Re: Bug Spray and climbing

Post by bakertrekker » Mon Sep 20, 2021 7:11 pm

We just went to Kings and it wasn't too bad. We faired well; however, like I tell everyone, bring spray and long-sleeve. If you'd like, we have a few pictures on our detailing website

jimmy56_to
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Re: Bug Spray and climbing

Post by petzertal » Mon Sep 20, 2021 7:20 pm

Thanks for keeping us in the loop. Love your site and your references. Me and my girl are doing a few climbs in CAL next month auto detailing peoria

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