Black Biting Flies while trolling on Lake Ontario

[A-TOM-MIK]

I remember a thread on how to keep them black flies away while on the water, but I never really read it, what were some suggestions on what to use, I am sick of being eaten

 

:rofl:

 

Tom

Edited June 25, 2013 by A-TOM-MIK

[GAMBLER]

Get new team mates!  I have tried everything and nothing works!  I found the electric fly swatter makes for good entertainment but still does not deter them!

[landingzone]

Anyone tried the Thermacell units for the flies?

[King Slammin]

Doesn't work. Tried citrus spray all over the boat, and that seemed like it worked a little.

[NickR]

Yeah those things suck. Ill have to bring a dust buster next time I get to the boat. There's about 500 in my cuddy from yesterday.

[rolmops]

I remember a thread on how to keep them black flies away while on the water, but I never really read it, what were some suggestions on what to use, I am sick of my team mates whining

 

:rofl:

 

Tom

Tell them to cover their gut!!!

Edited June 24, 2013 by rolmops

[rabhunt]

Ultra Shield. It is mainly used for horses and is sold at most farm and garden stores. I have roll on bottles and cover my lower legs with it. Works like a charm.

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[redfisher]

Jug of dish soap on the boat, rub it on your legs and its keeps them down pretty good.

[gokudl3]

So if I lather myself in dish soap that works? Awesome....can't wait to try it tonight!

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[mudflat]

I'll second the Ultra Shield but I want a video of what happens to Tom when he tells Steph to quit whining....it works on horses 

[chinook35]

I have used this product for years . It is the only spray that works on the "ankle biters ' . If you order ,make sure you order the biting fly spray . www.buggspray.com

[FSNmachine]

Anyone tried the Thermacell units for the flies?

Yea the Thermaceel most times does not work for this. There is ussually enough breeze and the boat is open enough that the scent blows away. It may work to keep them out of the cuddy.

[Paul Czarnecki]

A thermacell will kill every fly in your cabin in less than 10 minutes. They work on deck under the shelter of your top as well. Too much wind and you lose the benefit but they do work.

[jason]

Pantyhose knee high. they Will work for whiny crew.

[redfisher]

So if I lather myself in dish soap that works? Awesome....can't wait to try it tonight!

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Yup green Dawn works the best you'll see!!!

[Sk8man]

Hey Gokudl use Dawn that way if you fall into an oil slick you'll be OK too (they use it on oil soaked animals and birds)

[gokudl3]

Haha....thanks! I'm just wear pantyhose!!!LOL

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[Sk8man]

:smile:

[carpedium]

Haha....thanks! I'm just wear pantyhose!!!LOL

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Imagine what the coast guard will say about that when they spotlight you next time... 

[chaser3006]

Imagine what the coast guard will say about that when they spotlight you next time...

listerine in a sptray bottle

[A-TOM-MIK]

tried soap, slipped all over the place lmao, but Stephs legs and mine are really clean as I put it on about 25 times

 

thanks for all the answers

 

 

Tom

[skipper19]

Pantyhose knee high. they Will work for whiny crew.

That is part of the learning curve when you fish with Ray K.

[jekyll]

Nothing works except clothing. Most of the problem is on legs, especially ankles through socks. Buy some very thin, nylon trousers and hem them extra long so they bunch over your ankles when sitting. You will not ever get bitten again on your legs and ankles. The thin pants are cooler than most shorts because the material is very light and airy in the waist/crotch area. When it gets hot, spray them with water and they will quickly evaporate and cool you. I found an inexpensive pair at Cabela's and have also seen the same thing from Sims but, for more money. A buddy tried hospital scrubs this weekend and they were effective but, not as cool in the heat. There are also shirts made from similar materiel if you seem to have fly issues above the waist. I've not needed the shirt myself.

 

The pants are 100% effective if you hem them long. They are not the best looking coothing but those that are important to you won't notice and those that might notice are not important (plus, they will be looking at the blood and scales an your cloths anyway).

[Tangled]

I have used this product for years . It is the only spray that works on the "ankle biters ' . If you order ,make sure you order the biting fly spray . www.buggspray.com

the buggspray works great, we used it Sunday...

[Sundaze]

Tried Listerine last year, didn't do a thing.