Technical7 min read
3 Layer vs 2 Layer Mesh Bee Suit: Is the Extra Layer Worth It?
The middle layer of a three-layer suit is not padding. It is a spring that holds the outer mesh out of sting range, and it is also the part that quietly wears out.
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Buying guides7 min readPolycotton vs Cotton Bee Suit: Which Fabric Should You Buy?
Polycotton resists tearing and dries fast. Pure cotton breathes better and will not melt near a smoker. One difference decides most of these purchases, and it is not the one listings talk about.
Buying guides12 min readVentilated vs Cotton Bee Suit: Which One Is Right for You?
Cotton stops a sting by being thick; ventilated mesh stops it by holding the fabric further away than a sting can reach. Which you need comes down to how many hours you spend at an open hive in the heat.