Florida heat makes beekeeping hard on your body. A good suit should keep stings out and still let air move. Here is how we think about it.
Full suit or jacket?
A full suit covers you head to ankle and is best for big hives or removals. A jacket is cooler and quicker to put on for short checks.
Look for ventilation
Ventilated, layered mesh lets breeze through while keeping a gap between the fabric and your skin. In hot weather that makes a big difference.
Gloves
Goat skin gloves is flexible so you can still feel frames. Ventilated gloves helps hands stay cooler.
Heat tips
- Work hives early in the morning.
- Drink water before and after.
- Take breaks in the shade.
Sting Stopper gear we carry
- Professional Triple Layer Ventilated Full Beekeeping Suit – $181.99
- Professional Three Layer Ventilated Beekeeping Jacket – $159.99
- Performance Beekeeping Jacket – $118.99
- Classic Cotton Beekeeping Jacket with Round Veil – $77.49
- Kids Ventilated Beekeeping Suit – $144.99
- Ventilated Goat Skin Beekeeping Gloves – $29.99
- Heavy Duty Goat Skin Beekeeping Gloves – $29.99
See all our bee gear: 4kbowen.com/s/beegear
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