The Bug Helmet

So will this stop ALL bug bites?

This will stop the majority of the bites from these types of biting insects. Occasionally some will get through and bite you, but it has been my experience that it catches 98% of the Deer flies that come after you.

Don't you look silly walking around with a blue hardhat?

Probably, but not as silly as being covered in welts, yelling at insects and being utterly miserable while camping, hiking and living in the Adirondacks. I am sure one could try other types of hats of the same color. A 1970's style batting helmet comes to mind, but for me, the hardhat made more sense because the mount inside, raises the hat from your head, allowing for good ventilation.

What about the blue patches you can put on your existing hats?

I have seen these and they do work, but not to extent this does. Those small patches catch only a small percentage of what the helmet does simply because they are so small. Most insects will attack all over your head or different parts.

Are you selling this stuff?

No. While I could collect a small commission if you click any of my links to Amazon, I otherwise have no affiliation with these products. This simply is the only thing I could find that works in the Adirondacks for these kinds of flies. It should work anywhere for insects that attack the head region in search of blood.