On 6/26/2012 6:10 PM, Phil Cook wrote:
On 26/06/2012 21:14, Sacha wrote:
On 2012-06-26 18:42:15 +0100, "RiversideRed" said:

Hi, We are swarmed with Midge and an array of almost invisible white
fly, all brands of repellent seem to only attract
them. Has anyone any tips on avoiding these pests, I have thought of
lighting an oily rag whilst working,but it would probably only choke me.
Mike Northumberland.

Skin So soft by Avon. Seriously. Candian lumberjacks use it!

SSS seems to work by drowning the wee beasties. You need to re-apply
fairly often and it stings if it gets into your eyes.

An acquaintance of mine from Raasay swears by Smidge.
http://2010.midgeforecast.co.uk/index.php/shop

I ordered net jackets from Lee Valley (a Canadian outfit). They're
lightweight, comfortable, and totally midgeproof.