Everybody hates mosquitoes, along with all the little critters that bite and irritate your skin, when you spend extended time in the outdoors. They’re especially problematic in the summer, since we tend to wear lighter clothes, with plenty more exposed skin in order to keep cool. If you’d rather not cover up and stew in your own sweat, Snow Peak’s Insect Shield Parka should have you covered.
A jacket made from a super-fine mesh fabric, it provides an effective way of keeping mosquitoes at bay, without covering you up in erstwhile uncomfortable garments. Whether you’re at the beach, on a hike, or in the compound of an outdoor music festival, this thing ensures you can enjoy the clear weather of the summer without incurring an inordinate amount of mosquito bites.
The Snow Peak Insect Shield Parka comes with a hood and zips all the way up, so you’re duly protected from any bug attack. It’s made from a polyester mesh that’s impenetrable to tiny critters, with an insect repellent finish ensuring they barely even try. Designed to pack small, you can easily stow it in a bag pouch or a pocket, so you can keep it tucked in until the time you need the added protection. It even comes with a pair of front pockets for holding extra gear and, just in case you’d like to wear shorts, they have matching Insect Shield Pants sold separately.
Available in four colors, the Snow Peak Insect Shield Parka is priced at $175 for the navy, olive, and beige and $195 for the camo version.