A lightweight, high-visibility protective head net engineered with a World Health Organisation-recommended insecticide treatment to repel and daze biting insects on contact.
The Sea to Summit Mosquito Head Net is a critical accessory for hikers, campers, and travellers operating in areas with high insect activity. This version is factory-treated with Permethrin, a safe and effective insecticide that provides an active secondary layer of defence by deterring ticks, ants, flies, and mosquitoes. Constructed from a soft multifilament polyester mesh, it features a hexagonal pattern that ensures optimum airflow and breathability in humid conditions. The mesh is dyed black specifically to improve optical clarity, reducing the "haze" often associated with lighter-coloured nets. Designed to be worn comfortably with or without a wide-brimmed hat, the net includes an elasticised drawcord for a secure, bug-tight seal around the neck.
Key Technical Features
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Permethrin Insecticide Treatment: Factory-applied repellent that dazes insects upon contact, significantly reducing the likelihood of bites through the mesh.
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15D Ultra-Vis Hexagonal Mesh: Features a fine 80 hole/cm² (approx. 500 holes per square inch) construction that balances insect protection with superior ventilation.
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High-Visibility Black Netting: Specifically coloured to minimise light reflection and glare, providing much better outward vision than white or olive alternatives.
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Soft Multifilament Fibre: Engineered for a comfortable, non-abrasive feel against the face and neck, even during long-duration wear.
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Elasticised Neck Drawcord: Includes a lightweight barrel lock to create a physical barrier at the base, preventing insects from crawling up into the net.
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Wide Contour Cut: Designed with enough volume to fit over broad-brimmed hats, which is recommended to keep the mesh away from the skin.
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Ultra-Compact Packability: Supplied with its own tiny stuff sack, allowing the net to be compressed down to roughly the size of a large egg for easy storage.
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Durability: The polyester mesh and barrel lock are resistant to degradation from UV exposure and secondary permethrin sprays if required later.
Technical Specifications
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Material: 100% Soft Multifilament Polyester.
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Weight: Standard version approx. 37g | Nano version approx. 11g.
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Mesh Density: 80 holes/cm².
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Treatment: Permethrin (Dissipates gradually with time and washing).
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Dimensions: Wide enough to accommodate various headwear styles.
Best For
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Tropical Trekking: Essential for regions where disease-carrying mosquitoes (Malaria, Dengue, Zika) are prevalent.
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Australian Bushwalking: Highly effective against "thick" swarms of flies and mosquitoes in the outback or coastal marshlands.
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Adventure Travel: A lightweight, "just-in-case" item that takes up negligible space in a rucksack or emergency kit.
