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Bee Jacket - Ventilated Mesh

$139.00

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Flow Hive technology drastically reduces the chance of being stung during harvest, but if you drop a full brood frame during a routine inspection, you are sure to attract unwanted attention!

Even the friendliest beehive can get cranky sometimes and these jackets are perfect for the beekeeper who wants convenience while also knowing their face, arms and torso have the very best in sting prevention.

Our mesh jackets are lightweight and easy to take on and off, which makes them a popular option around the Flow office. Just make sure you’re wearing suitable sting prevention below the waist!

Each jacket kit comes with accordingly-sized ventilated gauntlet goatskin gloves and a J-style hive tool, both items extremely useful for any beekeeper.

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Triple-layer polyester mesh textile

This mesh fabric allows air to come in while preventing nasty bee stings. With three intersecting layers of mesh, this fabric offers a raised preventative layer difficult for a tiny bee stinger to get through whilst allowing enough airflow to keep your body nice and cool. The lightweight construction means you will be happy to wear these jackets for extended beekeeping sessions.

Dual grade mesh fencing veil

We are really happy to have sourced this perfect fully removable fencing style veil. This mesh veil does not compromise on either durability nor visibility. Using a combination of high-gauge heavy mesh for solid sting prevention on the flanks where increased movement requires extra strength, with a finer gauge mesh over the face for easier breathing and better visibility, this veil offers outstanding sting prevention and practicality.

Chest, Hip and Sleeve Pockets

Hive inspections often require additional equipment which can be needed at a moment's notice. This versatile jacket features 6 pockets located on the hips, chest and sleeves so that you can store all of your beekeeping essentials to ensure you will always be completely prepared.

All pockets are made from good quality, medium-weight cotton drill, with the chest pockets featuring an embroidered Flow logo and secure hook-and-loop fastening top flaps.

Elasticated Cuffs, Waistband and Thumb Stirrups

This jacket features elasticated wrist cuffs and waistband providing comfortable yet snug barriers as preventative sting prevention against defensive bees. Thumb stirrups at each wrist will help keep your elasticised sleeves in place offering additional sting prevention.

YKK zippers

High-quality zippers which feature an oversized ring pull tab making them easy to use whilst wearing gloves. The rugged, plastic teeth are ideal for outdoor use as they will never rust and are extremely durable.

Elbow gaiters

When you’re moving around a lot tending your bees, the elbows on clothing can be put under a lot of stress and are often the first place to wear out. Padded elbow gaiters give extra strength where it’s needed most, reinforced with cotton drill, these are designed to last.

Additional Information

This kit comes complete with Mesh Jacket, Ventilated Gauntlet Goatskin Gloves and a J-style hive tool handmade using German Stainless Steel. Please be aware that a beekeeping jacket is NOT a beekeeping suit. [You can have a look at those here]. It is important to wear additional protective clothing such as long pants (painters’ pants, jeans or sweatpants are great), a pair (or two) of thick socks, and good work boots to help prevent against stings.

3-LAYER MESH

Our unique Flow 3-layer mesh gear provide the best available sting prevention and are purpose designed for functionality for times when even the friendliest hive gets cranky.

Three intersecting layers of raised fabric sit high and away from the skin, helping to prevent bee stings.

The mesh ensures much greater comfort than traditional beesuits, allowing breezes in and sweat to evaporate out, perfect for Australian conditions.

Lightweight construction allows for extended beekeeping sessions, so you can get to work like your busy bees even on the hottest days!

What bee suit size should I pick?

Bee suits are designed to be worn slightly baggy over your normal clothing, so it’s best to choose a slightly larger size than you would normally wear.

Be sure to give yourself plenty of room to move around with additional length for movement – ankles and wrists need to remain covered when you’re crouching, bending or stretching.

You do not want the suit to be tight fitting – it’s this loose fitting material that offers sting prevention.

If in doubt or between sizes, go up to the next size:

Height (cm)	Weight (kg)
	Weight (kg)
	50	56	62	68	74	80	86	92	98	104	110
145 - 150	2XS	2XS	XS	S
150 - 155	2XS	2XS	XS	S	S	M	M	M
155 - 160	2XS	2XS	XS	S	S	M	M	M	L
160 - 166	XS	XS	XS	S	M	M	M	L	XL	XL
166 - 171	XS	S	S	M	M	L	L	L	XL	XL	2XL
171 - 176	M	M	M	M	L	L	L	L	XL	2XL	2XL
176 - 181	L	L	L	L	L	L	XL	XL	2XL	2XL	3XL
181 - 186		L	L	L	L	XL	XL	XL	2XL	3XL	4XL
186 - 191		L	L	L	XL	XL	XL	2XL	3XL	4XL	5XL
191 - 197			XL	XL	XL	2XL	2XL	2XL	3XL	4XL	5XL
197 - 204				2XL	2XL	2XL	3XL	3XL	4XL	5XL	5XL

Height (feet)	Weight (lbs)
	Weight (lbs)
	110	123	137	150	163	176	190	203	216	229	243
4'9" - 4'11"	2XS	2XS	XS	S
4'11" - 5'1"	2XS	2XS	XS	S	S	M	M	M
5'1" - 5'3"	2XS	2XS	XS	S	S	M	M	M	L
5'3" - 5'5"	XS	XS	XS	S	M	M	M	L	XL	XL
5'5" - 5'7"	XS	S	S	M	M	L	L	L	XL	XL	2XL
5'7" - 5'9"	M	M	M	M	L	L	L	L	XL	2XL	2XL
5'9" - 5'11"	L	L	L	L	L	L	XL	XL	2XL	2XL	3XL
5'11" - 6'1"		L	L	L	L	XL	XL	XL	2XL	3XL	4XL
6'1" - 6'3"		L	L	L	XL	XL	XL	2XL	3XL	4XL	5XL
6'3" - 6'5"			XL	XL	XL	2XL	2XL	2XL	3XL	4XL	5XL
6'5" - 6' 7"				2XL	2XL	2XL	3XL	3XL	4XL	5XL	5XL

Beekeeping is a labour of love. As with all animal husbandry, it’s a pastime which requires knowledge, skill and dedication and which carries with it inherent risks.

Beekeeping suits and other personal protective equipment can offer excellent prevention against bee stings, but are not 100 percent effective. It’s important new beekeepers exercise caution when tending to their hives and are comfortable with the fact that sooner or later, all beekeepers get stung.

Check out this Flow sponsored safety pamphlet covering common beekeeping safety risks and first aid responses.

New to beekeeping and not sure where start?

Check out our new online beekeeping course!

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Beekeeping is such a fascinating pastime enjoyed the world over by people from all walks of life.
Learning about looking after your bees is a fascinating and truly rewarding experience. They are amazing little creatures!

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