Bugs.

[Splinter]

Anybody know of a good method or product for cleaning the bugs off ones non leather riding jacket?

[denman13]

You could simply leave them on as a solemn reminder to other bugs not to mess with you and stay the hell out of your way!

[TripleTreat]

... but not as convincing as bugs in your teeth!

[NikosR]

Put wet towel on, leave to soak. Then gently rub with wet sponge and solution of mild detergent. Rinse with clean wet sponge. Leave to dry in a well ventilated area away from direct heat and direct sunlight. Wear subject clothing item. Get out and ride. Come back and repeat from step 1

[NinjaRAT]

Originally Posted by denman13

You could simply leave them on as a solemn reminder to other bugs not to mess with you and stay the hell out of your way!

That's always my answer to this age old question.

[GoinPostal]

Took it in the back yard and hosed them off, or you can scrape them off and save them for a snack later.

[LoVel]

denman13 I use your method but I believe it is working in reverse. They appear to be more like bug decoys, such as would be used in duck hunting. The other bugs think it's a big party and want to come over and join in.

[MVP44]

Nikos has it, but if you have a steamer put a few fresh towels in there and let them get moist with steam then lay them on your jacket or helmet. In about a minute you can use the other towel to just wipe them off. Works especially well on helmets and face shields you don't want to get scratched

[denman13]

Originally Posted by LoVel

denman13 I use your method but I believe it is working in reverse. They appear to be more like bug decoys, such as would be used in duck hunting. The other bugs think it's a big party and want to come over and join in.

LoVel, perhaps you have a bug cult in your area and they've sworn a mass entomological suicide pact. You are their "holy kool-aid" Sorry to say but sometimes you are thrust into deity-ship.

[DaveM]

I think Nikosr couldn't have said it any better.



DaveM