[minz]

The hives were hanging up on the mat in the truck so I gave them a good push. The bottom gapped from the first hive body and things got ugly in a hurry. The ratchet strap held them together. I put in 3 more and could not quite get the tailgate closed so at this time I was taking stings through the pants and jacket so I forced it. Another bad move, anther hive separated and angry. I got to the new yard and unloaded them.
Should I go back in the AM and set things straight with a lot of smoke or let them set until the afternoon? I need to move 4 to 6 more and need my straps.
I will tell you what the sting to the love handle was far the worst of them.

 

[RayMarler]

I myself would go back mid morning to straighten them out and get the straps for the next load. Waiting till mid morning, most foragers will be out foraging so would be less bees in the boxes.