When the bugs are bad, the sun is glaring, and you need to protect your horse from the widest range of flying insects, reach for this fly sheet with an open front design and a surcingle closure for a secure fit. The extra fine “window screen” 350D nylon mesh material prevents even the tiniest gnats from getting to your horses while providing exceptional airflow. Plus, it features reflective stripes for safety and SilverTek® technology with antibacterial nylon lining on the chest, shoulders, and tail flap. It comes in our Cutback Wither Relief fit that’s perfect for horses with a high head carriage and lower wither, such as Arabians, Fresians, Saddlebreds, and Tennesee Walkers. The sheet contours to your horse’s body for a comfortable fit, providing 40% UV protection.
When choosing a fly sheet for your horse, the key considerations should include fabric breathability and durability, insect and UV protection needed depending on turnout needs. This sheet is perfect if your horse needs the best insect protection and airflow or lives in a hot, buggy climate.
This fly sheet is the best for insect protection and airflow. The 350D extra fine “window screen” nylon mesh protects against the widest range of biting insects, such as tiny gnats, mosquitos, and flies. It’s extremely breathable and stays cool in direct sunlight, providing 40% UV protection. The fabric withstands playful turnout, making this perfect for your horse to wear all summer with a 2-year warranty!
Our Cutback Wither fly sheets cut away at the withers to provide a rub-free fit for horses with high-head carriage and a lower wither. The larger neck opening and sloped net line cut back for the withers make this the perfect design for Arabians, Fresians, Saddlebreds, and Tennessee Walkers.
The open front option features double front snaps with new and improved wider hook and loop closures, allowing you to easily adjust the fly sheet for the perfect amount of “snugness” at the front of the chest. Plus, the snaps make it easy to put on and remove.
The criss-cross surcingle closure option adjusts to keep the fly sheet from sliding side to side. Brass-plated hardware comes with locking bands and detachable elastic leg straps for increased security.
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Brand
Mosquito Mesh
Filter Durability
Playful
The most accurate and easiest way to determine your horse’s blanket size is to measure along the side of their body, from chest to tail. First, stand the horse square on a flat surface. Measure from the center of the chest, straight back to the very edge of the tail. Make sure to measure along the widest part of their shoulder and hindquarters. The number of inches measured in this way is your horse’s size. Look on the size chart for any Schneiders blanket for this number of inches to order your horse’s perfect size.
Overall rating: 4.5261707 / 5 from 726 reviews.
This Schneiders® Mosquito Mesh® II Cutback Adjusta-Fit® Surcingle Fly Sheet offers excellent protection against small to medium-sized insects and provides 40% UV protection. The 350D extra fine nylon mesh ensures exceptional airflow, making it ideal for horses in moderate to hot climates. The reflective stripes enhance safety, and the SilverTek™ technology provides antibacterial properties. The fit is contoured for comfort, especially for horses with high head carriage and lower withers.
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"This fits my big Appendix mare and her neck and shoulders well, no rubs. She gets welts from bug bites and this helps significantly. No welts where she is covered. Very lightweight, great color. No rips so far. I would love if the tail flap was almost twice as long."
"I carefully measured my horse according to the sizing instructions, but this sheet still does not fit properly through her large shoulders. I am also disappointed with the overall quality. I have owned older Schneiders fly sheet styles that fit better, felt more durable, and were much better made. Unfortunately, this newer style does not compare, and I would not purchase it again."
"I love this fly sheet, it has protection for my horses shoulder, is lightweight and breathable, yet durable and mostly rip proof. It fits super well, and has many adjusments to make for the perfect fit and best feature is the way the neck piece is attached it is a strethy material that allows for movement but without exposing any area to flies, great - great sheet!"
"I should have read all the negative reviews. Seems like they are aware of the belly band issue. I have no problems with the fit of other blankets in her usual size but this one doesn’t let me close the belly band even fully extended. My horse is not overweight. Company won’t let me return it because I wrote on the tag, even though the blanket is unused and clean. Very disappointing."
"I am satisfied with my mesh blanket. I have ordered them before, they seem to make my horse a little cooler. My horse destroyed it within two days and she is in a pasture by her self, but I had it replaced and I was really satisfied, even with the new color. It is good quality."
"Fits so good, is breathable in the hot Texas heat. Doesn’t rub shoulders or the mane out. And it’s pretty to look at!"
"Love these. Bought 2 last year and it really allows the mares to stay outside without the fly aggravation. Great quality. The belly band provides comfort for the flies that get under them. The fine mesh allows air flow and keeps the hair coat from getting fried. Bought 4 more for the broodmares this year"
"Finding a good fit for my 15. 1 hand Oldenburg mare who's built a bit like a Quarter horse is challenging. Blankets and sheets tend to ride back and pull hard across her chest. Her previous Weatherbeeta sheet fit well otherwise but was super tight right where her neck met her shoulder and it put a lot of pressure there. That can't be comfortable or healthy! Two things that could be improved: The velcro at the front of the chest is a little small or wimpy. Sometimes when the staff at the boarding barn put it on and don't line it up very carefully, it comes undone right away. Second, the tail cover sticks straight out the back so it's a little hard to know if it's providing much protection. It's just a bit awkward. Final note: there are a lot of metal rings on this setup that jingle when she walks. Not necessarily a problem but just something to know."
"I appreciate how well thought out this flysheet design is. There is lining in all of the right places to prevent rubs. I am not worried about the neck cover causing mane loss. The mesh provides good coverage from flys and mosquitos. I live in the southeast and I find that this mesh doesn't trap much heat. As always I appreciate that Schneiders has matching product lines. I have purchases a flymask and fly boots to go with the sheet."
"Fits well and keeps the biting bugs off my gelding. However, for the price I would expect better snaps. Not even one season of use and the snaps are corroding and/or rusting. Very dissappointed in this."
