Schneiders® X-Spand® Mosquito Mesh® II Fly Mask Without Ears

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Schneiders® X-Spand® Mosquito Mesh® II Fly Mask Without Ears

Overview

The Most Comfortable Fly Mask Your Horse Will Want to Wear

Now you can get the most comfortable-fitting fly mask with reflective trim along the mask and on the hook and loop closure for additional safety precautions. This fly mask without ears combines our 350D extra fine “window screen” nylon mesh with a Lycra material jaw, allowing your horse to move their jaw naturally without restriction while keeping bugs out - ensuring the most comfortable fit for all-day wear. With no ear coverage, this is a perfect option for horses with ears that may be sensitive to touch since the mask slides over their nose and hooks around their poll. The X-Spand® mask also blocks up to 40% of the sun’s damaging UV rays while providing plenty of airflow to ensure your horse is happy.

  • The most comfortable fly mask with the best insect protection
  • Allows your horse to move their jaw naturally without restriction
  • Constructed from a 350D extra fine “window screen” nylon mesh
  • Reflective trim along the mask and on hook and loop closure increases visibility
  • Features a patented X-Spand® Stretch Jaw made from lycra
  • Best at protecting against small to medium-sized biting insects
  • 40% UV protection level
  • Better airflow for horses that have access to shelter and live in a moderate to warm climate

Key benefits

The Most Comfortable Material with Optimal Insect Protection

This fly mask combines our 350D extra fine “window screen” nylon mesh with our patented X-Spand® lycra jaw, creating the MOST COMFORTABLE fitting fly mask. The lycra jaw is form-fitting, leaving no gaps for flies. It allows your horse to move their jaw naturally without restriction, providing insect protection against small biting insects, like gnats and midges, and medium-sized insects, like stable and deer flies. It’s well-fitted with wide eye darts, offers better airflow for horses that live in moderate to warm climates, and provides 40% UV protection.

Everything You Need to Know About Fly Masks

The Patented X-Spand® Lycra Jaw for Fit and Comfort

The X-Spand® Lycra Jaw makes this the most comfortable fly mask available! The form-fitting design leaves no gaps for insects to get through and does not restrict your horse’s natural grazing motion. With this fly mask, you’ll discover your horse can move their jaw naturally without restriction, staying comfortable all day. U.S. Patent # 16/850,106

Without Ears for a Happy Horse

If your horse has sensitive ears, they may be irritated by fly masks with ear coverage. This mask WITHOUT Ears provides your horse with the same great insect protection to their face and eyes but keeps their ears free, allowing your horse to be more comfortable. This mask slides over their nose and secures on their poll like a halter with a hook and loop closure. Sensitive horses may prefer that to a mask that goes over the ears.

Forelock Saver Design to Keep Your Horse’s Eye Clear

This forelock-saver design keeps your horse’s forelock pulled out of the mask, keeping it out of your horse’s eyes. Whether you select with or without ears, both versions will keep your horse’s forelock-free!

Easy On and Off with Secure Closure

This mask easily slides on your horse’s head and secures on their poll like a halter with a reflective hook and loop closure at the poll, allowing for size adjustment and extra security.

Added Reflective Trim for Safety

For extra safety precautions, we’ve added reflective trim along the mask and on the hook and loop closure to enhance visibility in low-light and dark scenarios.

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X-Spand

Filter Durability

Light Play

Overall rating: 4.368421 / 5 from 38 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

This fly mask offers a great fit and comfort for horses, featuring a durable 350D nylon mesh and Lycra jaw for natural movement. It provides excellent insect protection and blocks up to 40% of UV rays, with reflective trims for visibility. While opinions vary on sizing, many customers find it the best fly mask they've used.

Summary topics

  • Comfort and Fit: 27%
  • Fly Mask Effectiveness: 35%
  • Mesh Quality: 15%

Review topics: ["size","fit","material","buy","style","summer","fly mask","mask","horse","idea","head","mesh","velcro","flies","mare","stretch","option","mess","jaw"].

Review highlights

  • "My horse is picky about fly masks, and has an unusual sized head."Genevieve N.
  • "I like that the mesh on this one is a lot finer and that the poll strap is adjustable."Amber
  • "I would buy this mask again"Karen

Reviews

My gelding is hyper-sensitive to

"My gelding is hyper-sensitive to bug bites and has worn this mask for 3 summers, and gets great protection on his face"

Dawn G. (5/5)

Great Concept But Short Lifespan

"I have two of these fly masks. There are so many reasons to love them — the visibility for my senior and no restriction to the jaw when grazing. The downside is that that stretch material disintegrates over time. I’ve had the masks for one full summer and now we’ve finished the second summer but the masks are done because the Lycra has slowly fallen apart. It’s a pricey mask for short life span. Concept is great — hope they improve the material under the jaw."

Reiko (4/5)

x span mosquito mask

"fits well, holds its form well, my horse loves it! The under the jaw stretch material is not a sweaty hard mess like other masks and the top velcro is really adjustable."

Nancy A. (5/5)

Actually Stays On

"I have lost several fly masks, but so far my mare hasn't been able to get this one off! In fact I think she may even like it. The Velcro over the poll is genius, and the stretchy jaw makes a world of difference as far as fit goes. She has a petite little face and this mask fits her to a T and protects her from bugs. She does get sweaty under the fleece, but we live in Houston so there's no way to avoid the heat. I'm very pleased with this mask!"

Lisa T. (5/5)

Nice mask but doesn’t fit my horse

"I like this mask a lot. I typically buy the stretchy bug eye style but wanted to explore this style. I like the stretch under the jaw to not impede natural chewing. The fit issue is that my mare has a big-boned head, big eyes, and long eyelashes (she’s an Iberian / mustang cross), and this was touching her eyes too much. If you have a horse with a more delicate-boned head or smaller eyes this would be a great option. I’m keeping it and storing it in my stash of horse stuff for a future horse, lol. For my mare I’ll stick with the bug-eye ones; I bought one those from Schneiders with a butterfly print and we love it! Much more durable than the main competitor."

Kelsey W. (4/5)

Great mask!

"Fits great, easy to put on and best of all it washes well!!!"

Kay P. (5/5)

Great Option

"My horse is picky about fly masks, and has an unusual sized head. This has been the mask he likes best. Not having the Velcro on the bottom makes it a little awkward to put on but the stretchy soft material there seems to make the comfort difference for the horse. I think the blue mesh may also be something my horse prefers, maybe it is easier to see through? My only complaint is the white fleece trim - instantly not white anymore! lol."

Genevieve N. (5/5)

Best mask!

"Love this new mask! Fits best on my QH gelding. With the forelock saver even better. Please make one with a nose too!"

Janice L. (5/5)

Nice Flymask

"Nice fly mask, the stretch panel on the bottom is heavy duty. I was a little disappointed with the quality, but its breathable. I did expect it to be a little more durable but overall its nice. I have a horse that is in between cob and Full and this is too big on her but I can at least make the Velcro tighter overall cool concept!"

Amanda T. (4/5)

Great product, wish there was bigger size options

"The mask is a very cool concept and I love every aspect. I have 2 warmbloods and an OTTB - this mask does not fit any of my horses unfortunately and even impedes the eyelashes on both my warmbloods. I had to return these items - would buy them again but they do not offer larger sizing."

Brittany (3/5)

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