When the bugs are bad, the sun is glaring, and you need to protect your draft horse from the widest range of flying insects, reach for this fly sheet with an open front design and a surcingle closure for extra protection. 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 comfortable V-Free® Wither Relief fit option that relieves pressure on low to moderate-withered horses. This sheet is the most comprehensive defense for your draft horse during the fly season.
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 V-Free® Wither Relief fly sheets are designed to prevent rubbing and relieve pressure on low to moderate-withered horses. With the larger neck opening and sloped neckline that covers the shoulders, this fit is designed specifically for draft horses who tend to have a sloped shoulder conformation. The drop on these sheets is longer than a stable sheet, allowing a slight wrap around the barrel. Darts at the hip form a contoured fit around the rump. V-Free® Wither Relief sheets begin where the mane ends, leaving the mane uncovered with fleece placed where the mane meets the sheet, further preventing rubbing.
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: 4.549107 / 5 from 672 reviews.
This Schneiders® Mosquito Mesh® II V-Free® Adjusta-Fit® Surcingle Draft Fly Sheet offers comprehensive protection for draft horses from a wide range of flying insects. The fine nylon mesh material ensures exceptional airflow while keeping bugs at bay. It features reflective stripes for safety and antibacterial SilverTek™ technology. The V-Free® Wither Relief fit provides comfort, and the sheet is highly praised for its quality and durability.
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"I got this for my mare that has severe allergies. I needed something that would give full coverage but that she could wear all summer long without overheating. This fly sheet is pretty lightweight considering how much coverage it gives! The belly band helps tremendously with that. I've struggled with hoods falling down over time, but not with this product! Highly recommend this product."
"I first tried this fly sheet on my 17. 2 hh guy who can be tough on his sheets. That was 2 years ago and it’s still in great shape. I purchased 2 more for my 2 girls. We live in the southeast USA and it’s hot and humid and there are a lot of bugs. This fly sheet is comfy for them with the elastic panel between the attached neck and the sheet, and the belly band offers perfect protection and adjustability. The material is breathable. It is my favorite fly sheet by far."
"I originally purchased another sheet that I was unhappy with. Schneiders immediately reached out and offered a refund so I could buy something that fit my horses needs better. This fits perfectly, (size 78 with a size L neck piece) keeps her cool, and does a great job with keeping the flies and mosquitoes away from her skin. Will continue to buy these for my other horses."
"I called Schneiders to discuss if they made a fly sheet to fit a Connemara that was built like the older lines of quarter horses. In essence a stocky horse. So I purchased the sheet and hood last summer and the velcro will not stay together and the sheet slides back and velcro comes apart on top of putting pressure on his shoulders when moving and grazing. In addition when it comes apart the rough part of the velcro rubs my horse’s shoulder. So I tried using the 1st D ring but it was not an option as the sheet would remain open under neck if it was used. The sheet is very sturdy but doesn’t fit a stocky horse unless he’s a statute that never moves. Also the velcro on the hood will not stay closed either when hooked to a halter or not. If I buy a larger size I feel it would just slide back and again be in the same situation. Disappointed for sure as I have always liked Schneider’s products."
"With the adjustable options, I was able to get a perfect fit for my large warmblood. It is very well-made and can withstand the rolling and play from a 2 year old."
"Appears to be a well made fly sheet with great protection. It was purchased for a warmblood that is allergic to just about every bug possible. Hopefully this will help."
"My horse is a Belgium Draft Cross. The Schneider's flysheet is the only brand which fits him correctly. It is lightweight and breathable, perfect for the hot and humid weather in the southeast of the United States. I highly recommend the product."
"This is a very high quality fly sheet, very pleased with how it fits my mare. She is not being bothered and this makes us all very happy."
"No matter how I adjust the neck on this fly sheet it cuts into my horses throat. The material seems ok but the opening for the neck needs an angle change. When horses put their head down to eat it gets way too tight. And if you loosen it then the fly sheet just slides further back and causes the same issue but worse."
"I needed full fly protection for my Cushing’s horse who sweats easily and this fits the bill. It’s a light mesh sheet that’s very adjustable to fit my horse. It washes well and has held up for almost a year. My only problem is it rubs my quarter horses withers, but it’s still the best fly protection for her because it’ light weight and she doesn’t overheat in it."
