ARMORFlex® Challenger II Cutback Wither Adjusta-Fit® Surcingle Mini Turnout Blanket

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ARMORFlex® Challenger II Cutback Wither Adjusta-Fit® Surcingle Mini Turnout Blanket

Built to Stand Up to Everyday Turnout

Stays waterproof to 15,000 mm through rain and wet snow, in a 1200-denier ripstop shell, rated Level 4 for horses who are hard on their turnout gear. 220g Medium Weight fill, cut to our Cutback Wither fit and backed by a 7-year warranty.
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Room for an Upright Head Carriage
Designed with our Cutback fit, this blanket is well suited for horses with a naturally sloped shoulder, low to flat shorter wither, nicely toned muscle, and flatter topline. The cutback wither leaves the mane untouched and is often suited to horses with a more upright head carriage or longer mane.
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Waterproof, and Tough Enough for Everyday Turnout
A waterproof 1200 denier ripstop polyester outer with wider binding and reinforced stitching, built to stand up to everyday wear and tear. Rated Level 4, Active Playful. Waterproofing is rated to 15,000 mm.
Built to Stand Up to Everyday Turnout feature callout diagram
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Stays Put, and Lets Your Horse Move
Crisscross surcingles pass under the belly for greater stability. Detachable elastic leg straps keep the blanket from turning, and come off for cleaning or replacement. The extended gussets let your horse move freely.
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Blocks Wind and Rain, Easy to Spot at Dusk
A large tail cover gives extra protection from wind and rain. A reflective stripe runs across it, so your horse is easier to pick out in low light.

Finding the Right Fit

Measure once, order once. Most horses nail their size on the first try.
Step 1: Gather your supplies
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Gather Your SuppliesYou'll need a soft measuring tape. A second pair of hands helps keep it level.
Step 2: Measure chest to tail
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Measure Chest to TailRun the tape from the center of the chest to the center of the tail. Keep it level.
Step 3: Note the measurement
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Note the MeasurementRead the tape at the tail and record the number in inches.
Step 4: Round up if between sizes
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Round Up If Between SizesAlways size up when you land between measurements.
Size chart · 7 sizes
Size Chart — ARMORFlex® Challenger II Turnout Blanket
SizeChest to Tail (Inches)
3635–36 in
3837–38 in
4039–40 in
4241–42 in
4443–44 in
4645–46 in
4847–48 in
Cutback Wither Fit Guide Designed with our Cutback fit, this blanket is well suited for horses with a naturally sloped shoulder, low to flat shorter wither, nicely toned muscle, and flatter topline. The cutback wither leaves the mane untouched and is often suited to horses with a more upright head carriage or longer mane. Measure chest to tail, along the side of the body across the widest part of the shoulder and hindquarters. If you land between sizes, size up — a snug fit causes pinching and rubs. Unsure which fit is right for your horse? Use our Blanket Fit Finder.

Questions about fit? Call or chat — we have horse people on staff.

What Horse Owners Are Saying

4.7 out of 5 · 884 verified reviews

★★★★★
I purchased this mini-blanket for my 200 lb goat to wear in the winter. It fits him fabulous, and he looks handsome in it! It has held up wonderful all winter, and kept him warm and dry. Would definitely purchase again! A good price for a smaller blanket.
Warmbloodinoregon — ARMORFlex® Challenger II owner ✓ Verified
★★★★★
Bought this for my 150 pound pack goat ~ Gustave. He loved it the first time I put it on him. Has kept him protected from wind and snow this winter in Montana. I will definitely stick with Schneider's Dura-Tech Miniature Blanket to keep Gustave a happy, warm goat.
Sroo — ARMORFlex® Challenger II owner ✓ Verified
★★★★★
We are using our mini blanket on our mini Zebu, Diesel. We had a hard time finding a blanket that would fit him, but this blanket is perfect. Very good quality and very durable. I would recommend this product to anyone e with a mini. . . horse or Zebu!.
Jackie — ARMORFlex® Challenger II owner ✓ Verified

What's Inside the ARMORFlex® Challenger II Turnout Blanket

Construction & Protection

Outer Shell
Outer Shell
1200 Denier Ripstop Polyester — wider binding and reinforced stitching to stand up to everyday turnout.
Waterproofing
Waterproofing
Rated to 15,000 mm — stays waterproof through rain and wet snow, not just a shower
Breathability
Breathability
Superior — vents heat and moisture out through the shell, so your horse does not end up damp underneath
Lining
Lining
Smooth nylon lining that slides over the coat instead of pulling at it
Fill Weight
Fill Weight
Available in: 220g Medium Weight. This fit also comes in Sheet (0g).
Play Level
Play Level
Level 4, Active Playful — rated for horses who are hard on their turnout gear
Warranty
Warranty
7 years

Fit & Function

Fit
Fit
Cutback Wither
Front Closure
Front Closure
Open front — opens at the chest, so it’s easier to get on and off without pulling over the head
Belly Closure
Belly Closure
Crisscross surcingles — cross under the belly to hold the blanket steady
Shoulder Gussets
Shoulder Gussets
Better gusset design for additional freedom of movement
Tail Cover
Tail Cover
Large tail cover for extra protection
Visibility
Visibility
Reflective trim at the gusset patches, plus a reflective stripe across the tail cover — easier to spot in a dark field
Leg Straps
Leg Straps
Included
Free EZ-View Blanket Bag
Free EZ-View Blanket Bag
Included free — a clear-front storage bag so you can see which blanket is inside without unzipping it

A Dry, Comfortable Horse Every Turnout, Guaranteed for Seven Years: The ARMORFlex® Challenger II Turnout Blanket

Your beloved mini horse can conquer any weather challenge with the ARMORFlex® Challenger II Mini Turnout Blanket. It’s constructed with a 1200D ripstop polyester material that provides extreme durability, making it the perfect choice for your most playful mini. This blanket features improved waterproofing and breathability ratings with exceptional breathability, ensuring your horse stays dry and comfortable all season.
  • Designed with our Cutback fit, for a naturally sloped shoulder and a low to flat, shorter wither with a flatter topline — the cutback wither leaves the mane untouched. Unsure which fit is right for your horse? Use our Blanket Fit Finder.
  • Crafted with 1200D ripstop polyester for extreme durability
  • Designed to withstand the rigors of the most playful horses
  • Teflon coating that adds longevity to the waterproofing, enhances durability, and provides stain resistance
  • Offers enhanced durability due to wider binding and reinforced stitching
  • Reflective gusset patches and tail stripes that enhances visibility, ensuring safety in low-light conditions
  • Available in our Cutback fit
  • Improved waterproof and breathability ratings to:
  • 15,000 mm waterproof performance surpasses competitors’ 3,000–5,000 mm levels for unmatched protection.
  • Free Blanket Bag with Purchase
  • Backed by a 7 year Warranty

Everything the ARMORFlex® Family Offers

Fits, shells, closures and warmth levels across Challenger II and Pro, so you can pick the right one, not just the one you landed on.

No More Rubbing: Choose the Fit That Matches Your Horse’s Build

Our ARMORFlex blankets come in one of these four fits. They differ at the shoulder and wither, which is exactly where a blanket rubs or pinches.

Upright shoulder, high well-defined wither

VTEK®

Designed with our VTEK® Wither Relief fit, this blanket is well suited for horses with an upright shoulder, a high, very well-defined wither of moderate length, a balanced topline from wither to croup, strong muscling, and heavier bone structure.

Sloped shoulder, moderately defined wither

V-Free®

Designed with our V-Free® Wither Relief fit, this blanket is well suited for horses with a naturally sloped shoulder, moderately defined shorter wither, strong topline from wither to croup, and shorter coupled, well-muscled build.

SelectedLow to flat wither, longer mane

Cutback

Designed with our Cutback fit, this blanket is well suited for horses with a naturally sloped shoulder, low to flat shorter wither, nicely toned muscle, and flatter topline. The cutback wither leaves the mane untouched and is often suited to horses with a more upright head carriage or longer mane.

Older horses, prominent wither and sunken shoulders

Senior VTEK®

Designed with our Senior VTEK® Wither Relief fit, this blanket is well suited for older horses with a high, prominent wither, sunken shoulders, a weakening topline, and protruding hip bones.

Not sure which suits your horse? Use the Blanket Fit Finder

On Challenger II and Pro

Adjusta-Fit®: An Adjustable Neck Opening for a Custom Fit

Get a snug, comfortable fit at the neck and shoulders, set to the horse in front of you. The patented Adjusta-Fit® system gives you two inches of adjustment, so you can customize the neck opening for horses of different widths and head carriages, from wide warmbloods and stock horses to narrow thoroughbreds and Arabians.

2 Levels of Durability

Both lines share many of the same great features and fits. What changes is the shell: Challenger II rates our highest for waterproofing and breathability, while Pro is cut from our toughest fabric and guaranteed for life. Match it to the weather your horse lives in, and how hard they are on a blanket.

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ARMORFlex® Challenger II

  • Warranty 7-year guarantee
  • Activity level Level 4, Active Playful: horses who are hard on their turnout gear
  • Material 1200D ripstop polyester
  • Waterproofing Best, and Superior for breathability: our highest on both

ARMORFlex® Pro

  • Warranty Lifetime guarantee
  • Activity level Level 5, Most Playful: horses hardest on their turnout gear
  • Material 1680D Ballistic Nylon, our toughest shell
  • Finish Teflon coated and seam-sealed, with an Aridity® bamboo charcoal lining on insulated Pro blankets
Shop ARMORFlex® Pro

Customize Your Closures & Warmth for the Perfect Level of Protection

Closures

Belly Closures

Bellyband

adds warmth and coverage underneath

Crisscross surcingles

cross under the belly to hold the blanket steady

Front Closures

Open front

opens at the chest, so it’s easier to get on and off without pulling over the head

Closed front

no front hardware to come undone, and no extra bulk when layering

Warmth Level
Warmth levels across ARMORFlex turnoutFive insulation weights from Sheet to Heavy Weight, each with the outside temperature it suits for a full or trace-clipped coat and for a fully clipped coat, and which line offers it.SheetNo insulationFull coat or trace clippedAs needed for rain or windFully clipped50–65°FChallenger II and ProTekno-FleeceMoisture-wicking fleeceFull coat or trace clipped30–50°FFully clipped40–60°FChallenger II onlyLight Weight100g Challenger · 80g ProFull coat or trace clipped30–50°FFully clipped40–60°FChallenger II: Senior VTEK onlyMedium Weight220gFull coat or trace clipped30–45°FFully clipped35–50°FChallenger II and ProHeavy Weight380gFull coat or trace clipped15–30°FFully clipped20–40°FChallenger II and Prono fillmost fill

Temperature guidance from the Schneiders Blanket Warmth and Temperature Guide. Ranges are a starting point: stabling, clipping and wind all shift them. Read the guide ›

Overview

The Ultimate Mini Horse Protection

Your beloved mini horse can conquer any weather challenge with the ARMORFlex® Challenger II Mini Turnout Blanket. It’s constructed with a 1200D ripstop polyester material that provides extreme durability, making it the perfect choice for your most playful mini. This blanket features improved waterproofing and breathability ratings with exceptional breathability, ensuring your horse stays dry and comfortable all season.

  • Crafted with 1200D ripstop polyester for extreme durability
  • Designed to withstand the rigors of the most playful horses
  • 3M Teflon coating that adds longevity to the waterproofing, enhances durability, and provides stain resistance
  • Offers enhanced durability due to wider binding and reinforced stitching
  • 3M reflective gusset patches and tail stripes that enhances visibility, ensuring safety in low-light conditions
  • Available in our Cutback fit
  • Improved waterproof and breathability ratings to:
  • 15,000 mm waterproof performance surpasses competitors’ 3,000–5,000 mm levels for unmatched protection.
  • Free Blanket Bag with Purchase
  • Backed by a 7 year Warranty

Key benefits

A Cutback Design to Prevent Rubbing

Our Cutback Wither fit cuts 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 shoulder with cutback withers make this the perfect design for your miniature horse. The cutback wither is also a favorite when caring for long-mane horses, so manes are not damaged.

An Extremely Durable Turnout Blanket

Our ARMORFlex® Challenger II series is constructed from an extremely durable 1200D ripstop polyester that offers a tough durability rating for the most playful horse that’s constantly running, playing, and likely getting into blanket-tugging antics with other horses. We back this blanket with a 7-year warranty! Plus, the new special Schneiders logo, nylon lining is breathable and keeps your horse’s coat soft, smooth, and shiny throughout the season.

Warmth Levels for Your Mini’s Weather Needs

Choose the level of insulation that's right for your mini horse. ARMORFlex® mini blankets are available in a sheet or medium-weight option to fit your needs. Whether you need a sheet for your short coat mini while weather transitions or a medium-weight blanket for bitter winter days, the ARMORFlex® series has you covered.

Improved Waterproofing That Keeps Your Horse Warm & Dry

All of our ARMORFlex® blankets are extremely waterproof due to being seam-sealed and 3M Teflon coated, which adds longevity to the waterproofing, enhances durability, and provides stain resistance. These blankets feature top-tier technology in fabric treatment, offering full protection against galloping downpours while remaining breathable. Any water will simply bead up and roll off the material, maintaining your horse’s warmth and comfort in practically any weather. 3M Teflon™ even extends the blanket's life, helping repel 95% of water and oil-based stains with 25-40% faster drying times.

An Open-Front Design for Comfort

The open front option features double front snaps with a new wider hook and loop closures that assist in keeping the open front from separating for a more secure fit. It allows for easy adjustment for the perfect amount of “snugness” at the front of the chest to alleviate gaps. Plus, the snaps make it easy to put on and remove.

Better Gusset Design for Additional Freedom

Our reinforced gussets extend higher and more forward, allowing greater freedom of motion for the shoulder, and preventing rubbing on the shoulders. This innovative design offers additional freedom and comfort for your horse.

Criss-Cross Surcingle Closure for Security and Protection

The criss-cross surcingle closure option adjusts to the center to keep the blanket from sliding from side to side. The t-post hardware features locking bands and detachable elastic leg straps for increased security

Large Tail Cover for Extra Protection

The larger tail cover provides additional protection from wind and harsh weather, such as rain or snow, to keep your horse as warm as possible.

New 3M Reflective Features for Visibility

This blanket features 3m reflective piping threaded into the entire binding for safety. Light from the moon or cars reflects off the binding, providing high visibility, making it easy to see your horse during dusk or night turnout.

Leg Straps Included

Set the blanket at the optimum snugness with the included detachable, elastic leg straps that help keep it in place. They adjust from 20" to 38" and stretch as the horse moves with double brass-plated snaps for easy on and off.

7-Year Warranty

We proudly stand behind our products, with a customer satisfaction guarantee, because your trust and horse’s comfort matter most. We are so confident about the durability and workmanship of the ARMORFlex® Challenger II that it’s backed by a 7-year warranty.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Overall rating: 4.7058825 / 5 from 289 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The ARMORFlex® Challenger II Mini Turnout Blanket is highly recommended for its excellent fit, quality, and durability. Customers appreciate its waterproof and breathable features, making it suitable for miniature horses. The blanket's reflective patches enhance safety, and it comes with a blanket bag and a 7-year warranty.

Summary topics

  • Fit and Quality (43%): A significant amount of customers expressed appreciation for the great fit and quality of this blanket, making it highly recommended.
  • Value for Money (6%): Customers expressed appreciation for the good quality and great price of the product at a great price.
  • Fit (37%): Many customers expressed satisfaction with the fit of the product, stating that it fits perfectly and true to size.
  • Quality (19%): Based on a significant number of customers, the general consensus is that the product has great quality.
  • Waterproof Turnout (6%): Customers keep praising the great waterproof turnout, with many describing it as excellent, perfect, and outstanding.

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Review highlights

  • "Ordered two for my hard-to-fit mini donkeys and am very pleased with the fit, quality and price." — Baer13
  • "A great blanket with a good fit for a fat mini." — Barb
  • "The sheet fits wonderfully and the minis look great in them." — Carl B.

Reviews

Continued Satisfaction

"We've been ordering horse blankets for our mini donkeys from Schneiders for years now as we've added to our herd - 7 blankets in total. So far this blanket allows for the best mobility and seems to be most comfortable compared to the other adjusta-fit blankets we have. Love that Schneiders keeps trying to make their products even better, and even for minis! Thanks Schneiders, 100% satisfied!"

— Vincent G. (5/5)

Peaches loves it

"I love that it fits my mini and it is made with the same details and quality as a regular horse blanket. She deserves a blanket that’s just as nice as the ones her pasture mates wear."

— Lola (5/5)

Great blanket

"Fits my smaller paso perfectly and keeps her warm and dry. Quality is great."

— Lola (5/5)

Comfortable mini stallion

"The mini stallion had a good winter wearing this coat in the severe storms Downeast Maine had. Great wind and waterproofing."

— ELIZABETH C. (5/5)

Mini Turnout Blanket

"This is a great blanket! It stays in place really well, even with the cutback wither. My little mare is very active, and it doesn't shift through all of her running and rolling. It sheds dirt and water, and stays looking very nice. The weight is just right for my trace-clipped pony in our Idaho winter. My only complaint is that the surcingles were WAY too long adjusted as short as they could be, and I had to shorten them a bunch. The leg straps are also too long at their shortest adjustment. It is such a nice blanket that I chose to do these minor modifications to make it perfect."

— Mary B. (4/5)

Cute, great quality coat!

"I never thought I’d be able to find a blanket to fit my 33 year old miniature donkey, much less such great quality and easy to put on and get off! With the extreme cold we were having and her recent weight loss, I needed ASAP, and was so surprised when it arrived in just three days! The 7 year warranty is unheard of!"

— Debbie B. (5/5)

Very happy with this blanket

"Very happy with this blanket . It arrived quickly and was sized right and it’s very durable and wears well."

— James F. (5/5)

Excellent quality

"I received my Turnout sheet for my mini donkey and it fits him amazingly. The quality is excellent and it’s been in the rain already and it hold up great. Thanks so much."

— MICHELLE V. (5/5)

Tough, waterproof & gussets make it a WIN!

"Withstood 40 mph winds, great gussets where needed to fit a chubby mini's build, rub the heck out of it, and keeps him DRY!!!! So needed here in OH."

— MAYME H. (5/5)

Above my expectations!

"I was extremely pleased when my blanket for peanut arrived. I thought the cost would be a lot higher for the quality of blanket that I got for her. I bought from Snyder’s because I had masks for my miniatures that I bought from them and they were above my expectations so far I’ve been extremely happy with everything I’ve gotten from Schneider’s And I really appreciate that in today’s business world. Usually with other companies I’ve dealt with, I have been disappointed, but this time it was just absolutely out of this world. I have found a home for buying for my horses. I do appreciate Schneider‘s and will continue to always do business with them. Thank you so much."

— Cherry L. (5/5)

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