Four Legs. All Day. No Stomping.
The flies are relentless, but they don't have to win. Mosquito Mesh™ II fly boots block insects at every leg — all four of them — so your horse can rest, graze, and move the way he's supposed to.
Fly Boots That Fall Down Aren't Protecting Anyone
Constant Stomping Leads to Real Injury Risk
So why does this keep happening, season after season? Part of it is that most riders reach for the same solutions and expect different results. Fly spray works — for about forty-five minutes, until it sweats off in summer heat or evaporates in direct sun. Then you're back to square one, and your horse doesn't remind you he needs a reapplication. He just goes back to stomping.
Inexpensive fly boots seem like the logical next step, but they introduce problems of their own. Mass-market versions are typically made from open-weave polyester that's far too coarse to stop the smallest insects — gnats and no-see-ums slip right through. Worse, many are cut loose enough that they migrate down the leg within an hour of turnout, bunching at the fetlock like a pair of slouchy socks. A boot that doesn't stay up isn't protecting anything; it's just another thing to fish out of the mud.
There's also a widespread misconception that fly boots trap heat and are therefore harmful during summer. This belief causes a lot of riders to skip leg protection entirely during the hottest months — exactly when fly pressure is at its peak. The reality depends entirely on materials and construction. A well-engineered mesh boot can actually encourage airflow around the leg, cooling as it protects. A poorly designed one traps moisture and warmth. Riders have no good way to tell the difference at the point of purchase.
The result is that many horses go through an entire summer unprotected below the knee. Owners who do try fly boots often give up after a week when they find them bunched at the pastern or gone missing in the pasture. It feels like an unsolvable problem — but it isn't an insect problem at its root. It's an equipment problem. The wrong boot, made from the wrong material, cut the wrong way, will fail every time.
Mosquito Mesh™ II: Slip On, Stay On, Block Out
The Mosquito Mesh™ II starts with material science that most fly boot manufacturers simply don't bother with. The outer shell is woven from 350-denier extra-fine window screen mesh — the same tight weave used in household insect screens engineered to stop even the smallest pests. That means no-see-ums, gnats, and mosquitos can't penetrate, full stop. The mesh blocks them physically, without any chemical treatments or pesticide residue against your horse's skin.
The non-fitted design is intentional, not a shortcut. Unlike fitted boots requiring closures and careful sizing, the Mosquito Mesh™ II slips on over the hoof and sits against the leg with enough structure to stay put without gripping too tightly. The top and bottom edges are finished with vulcanized rubber binding — the same durable material used in quality boot manufacturing worldwide — which creates just enough friction to keep the boot from migrating down during a full day of turnout. Put them on in the morning; they're still where you left them when you bring your horse in at dusk.
This generation of the boot adds a full-length reflective strip running the length of each boot — a detail that matters more than it might initially seem. Horses in early-morning or late-evening turnout, in low-light paddocks, or on trail rides near roads are meaningfully more visible to vehicles with that strip in place. The 40% UV protection built into the mesh is doing double duty at the same time: physically blocking insects while reducing the UV exposure that causes coat fade and sun sensitivity on the lower legs, particularly for horses with light-colored or pink-skinned areas.
Schneiders has been making protective gear for horses from its Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania facility since 1948 — 78 years of listening to what riders and barn managers actually need from a product. The Mosquito Mesh™ II isn't a rebranded generic; it's a design developed and refined specifically for horses that spend real time outside in real summer conditions. A complete set of four covers every leg for under $50. That's Schneiders doing what it's done for nearly eight decades: solving the problem without overcharging for it.
Mosquito Mesh® II Fine Weave.
Engineered mesh weave blocks insects at the leg without trapping heat or moisture, keeping skin cool and dry all day.
Slip-On Speed, All-Day Grip
Non-fitted design stretches to fit most horses and holds position without buckles, preventing bunching and tripping hazards.
What Riders Are Saying
"Great for my mule. One of the only sets that does not rub her raw and she leaves them on. They last a whole season and sometimes two."
"They are amazing. They work. They stay on!!!!!"
"They’re easy to hose off & they dry quickly. No sore spots compared to other fly boots that rubbed a sore on my horse’s foot. I ordered a second set while they were on sales"
How Three Fly-Boot Designs Compare
Compare published construction, coverage, airflow, UV, sizing, and visibility details before choosing protection for your horse’s legs.
| Feature | Schneiders Schneiders® Mosquito Mesh® II Non-Fitted Fly Boots - Set of 4 | Kensington 73% UV Bubble Fly Boots - Set of 4 | Shoofly Leggins |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boots included | Set of 4 | Set of 4 | Set of 4 |
| Published main material | 350D extra-fine window-screen nylon mesh | USA-made 1000 x 2000 denier Textilene® fabric | Flexible plastic mesh |
| Published retention or support details | Rubber bindings at the top and bottom; the PDP also lists flexible stays and a full-length hook-and-loop closure | Long vertical hook-and-loop closure with fleece trim at the top and bottom | Heavy-duty Velcro fasteners and sewn-in plastic stays; the detail sheet notes that Mini and Pony/Donkey sizes do not require a stay |
| Published airflow detail | Non-fitted style described as allowing exceptional airflow | Mesh construction listed at 78% air permeability | Plastic mesh described as allowing air circulation |
| Published UV protection | 40% UV protection | 73% UV protection | Not listed in the cited product materials |
| Published reflective feature | Full-length reflective strip | Not listed on the cited product page | Not listed in the cited product materials |
| Published size choices | Horse size on this PDP; its related size chart also lists Pony and Draft/Oversize versions | Medium, Large, and XLarge options listed by horse-weight range | Miniature, Pony/Donkey, Yearling, Small, Medium, and Large |
| Published color choices | Blue and Gray | Lavender-Mint, Imperial Jade, and Blue Ice | Blue, Pink, and Orange |
Built in Ohio for Horses That Work Hard Outside
Schneider Saddlery has engineered equine protection products from Tipp City, Ohio since 1948 — and every iteration of Mosquito Mesh™® has been refined based on direct feedback from working horse owners. The Mosquito Mesh™® II Non-Fitted Fly Boot uses a reinforced cuff edge to resist rolling and a high-strength mesh panel that holds its shape wash after wash.
The material is UV-stabilized to resist breakdown during long summer seasons, so you won't find yourself replacing boots mid-July when insects are at their worst.
- ✓Mosquito Mesh™ — Best dual airflow & insect protection
- ✓Best protection against gnats, stable flies & mosquitoes
- ✓Better protection against large flies (horse flies, greenheads)
- ✓Playful Durability — designed for active horses
- ✓0.4 UPF UV rating
Four Boots. One Solution. All Summer Long.
Protect All Four Legs for Under $50
At $49.99 for a complete set of four, Mosquito Mesh™ II Non-Fitted Fly Boots are the most practical all-day leg protection you can put on your horse this season. Schneiders has been protecting horses since 1948 — and this is one of the most field-tested items in our line. Order today; most orders ship same or next business day.