No More Blanket Rubs — The VTEK® Difference
The ARMORFlex® Challenger II with VTEK® wither relief and Surcingle closure. Built for horses that move, roll, and live outside.
What Riders Are Saying
"My OTTB has the sharpest withers I've ever dealt with — every blanket I've tried left him raw by December. I was skeptical, but the VTEK® design actually works. Three months in, zero rub marks, coat is perfect. Worth every penny."
"I've gone through four different blankets trying to find something that fits my narrow-chested Warmblood without gaping at the neck. The Adjusta-Fit® neckline was a game changer — I dialed it in on the first try. No more pulling, no more gap, no more drama at turnout."
"My older Appendix mare has lost topline over the years and her withers have gotten really prominent. I was putting a fleece pad under every blanket just to protect her. Not anymore. The Challenger II fits her like it was made for her — and honestly, it kind of was."
Most Turnout Blankets Create the Problem They're Supposed to Solve
Every Morning Is a Damage Assessment
- ✗Wither rubs from ill-fitting blanket panels
- ✗Surcingle that loosens overnight during turnout
- ✗Blankets that shift and bunch during rolling
- ✗Spending $150–$300 every season on a blanket that still doesn't fit is money straight into a trash can
The VTEK® System Was Engineered Specifically for This
VTEK® Wither Relief
The VTEK® wither relief system eliminates pressure points and wither rubs — no repositioning, no sores.
Surcingle Closure
The surcingle closure stays put through rolling, playing, and running — adjusted once, stays all day.
0G Unlined Shell for 40°F+
The 0g unlined shell — ideal for mild temps, clipping season, or layering — right for mild weather, clipping season, or layering under a heavier blanket.
How We Stack Up
| Feature | Schneiders ARMORFlex® II VTEK® | Weatherbeeta ComFiTec | Rambo Optimo |
|---|---|---|---|
| VTEK® wither relief system | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Adjusta-Fit® chest closure | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Surcingle secure fit | ✅ | ⚠️ | ⚠️ |
| Waterproof and breathable shell | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Hind leg straps included | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Optimized for mild weather, clipping season, or layering under a heavier blanket | ✅ | ⚠️ | ❌ |
| No wither rubbing design | ✅ | ⚠️ | ⚠️ |
| USA equestrian brand | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Schneiders fit guarantee | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| 1-800 expert fit support | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
What You Get
