Conquer any weather challenge with the ARMORFlex® Challenger II Turnout Blankets that are constructed with a 1200D ripstop polyester material that provides extreme durability, making it the perfect choice for your most playful horses. This blanket features improved waterproofing and breathability ratings with exceptional breathability, ensuring your horse stays dry and comfortable all season. With our variety of fit options, you’re certain to find the best-fitting option for your horse - no matter their confirmation.
The ARMORFlex® Challenger II Turnout Blanket is available in five fits: VTEK® Wither Relief, V-Free® Wither Relief, Attached Neck V-Free® Wither Relief, Attached Neck VTEK® Wither Relief, and Cutback Wither.
Our VTEK ® Wither Relief fit is designed to prevent rubbing and relieve pressure on moderate to high withers. The upright shoulder and shape over the withers are designed to fit breeds with similar conformations as Thoroughbreds, Warmbloods, Appendix horses, or those with upright shoulder conformation. It includes an extended drop to cover a deeper heart girth, and they are shaped with darts at the hips to give a more contoured fit around the rump. Extends 6 to 8 inches onto the mane with fleece placed where the mane meets the sheet, further preventing rubbing.
Our Attached Neck VTEK® Wither Relief fit is the same as our VTEK® Wither Relief fit but comes integrated with an attached neck cover. It's designed to prevent rubbing and relieve pressure on moderate to high-withered horses, allowing full protection from ears to tail. The neck cover is attached with a 15oz lycra that stretches as the horse puts their head down to graze. This stretchy panel prevents the rest of the sheet from slipping forward and maintains coverage no matter the conditions
Our V-Free® Wither Relief fit is 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 breeds with confirmations similar to Arabians, Quarter Horses, Stock breed horses, or those with sloped shoulder conformation. The drop on these blankets is longer, allowing a slight wrap around the barrel. Darts at the hip form a contoured fit around the rump. It begins where the mane ends, leaving it uncovered with fleece placed where the mane meets the sheet, further preventing rubbing.
Our Attached Neck V-Free® Wither Relief fit is the same as our V-Free® Wither Relief fit but comes integrated with an attached neck cover. The neck cover is attached with a 15oz lycra that stretches as the horse puts their head down to graze. This stretchy panel prevents the rest of the sheet from slipping forward and maintains coverage no matter the conditions.
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 net line cut back for the withers make this the perfect design for breeds with confirmations similar to Arabians, Morgans, Friesians, Saddlebreds, and Tennessee Walkers. The cutback wither is also a favorite when caring for long-mane horses, so manes are not damaged.
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.
The closed front option has a "deep v" front that allows your horse to put their head down without pulling the blanket forward. The solid, closed front is hardware-free, offers additional wind and weather protection, and eliminates rubbing.
The criss-cross surcingle closure option adjusts 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.
The bellyband closure option adds additional protection from harsh weather. Hardware is positioned to avoid rubbing or poking while your horse is lying down, and the t-post hardware on the bellyband closure includes locking bands and incorporates elastic inserts for more give as the horse moves since the proper fit is with the bellyband snug and flush to the belly.
How to Measure a Horse for a Blanket
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: 4.8163857 / 5 from 6530 reviews.
The ARMORFlex® Challenger II Turnout Blankets offer extreme durability, waterproofing, and breathability, making them ideal for various weather conditions. Customers praise the blankets for their exceptional quality, fit, and protection, ensuring horses stay dry and comfortable. The adjustable neck provides wither relief, and the reflective patches enhance safety in low-light conditions.
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"Good quality turnout sheet. Tail cover is removable, which I like because we don't always need one. I have several other ARMORFlex blankets, they last for years and still look good! Would be nice to have more color choices in the cutback blanket. I will order a second one for colder weather."
"Our drafts don’t often need the insulation, but they do need protection from snow, sleet and rain. The sheets work great for them! The draft sizes fit their shoulders and barrel shaped bodies better and the durability is great, too. All my horses (drafts and regular horses) now have Schneiders blankets and sheets, just in case the Minnesota weather turns extra nasty."
"I have been so happy with this sheet. I have a big solid quarter horse mare who has a big sloped shoulder and big chest my vet and trainer are both describe her as a “bulldog”! Standard blankets and sheets rub on her withers and shoulders and seem to restrict her movement, I bought the fit for sloped shoulders and these have fit her so well and she has no rubs and moves very comfortably. So far I’ve been very happy with the durability and how easy they are to clean! The only thing I’m not a fan of are the snaps on the chest and the snaps to connect the next rug, but those can both be switched out."
"Just tried it on my mare for the first time to check the fit, it fits her amazingly with some minor adjustments made possible by the different attachments. Love the fact I can adjust neck fit (no gaping) and still get the shoulder freedom she needs. Not only does it fit great but looks amazing too lol 😂 Definitely will buy another one in the future if required 😊"
"Absolutely love this blanket. It fits my arabian very well. It is heavy for a medium weight and runs true to size. Money well spent!"
"I have a hard time finding turnout sheets that fit my draft horses properly, so I was thrilled to find the ARMORFlex® Challenger II! The fit is just right, and the wither relief design is a great feature. Finding a blanket made specifically for drafts that fits well is not easy, but this one was clearly designed with them in mind. The best part is how incredibly tough this sheet is! My two drafts love to play rough with each other, and this blanket has been rolled in, rubbed on, and even bitten, yet it is still in one piece with no rips! I am really impressed with how well it has held up to their roughhousing. If you have draft horses and need a well-fitting, durable turnout sheet, I highly recommend this one!"
"Best Blankets Ever !!!! Great Fit , Great Durability, Affordable. No other Blankets can even begin to compare. I have some that are still in use at 9 years of use !!! They wash well and maintain their shape . Even a frisky roll in the snow can't disrobe them ."
"A very well designed and tailored blanket that performs as described. The med weight I have is for an older mare with an ample coat and which I use for extra protection from wind/rain/snow. Know your horse’s need for protection/warmth, measure accurately and consult with customer service if needed for questions-they are super!"
"I love the fit and style for my hard to fit Arabian and for my half Arabian half walking horse. These blankets have held up to the test of time with this dynamic duo! I would recommend to anyone looking for stylish, durable, and easy to stash away in the off season."
"I love the fit and the adjust-ability at the withers. I think my boy will be very comfortable and dry - he lives outdoors now and he loves to be free of his stall. I am glad of the belly band because he will wear it sometimes all night and all day, and I want it to stay sitting properly and not be pulling on him uncomfortably as some blankets do."
