Overview
Why is the RipGuard Fly Sheet the best self-repairing fabric?
Tears and snags are bound to happen, but these RipGuard Fly Sheets are the best self-repairing sheets available. It’s available in three fits for all wither types and even senior horses. The advanced diamond interwoven mesh works like magic when it self-repairs against snags that could later turn into tears. When you see a snag, you simply rub the fabric between your hands to repair the fabric. Designed for horses that like to play hard in the pasture, these sheets deliver fantastic protection against small to medium-sized insects, such as gnats and flies. Plus, the 70% UV protection rating keeps them safe from the sun.
- A fly sheet made of the best self-repairing fabric that you rub together to repair small snags
- Made from diamond interwoven 350D ripstop mesh x 600D soft-interlocking mesh
- The best insect protection against small and medium-sized insects
- 70% UV protection rating
- Better airflow for horses that have shelter and live in a moderate to warm climate
- Hard Play Durability
- Fits available in VTEK® Wither Relief, Senior VTEK® Wither Relief, and V-Free® Wither Relief all with our original Adjusta-Fit system
- Designed with reflective stripes for night-time visibility
How do I know this fly sheet is right for my horse?
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 right for your horse if you’re looking for a fly sheet that self-repairs against small snags, blocks UV rays, and protects against flies.
Key benefits
The Fly Sheet That's Best at Self-Reparing
What’s the Difference Between Fits?
This fly sheet is available in three patented fits: VTEK®Wither Relief, Senior VTEK® Wither Relief, and V-Free® Wither Relief.
Our VTEK ® Wither Relief fly sheets are designed to prevent rubbing and relieve pressure on moderate to high withers. The upright shoulder and shape over the withers are designed to fit Thoroughbreds, Warmbloods, Appendix horses, or those with upright shoulder conformation. It includes an extended drop to cover a deeper heartgirth, 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 Senior VTEK ® Wither Relief fly sheets are designed to prevent rubbing and relieve pressure on your senior horse. The unique upward lift between the blanket and point of the withers allows for space, with memory foam padding to fill in gaps that senior horses have between the base of their neck and shoulders, as well as padding at their hip bones, to eliminate rubbing and sores. It includes an extended coverage over the shoulder and withers for comfort and extends 6 to 8 inches onto the mane with fleece placed where the mane meets the sheet, further preventing rubbing.
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 neck line that covers the shoulders, this fit is designed specifically for Arabians, Quarter Horses, Stock breed horses, or those with 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.
Adjusta-Fit Your Sheet for the Perfect Fit!
An Open Front Design with Front Buckles for Easy On and Off
The open front design features double front buckles with 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 buckles make it easy to put on and remove.
Shoulder Area Designed to Prevent Rubs
Better Gusset Design for Additional Freedom
Closure Options for Better Protection
Choose between a surcingle, for your senior horse, or a bellyband closure for comfort and protection, with brass-plated hardware that resists fly sprays and detergents corrosion.
The criss-cross surcingle closure option adjusts to keep the fly sheet from sliding side to side. Comes with locking bands and detachable elastic leg straps for increased security.
The bellyband closure option protects from flies and midges biting along the sensitive underbelly. 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.
Large Tail Cover for Extra Protection
Reflective Stripes to Find Your Horse in the Dark
Leg Straps Included
3-Year Limited Warranty
Matching Accessories
Brand
RipGuard
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.