Your favorite, most durable fly sheet is back with a new modern, blue-striped design, reflective stripes, and SilverTek® technology with antibacterial nylon lining on the chest, shoulders, and tail. The durable 1000D heavy polyvinyl-coated mesh withstands the rigors of turnout, perfect for those horses that play rough in the pasture, and it shields your horse from sun damage with 70% UV protection. With this durable sheet, your horse will be protected from medium to large-sized insects, such as deer flies, greenheads, and horse flies. It’s available in multiple fits with features that prevent rubbing, offer unbeatable protection, and include a 3-year warranty. Don’t forget to complete the look with the matching neck cover and boots.
When choosing a fly sheet for your horse, the key considerations should include fabric breathability and durability and the insect and UV protection needed depending on turnout needs. Option if you have a horse that plays hard in the pasture. The VTEK® and V-Free® Wither Relief options make this fly sheet a perfect fit - for confirmations from Thoroughbreds, Warmbloods, Stock horses, and Arabians. Other features include surcingle or bellyband closures, a customizable neck opening, leg straps, and reflective stripes for safety.
This fly sheet is available in two patented fits: 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 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 shoulder, 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.
The open front design features double front snaps with new and improved wider 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 snaps make it easy to put on and remove.
Choose between a surcingle or 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 line. Hardware is positioned to avoid rubbing or poking while your horse is lying down, and the rear surcingle includes a stretch panel for more give as the horse moves since the proper fit is with the bellyband snug and flush to the belly.
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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: 4.3146853 / 5 from 143 reviews.
This fly sheet offers great protection against insects and UV rays, with a durable 1000D mesh and SilverTek™ technology. Customers appreciate its fit, breathability, and high-quality material, though some have mixed opinions on specific features like shoulders and belly band.
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"This fly sheet is very sturdy and well made. However it is quite heavy and stiff and a little awkward to get on sometimes. The fit is good and there seems to be good airflow especially at the side. The temps haven't climbed into the 90s yet so not sure how well it will be tolerated as far as sweating and possible itching underneath it yet. No rubs at the shoulders however so that is a plus."
"This is the fly sheet with longest warranty so I decided to try it. I have had it less than a week and the velcro does not stay attached. This is a huge issue due to the adjustable neck. I would not have purchased it if I knew how complicated the neck would be."
"This is the most durable fly sheet I have found and definitely keeps the flies off. However my horse was able to rip it in multiple places."
"Fits awesome . . love the quality. . always thank you for the great service too"
"Really like it held up well all summer so I bought another this year!"
"This is a very nice fly sheet - it is very well made and substantial, it looks like it will be durable over the long haul. It is heavier than some that I have had (which makes it more durable) but so far does not seem to be overly warm (despite unusually warm spring weather). I will have to report back later whether it is cool enough for summer. But overall, I really like the coverage it provides and the fit on my solidly-build half-bred Connemara. Plus, it is very good looking!"
"I have used Kensington brand sheets, but the Schneider's fits my QH & Lusitano better."
"I appreciate all the details of this blanket. I especially like the adjustments that can be made to basically custom fit the blanket to my horse. The chest lining behind the mesh is a huge plus, as it adds durability to the place where the most strain occurs. Well made, tough fabric and at great price."
"This is about $100 cheaper than the Kensington brand! It is stiff but think /hope , with wear it will soften, It is heavy. So i'll have to judge how my mares does in summertime heat. But hopefully this will help her fight off the horrible new england bugs."
"I highly recommend! My horse was in a paddock with no shade in 102 degree heat in this sheet and did not sweat at all! Great coverage and airflow."
