Robinsons Requisite Classic 600 Combo Turnout Rug

 
Requisite Classic 600 Combo Turnout Rug

Market price:
£49.99 - € 60.70

• 600 denier full neck turnout.
•  Nylon lining.
• 220gm filling.
• Cross surcingles & Twin chest straps.

A well made rug, A little short on the belly for my preference.

The velcro neck straps had no cover so the mud got in and the straps become undone.

It didn't come with leg straps which was a let down, Can't remember if it had D-rings for leg straps or not.. just a filet string which didn't serve much purpose because holes were too high up. The fill felt cheap like it would clumps up in time.

Apart from the short belly, The rug was a good fit and didn't rub or put too much pressure on my horses high withers. The shoulder darts could of been placed higher for more freedom of movement.

If you're looking for a colorful rug on a budget and don't mind the neck straps or fill,
I'd recommend this rug.  I'd give it 7/10 stars.

 

NAF off extra effect fly gel Review.

NAF OFF EXTRA EFFECT FLY GEL

Tired of buying fly repellents that don't work?

This is the one you've been looking for.. A fly gel that really repels!

It lasts for around 3 hours and once dried in it's easily wiped/brushed off without leaving a trace on your horses coat. The gel pots are 750ml

It also comes in liquid spray bottles.


More info at www.naf-equine.eu

Weatherbeeta Airflow Full Neck Fly Rug Review.

 Weatherbeeta Airflow Full Neck Fly Rug.

€69.99 on Equestrian.com

Good Points: Lets in the air not clammy at all. Blocks 65% of sun rays. Large freestyle tail flap. Large airy neck cover. Nylon lining along the mane, chest and tail flap. Soft yet durable materiel. High gussets. Doesn't restrict movement.

Negatives: Belly flap not as large as it could be, The elastic straps on the belly stretch. Back leg straps really long. Rug slips a little.

This rug is still a little tight on my horses withers but not as much as other brands. It does tend to slip back a little. It keeps midges off but obviously they still get underneath (arm pits & man bits).

It takes them longer but, Mosquito's can still bite through the rug too.

It's better than no protection. Personally I wouldn't leave it on my horse all day/night without being there encase it slips.

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I don't cross over the back leg straps as it restricts his tail from swishing midges away from his bits. The straps are large even if you did cross them.

Good rug if you want something that'll last.

I'd give it 7/10 stars.

Equestrian Fly Bonnet With Fringe Review.

Fly Net Bonnet With Fringe from equestrian.com

Link to their site

Price: €7.99

If your looking for a ear cover without having the bulk of a full face mask this is a good one to to for.

It has fleece lining on the front and back to prevent rubbing, big ears and velcro strap. The plastic loop to thread the velcro through is flimsy and pulled off so I had to glue it back on.

It does the job and i'd recommend this fly bonnet if you don't mind repairing/reinforcing it.

I give it 4/5 stars.

Shires Fly Mask Review.

            Shires Mesh Mask with Ears and Nose Extension. 

After nose veil cut off.

Market price of £15.99 - €19.50

I bought this a couple of years back, it was completely ripped within four hours or wear! The mesh detached from the bonnet and completely ripped. The eye space wasn't 'darted' enough and the darts were placed way too high up! So it rubbed on my horses brow. My horses hair digged into the mesh on the nose veil irritating him. I cut off the veil because of this.
Definitely wouldn't recommend this oddly shaped mask!

I'd give it 0.5 / 5 stars.