Rated 5 out of
5
by
Emma VW from
Tough
I have purchased 3 Shires masks and I love them. Only one downfall, and I'll get to that. But I think they look nice. I like that the eyes poke out, which keep the screening away from my horse's eyes. The velcro is hearty. They're hard to kill, and my horses have tried. My only negative is that the velcro straps have flappy ends, and for my colt, they're inviting to chew and pull on. It allows my geldings to have mask games where they pull each others masks off. This is annoying, but was never an issue when I just had my older, less playful geldings.
Date published: 2021-09-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Emma from
I’m a fan
I’ve been using Cashel fly masks for 15ish years. I still really like them, but recently my horse has been tearing up his Cashel masks. I decided to try this Shire’s fly mask, because a few of my fellow boarders have them. I really like it! It’s held up really well. My one “complaint” is that there’s no slot for their forelock. But I love the color, and it stays off my horse’s eye really well.
Date published: 2021-09-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
The mucker from
Fine mesh protects eyes from sand and dirt
I usually won’t use fly masks because I am afraid that the sand and dirt that go through them will scratch my horse’s eyes. This mask is different. When I pull it off, his face is clean. Also, it stays on!
Date published: 2021-08-10
Rated 5 out of
5
by
freeway from
works great for gnats!
This flay mask works great for my picky mare with sever allergy to gnats. The horse size fits well (similar to Cashel) but better visibility and a little more fuzzy/cushion on the inside seams. She's doing well so far in the heat and humidity of NC in July.
Date published: 2021-07-20
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Marishka from
Fits well with great visibility
Great mask. Roomy area around the eyes, strong Velcro closures and my horse likes it. Not sure it will rub on his forelock since there isn’t an opening for it. All in all , very pleased.
Date published: 2021-07-08
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Isaac from
Fits great!
Love this mask. Fleece lined so no rubbing on the nose.
Date published: 2021-07-06
Rated 5 out of
5
by
pla428 from
Great fly mask!
I love this fly mask. It stays on. It has plenty of room between my horses eye and the mask and the material is stiff enough to maintain that space.
Date published: 2021-07-03
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Carol from
My #1 fly protection tool
This is the second set of fly masks I've bought, so now my herd of four all has the same ones. These are the best I have found as they provide excellent protection from flies. They are easy to clean, easy to put on, and are durable.
Date published: 2021-06-29
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Jammer from
Seems to hold up reasonably well
This fly mask seems to hold up better than similar other brand masks I have purchased with ears. However, the ear part was irritating my horse on one ear causing her to rub it and causing it to bleed, which is why I gave 4 stars rather than 5.
Date published: 2021-06-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Mooserider from
Super light and breathable
My horse really likes this mask better than his old one. He’s much less sweaty underneath so I can tell it’s cooler! It’s holding up well too.
Date published: 2021-06-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
ER04 from
Great mask
I like these bc they are light and give good clearance around the eyes.
Date published: 2021-06-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Sportster from
Best Fly Mask Ever!
This is the best fly mask I've ever purchased...and I've had them all. It says away from their eyes, fits beautifully and keeps even the smallest flying insects off my horses face, eyes and ears. They wash up great and are very durable whether they are used for turn out or in the barn. I liked them so much that I purchased (2) masks for each of my Warmbloods and donated all my old ones. I will definitely purchase these again and have recommended to my friends and vet.
Date published: 2021-06-23
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Tsali from
Nice mesh fly mask
This is my second one. They fit well and hold up nicely.
Date published: 2021-06-19
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Rhonda 21 from
Love it, fits great, stays on and works well.
Kassadin seems to love his new mask, I like the way it looks and it stays on.
It feels comfortable to the touch.
Date published: 2021-06-17
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Amez from
The BEST Fly mask! Switch from Cashel's to these!
I used to buy my horses cashel's fly masks. But they would start to frey apart after 1 summer. I got a shires one on clearance and was hooked! They last so long and have better fine protection. I like how they dont sit directly on the horses eyes and it has nice shade. only buying these from now on. They have lasted 2 years so far with holding up very well!.
Date published: 2021-06-11
Rated 3 out of
5
by
LAReader from
Nice but too dark
Good quality mask and true-to-size fit, however, I had to give it to a friend. It was so dark that my horse started spooking at anything outside his paddock.
Date published: 2021-06-10
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Event rider from
Well made, fine mesh, good straps under chin
Good fit and well made while also soft. I like the green color.
Date published: 2021-06-01
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Appy from
Good Protection. Horses seem to like it.
Soft material, horses seem to like it. Also bought the smart pak leg protection against flies in similar color. Looks good on them, horses seem happy to wear them. Bought these to replace the stiffer, older style masks we had and the horses seem to prefer getting these ones put on (softer). Have not had it long enough to tell you how it holds up to washing or weather yet. There are some gaps, though overall it does protect.
Date published: 2021-05-15
Rated 5 out of
5
by
MH2021 from
Tough fly mask
My big THB goes through fly masks like paper - 2 or more a season. This one is very good quality, made of and sewn with good materials. Really good quality for the price.
Nicely padded and the mesh is stiff and contoured enough to stay off the eyes. So far so good. Hard to comment on the fit on my 17H big thoroughbred. The extra large fits pretty well.
Date published: 2021-04-29
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Kobick from
Fits great!
This is a really nice fly mask. I expect it’ll last more than one season for sure. It seems very comfy and soft too. The Velcro straps are a little long for my quarter horse. I may cut them shorter but I don’t want to compromise the stitching. We will see!
Date published: 2021-04-28
Rated 4 out of
5
by
hoxie from
Sturdy construction and quality!
Well constructed mask. Horses seem comfortable wearing them.
Date published: 2020-09-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
MommaJoJo from
Great fit
This is my favorite fly mask to date. It fits perfectly and stays generously away from my gelding’s eyes. The fleece band inside keeps the mask from rubbing.
Date published: 2020-09-28
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Lcrgolfnut from
Does not lay on horses eyes
I have 3 of these. Does not lay on eyes and washes up well.
Date published: 2020-09-22
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Embulldog from
Great Mask - wrong color
I bought this about a month ago and am very pleased with the features of this mask! Fits my OTTB mare who is a pretty standard size perfectly. Only reason for 4 stars is the mask box was marked as a black color mask but contained the orange color instead. I dislike the color, but haven’t heard back from SmartPak about correcting, so used the mask anyway. I like the small mesh which is easier to see through and the fleece on the forehead. It dries quickly when washed and has been durable so far.
Date published: 2020-09-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Kelsy from
Great fit!!!
I’m super happy that I bought this mask for my usually too-small-for-draft-sized-things but too-big-for-horse-sized-things draft cross, because this mask fits perfectly! Her luscious lashes usually are hindered by the close fit of many masks, but this one gives ample amount of room! 100/100 stars!
Date published: 2020-09-13
Rated 4 out of
5
by
shorty from
Good mask
Good mask fits well, but may be a bit warm when it is 100 degrees
Date published: 2020-09-11
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Sunsetridgefarm from
Really Great Fly Mask
I have bought 3 of these Shires masks now & after years of using many other brand - will not buy any other kind. They fit my QH mare's head perfectly, wash very well, have an attractive look & color plus hold up to 10 hrs use daily through the summer.
Date published: 2020-08-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Loloj1 from
Great fit!
Great space around the eyes! No more runny eyes!!!!
Date published: 2020-08-06
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Mpph from
Great fly mask
These masks are light but sturdy. The fleece binding is a nice touch as it is soft on the skin and keeps elastic from grabbing. The eye mesh is arranged by darts that keep it well off the eyes even when horses rub their face on their legs. Easy to clean and dry quickly.
Date published: 2020-08-05
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Melin from
Alien
Mask was stiff, oversized and easily rubbed off. I did like mesh material over the eyes.
Date published: 2020-08-05