Shires Tempest Original Zeb-Tek Combi Fly Rug

£48.00

INSPIRED BY NATURE. INFORMED BY SCIENCE. MONOCHROMATIC TECHNOLOGY.

Scientific research shows that stripes effectively prevent flies from landing on the horse. The light and airy Tempest Original ZEB-TEK mesh fly rug does a great job of providing the horse with an effective barrier to flies and bugs whilst still allowing air flow. The breathable fabric blocks 80%* UV radiation which helps prevent sunburn and sun bleaching.

Key Features:

Blocks 80%* of UV *Effectiveness may diminish over time. Test carried out in accordance to BS EN 13758-1:2002+A1:2006
Monochromatic technology
Ultra-breathable
Biting insects deterred from landing
Lightweight & airy
Blanket set chest fastenings
Adjustable belly flap for full coverage
Adjustable fillet strap
Scientists' findings indicate that stripes prevent horse flies from making a controlled landing when up close. Beneficial effects for the horse were seen with fewer flies landing on a horse wearing a zebra print rug, than a naked horse, or solid coloured rug. T.Caro et al. Benefits of zebra stripes: Behaviour of tabanid flies around zebras and horses. Published in PLOS ONE online 20th February 2019.

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(A) BOTTOM MEASUREMENT (FEET)	4'0"	4'3"	4'6"	4'9"	5'0"	5'3"	5'6"	5'9"	6'0"	6'3"	6'6"	6'9"	7'0"	7'3"
(A) BOTTOM MEASUREMENT (INCHES)	48"	51"	54"	57"	60"	63"	66"	69"	72"	75"	78"	81"	84"	87"
(B) BACK MEASUREMENT (CM)	155	162	172	180	190	198	205	216	230	235	242	256	262	270
(B1) NECK	54	54	54	58	62	62	62	67	70	70	70	75	75	75
(C) RUG DEPTH (CM)	73	73	73	81.5	87	92.5	97	100.5	100.5	101/5	104.5	106.5	106.5	107.5