LeMieux Visor-Tek Half Fly Mask for Horses
Description
LeMieux Visor-Tek Half Fly Mask
The LeMieux Visor-Tek Half Fly Mask is a breathable mesh fly mask that covers a horse's eyes and ears, blocking 70% of UV rays while keeping flies away from the face. It is best for horses and ponies on summer turnout, and particularly useful for fly-sensitive or light-skinned types that need sun protection in the field.
Unlike heavier fly masks, the Visor-Tek uses a black hexagon-pattern mesh designed for improved visibility, so your horse gets a clear, unobstructed view while grazing and moving around the paddock.
Key Features
- Breathable black mesh with a distinctive hexagon pattern for improved visibility
- Blocks 70% UV rays — an excellent degree of protection for a mesh
- Generous fit over the eye darts for clearance across both eyes
- Polar fleece binding around the edge and below the ears to aid breathability and help prevent rubbing
- Smooth stretch mesh across the ears for extra breathability in summer while protecting against flies
- Seasonal colours so you can coordinate the mask with the rest of your kit
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Specifications
| Brand | LeMieux |
|---|---|
| Product | Visor-Tek Half Fly Mask |
| Type | Half fly mask covering eyes and ears |
| Main material | Breathable black mesh, hexagon pattern |
| UV protection | Blocks 70% UV rays |
| Binding | Polar fleece around edge and below ears |
| Ear panel | Smooth stretch mesh |
| Eye clearance | Generous fit over eye darts |
| Colours | Seasonal colour range |
| Country of origin | India |
How to Use
- Measure your horse's head, or check the headcollar size you already use, and select the matching mask size (pony, cob or full).
- Remove the headcollar, or fit the mask under it if you lead out in a headcollar.
- Slide the mask over the nose and draw it up over the eyes, easing the ears into the stretch mesh ear panel.
- Settle the eye darts so the mesh sits clear of the eyelashes on both sides.
- Fasten below the jaw so you can slide a flat hand between the fleece binding and the cheek — snug enough not to slip, loose enough not to rub.
- Check the fit at each visit, remove daily, and shake or brush off dust and grass seeds before refitting.
FAQ
Does the Visor-Tek Half Fly Mask cover the ears?
Yes. It is a half mask covering the eyes and ears, with smooth stretch mesh across the ears for extra breathability in summer while still protecting against flies.
How much UV protection does it give?
The mesh blocks 70% of UV rays, which is an excellent degree of protection for a mesh fly mask and useful for horses with pink noses or sun-sensitive skin around the eyes.
Will it rub my horse's face?
Polar fleece binding runs around the edge and below the ears to help prevent rubbing, and the generous eye darts hold the mesh away from the eyes. Check the fit daily and keep the mask clean, as dried mud and grit are the usual cause of rubs.
Can my horse see through it properly?
The black hexagon-pattern mesh is designed for improved visibility, giving a clear, unobstructed view without compromising on comfort.
What size should I order?
Sizing follows the usual pony, cob and full pattern, so match the mask to the headcollar size your horse wears. Wrong size is the most common reason fly masks are returned, so measure from poll to nose and around the jaw before ordering.
How do I wash it?
Shake off loose dirt, hand wash in cool water with a mild detergent, rinse thoroughly and dry naturally away from direct heat.
About LeMieux
LeMieux is a British equestrian brand known for coordinated, carefully finished products for the yard, the school and the show ring. Its seasonal colour ranges let riders match fly masks, rugs and saddle pads across the season.