Waldhausen Basic Fly Veil Ear Bonnet for Horses
Description
Waldhausen Basic Fly Veil — Everyday Ear Bonnet for Horses
The Waldhausen Basic Fly Veil is a lightweight ear bonnet that sits under the bridle headpiece to help keep flies away from your horse's ears while riding. It is made from a soft, elastic polyester fabric with a crocheted brow and particularly permeable mesh ears, making it best for everyday schooling, hacking, lunging and in-hand work through the fly season.
It suits riders who want a neat, traditional-looking bonnet that breathes well and does not interfere with the bridle. The crocheted brow part is finished with a decorative cord in a toning colour for a tidy finish.
Key Features
- Soft and elastic polyester fabric for optimum wearer comfort
- Crocheted brow part finished with a decorative cord in a toning colour
- Particularly permeable mesh ears that allow air through
- Lightweight, low-bulk fit under the bridle headpiece
- Versatile for schooling, hacking, lunging and in-hand work
- From German equestrian brand Waldhausen
Specifications
| Brand | Waldhausen |
|---|---|
| Product type | Fly veil / ear bonnet |
| Material | Soft, elastic polyester fabric |
| Brow finish | Crocheted with decorative cord in a toning colour |
| Ears | Particularly permeable mesh |
| Country of origin | Germany |
| Care | Hand wash cool, dry naturally |
How to Use
- Unbuckle or slide the bridle headpiece clear and hold the fly veil with the crocheted brow facing forward.
- Slip each mesh ear over the horse's ears, one at a time, checking the ears sit upright and are not folded.
- Draw the brow down so it sits flat across the forehead, just above the eyes.
- Refit the bridle so the headpiece and browband lie over the veil and hold it in place.
- Check for pinching behind the ears and at the poll before mounting, and adjust the bridle if the veil pulls it forward.
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FAQ
What size fly veil does my horse need?
Measure the length of your horse's browband and the height of the ears, or compare against an existing bonnet. Pony, cob and full sizes differ, and horses with larger or wider-set ears usually suit the next size up. A veil that is too small will pull the bridle forward or fold the ears over.
Can my horse hear through the mesh ears?
Yes. The ears are made from a particularly permeable mesh, so air and sound pass through while flies are kept off the ears.
Can I use this fly veil for hacking and lunging as well as schooling?
Yes. It is lightweight enough for everyday use, so it can be worn for schooling, hacking, lunging and in-hand work.
How do I wash a Waldhausen Basic Fly Veil?
Shake out loose hair and dust, then hand wash in cool water with a mild detergent and dry naturally away from direct heat. Do not tumble dry, as heat can affect the elasticity of the polyester fabric.
Will the fly veil stay in place while riding?
The veil is held by the bridle headpiece and browband sitting over it. Fit the bridle snugly and check the brow lies flat, and the veil should stay secure through normal work.
Does the fly veil fit under any bridle?
It is designed to sit under a standard bridle headpiece. Very wide or heavily padded headpieces can add bulk at the poll, so check the fit before a long session.
About Waldhausen
Waldhausen is a German equestrian brand producing practical, hard-wearing riding and stable equipment. The Basic range focuses on straightforward, everyday items for riders at all levels.