The best fly fringes for horses are a cheap and simple yet effective way of preventing bothersome flies from landing on your horse’s face. They act as a longer and more effective forelock that moves with your horse to deter flies from landing and moving them off if they do. They are a great option if your horse doesn’t tolerate even the best fly masks well or you’re looking for a solution for when you’re riding.
The best fly fringes come in two main styles – ones that need to be attached to a headcollar or bridle, and ones that can be worn alone. If you’re looking for a fly fringe to wear while riding, opting for one that attaches to the bridle will mean there’s less unnecessary bulk around your horse’s head. However, many of the headcollar-free variety are fastened with Velcro, which makes them a safer option for the field if you don’t already have one of the best field-safe headcollars. Some fly fringes also have ears – similar to an ear bonnet – and so provide your horse with additional protection.
Best fly fringes for horses
Saxon Fly Fringe
Colours: Black, navy, blue, green, pink or purple
Sizes: Pony or full
RRP: £6.25
This fringe is adjustable and easy to attach without the need for a headcollar. It fastens with Velcro.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk, viovet.co.uk, gsequestrian.co.uk, equus.co.uk or naylors.com
Fouganza Fly Fringe
Colours: Black
Sizes: Full
RRP: £5.49
This fly fringe can be worn without a headcollar. It features two strings at the top to prevent the browband drooping and can be adjusted with touch-tape at the throatlash. Can be seen on horse in main image above.
In the UK? View now at decathlon.co.uk
QHP Anti-Fly Fringe With Ears
Colours: Black
Sizes: Shetland, pony, cob or full
RRP: £10
This fringe has an elasticated throat lash and can be used without a headcollar. It features fine mesh ears, offering further fly protection for your horse, plus a loop so it can be attached to a fly rug for extra security.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk, equus.co.uk or ebay.co.uk
Elico Aldwick Fly Fringe
Colours: Navy/red/white
Sizes: Pony, cob or full
RRP: £4.75
This multi-coloured fly fringe can be used without a headcollar or bridle. It has a touch-tape fastening on one side of the throat strap for easy use and an elasticated insert for the horse’s comfort
In the UK? View now at equus.co.uk or ebay.co.uk
Saxon Fly Fringe With Ears
Colours: Black
Sizes: Pony, cob or full
RRP: £9.50
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk, viovet.co.uk, gsequestrian.co.uk or equus.co.uk
Hy Economy Fly Fringe
Colours: Blue, green, pink or multi
Sizes: One size
RRP: £4.99
Made from heavy, good quality, cotton yarn, this fly fringe can be attached to a headcollar or bridle.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk, viovet.co.uk, gsequestrian.co.uk or equus.co.uk
Rhinegold Fly Fringe
Colours: Black, brown, plum, raspberry, tangerine or turquoise
Sizes: One size
RRP: £4.99
Available in a nice range of colours, this traditional fly fringe fastens to a headcollar or bridle with touch-tape at each side.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk
In the US? View now at amazon.com
QHP Fly Fringe Extra
Colours: Zebra, black or navy
Sizes: Shetland, pony, cob or full
RRP: £10
This fly fringe has an adjustable throat lash and can be used without the need for a headcollar. It also features a padded browband and headpiece, and fastens with a buckle, which is likely to be more hardwearing than Velcro, but harder to break in an emergency.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk, equus.co.uk or ebay.co.uk
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