Here we take a look at the best fly rugs for horses for summer 2024… We have selected a handful of rugs with a sensible budget in mind. All rugs shown here are priced at under £70 as we can appreciate budget, alongside quality is important when it comes to choosing the right fly rug for your horse.
A note: Rugs cover a large area of your horse. However, it’s worthwhile considering a spray or gel on those parts that are still exposed to the sun and flies alongside a good quality sunscreen.
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![Horseware Amigo Mio Fly Rug Fly Rug](https://i0.wp.com/everythinghorseuk.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/horseware-amigo-mio-fly-rug.jpg?resize=640%2C640&ssl=1)
Horseware Amigo Mio Fly Rug Fly Rug
Sizes: 5’6 – 7ft
Where to buy: Amazon
The Horseware Amigo Mio Fly Rug offers your horse fantastic protection from flies, bugs and other unwanted pests. The fitted neck offers additional coverage and there’s a generously sized tail guard. Surcingles to secure around the middle. The fine mesh makes the rug lightweight and breathable which helps prevent rub and pulling on the horse’s coat. T-bar front fastenings.
![HKM Survival Standard Neck Fly Rug](https://i0.wp.com/everythinghorseuk.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/HKM-Survival-Standard-Neck-Fly-Rug.jpg?w=640&ssl=1)
HKM Survival Standard Neck Fly Rug
Sizes: 3ft6 – 7ft3
Where to buy: Amazon
Made with ripstop material, the HKM Survival Standard Neck Fly rug is breathable and lightweight. Standard cut rug with single front closure, wither protection, double surcingles and tail strap.
![Best Fly Rugs for Horses feature - JHL Ultra Fly Relief Rug](https://i0.wp.com/everythinghorseuk.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/JHL-Ultra-Fly-relief-rug-e1553870002821.jpg?resize=596%2C394&ssl=1)
JHL Ultra Fly Rug – with UV protection
Sizes: 5ft6 – 7ft
Where to buy: Viovet
The JHL comes with a high UV filter. This lightweight rug is perfect for all-round summer protection from flies and the sun. Neck features zip to adjust when grazing, for added flexibility and comfort for the horse. 80% UV protection, large belly flap with straps, and tail guard.
Shires Tempest Original Summer Shield – with UV protection
Sizes: 5ft6 – 7ft
Where to buy: GS Equestrian
The Shires Tempest Original Summer Shield helps protect horses from heat, flies, uv and dust. Benefits from a quick drying material, aids moisture control, is ripstop and breathable. Comes with fitted hood, small tail guard, twin front closing buckles and belly bar attached to surcingles.
![Asker Fly Combo Horse Rug - White](https://i0.wp.com/everythinghorseuk.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/asker-fly-combo-horse-rug.jpg?resize=640%2C640&ssl=1)
Asker Fly Combo Horse Rug – White – with UV protection
Sizes: 5ft6-7ft
Where to buy: Amazon.
A quality fly rug that has received great reviews on Amazon. A lightweight, breathable full coverage fly rug that won’t break the bank. Features a belly bar and fitted kneck for extra coverage from flies, bugs and unwanted pests. T-bar front fastenings and large tail flap.
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