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Customer Reviews for SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket

SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket

Battle the elements this winter with our toughest new blanket! Made from heavy-duty ballistic nylon, we're so sure it will last for years to come that we've backed with a 10-Year Indestructible Guarantee. We've got you and your horse covered - no matter what!
Average Customer Rating:
4.216 out of 5
4.2
 out of 
5
(51 Reviews) 51
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Rating breakdown 51 reviews
5 Stars
31
4 Stars
10
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
2
1 Star
4
43 of 51(84%)of customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer questions and answers:
3 Questions | 7 Answers
Customer Reviews for SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket
Review 1 for SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

SmartPak's Warranty Makes it Worthwhile

May 9, 2013
ByJumpingForJoy
fromColorado
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
4 of 5
4 of 5
"This is the second SmartPak Ultimate blanket I have been through for my Hanoverian/TB mare. She gets lots of turnout with several other horses and they do rough house a bit - combine that with a tomboyish mare and you can say she is pretty hard on her blankets! I got this blanket immediately for her when SmartPak first released this blanket and announced the warranty.
The fit is really nice and all the straps and clasps are quality. My other horses are in Rambos, Weatherbeetas, etc. and I can say the quality of this blanket is right up there with the others. I am however not a big fan of the mesh lining but it is just a small irritant. Overall it looks really sharp on her.
When she developed a tear 3 months into use, I called SmartPak and they immediately sent me a replacement one overnight (including the personalization). While her second blanket is starting to develop another little tear that I am keeping an eye on, it gives me peace of mind knowing that SmartPak will back what they say!
I only wish SmartPak would make this blanket in other colors - I would swap my other 3 horses' blankets out because SmartPak's customer service makes it worth it!"
Review 2 for SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Foolproof!!!!

May 3, 2013
Byinvisigirl
fromSoutheast Virginia
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"After my horse shoved her leg through one turnout after 3 months and another one after 2 days I bought this! It is indestructible! Well worth the price and beautifully made all the way down to the hardware."
Review 3 for SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Mud-roller!

April 16, 2013
ByQhorse
fromWestern New York
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"So far so good! My OTTB loves to roll; snow, mud, dust, you name it! This blanket has withstood his antics so far. This blanket is well worth the money and knowing that is backed by SmartPak, you can't go wrong!"
 
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Review 4 for SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Does the job

April 13, 2013
ByWindyHillFarm1
Expertise:Expert
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"I love this turnout. I decided to purchase this item because it has such a great warranty. Fits my horse perfectly."
Review 5 for SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Great Blanket, Fabulous warranty

April 6, 2013
ByAstro
fromNJ
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
4 of 5
4 of 5
"This is a replacement blanket for one my horse destroyed. I called Smartpak up to let them know I needed to exercise the warranty, and their fabulous customer service put the return in play ASAP. The blanket is a very quality blanket. I really like the front closure, very adjustable and easy to snap. I also really like the way the surcingles are sewn with a small loop at the top closure, to assist in the prevention of the blanket coming undone. The leg straps are very quality elastic, not the cheap ones that stretch and become useless after 3 months of use. This blanket is being used on a horse with very beefy shoulders, and there could be a touch more room as the fit is a little snug. I also wish it came in a ring and 2 point snap closure for those horses that dont do well with the double straight across closure in the front like this one has. Overall, this is a quality blanket, and the warranty that comes with it, will definitely make me think of purchasing this blanket over competitive blankets when I need another one."
Review 6 for SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket
Overall Rating:
1 of 5
1 of 5

Sadly Disappointed

April 5, 2013
ByTarzan
fromMossyrock, WA
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Quality:
1 of 5
1 of 5
Value:
1 of 5
1 of 5
Durability:
1 of 5
1 of 5
"Unfortunately, the blanket ripped after only 2-3 weeks."
Review 7 for SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

I love Smartpak!

March 15, 2013
ByAstro
fromNJ
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Durability:
4 of 5
4 of 5
"This blanket is a replacement for another Smartpak Ultimate blanket that my horse destroyed. Full disclosure, this particular equine has a history of completely destroying blankets. This particular blanket did last the longest-it took him 3 weeks to do it in.
Smartpak is their usual awesome customer service company! I called to tell them their blanket was a victim of this particular horse, and they sent a replacement. After a search, I finally found a blanket bib which has helped twart this particular equine (he is out by himself, so I cant even blame "his friend"). While muddy, he has worn it for approximately 3 weeks now, and it's taking what he dishes out-as long as he has the bib. I do wish it was either a touch larger in the shoulders (this guy has really wide shoulders) and that it had a ring & double snap adjustable closure. But the Smartpak warranty, guarantee-and the Smartpak name was why I purchased it in the first place. It is definitely quality. And that Smartpak service cant be beat!"
Review 8 for SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Great Value for Price

March 14, 2013
ByJadedEyes
fromMaryland
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Fit
Runs small
Runs large
Runs large
Runs large
"I like this blanket, especially because of the great warranty. I have not yet had to use it because I have only had the blanket for a few weeks now. But when I recieved it the first time, it was a little large for my horse. I had to order him the size below, what he normally wears. The best part was the free return shipping. I stuck the product back into the box and slapped the label on and mailed it back. It was very easy. I also got his new blanket back in a reasonable amount of time. I like the feel of the blanket, it doesn't feel cheap or flimsy, especially being a light weight. It has stood up against his pasture buddies so far and they are rough on his blankets. I did notice that his 78 had mesh, but the 75 does not. I do prefer mesh just because it does keep him cooler, but it is still a good blanket. Worth the extra bit of money!"
Review 9 for SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Odd Fit but Truly Durable!

February 26, 2013
ByPhyxius
fromHuntingtown, MD
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Runs small
Runs large
Runs large
Runs large
"I didn't want to spend this much on a blanket but the 10 year guarantee won me over. I'm using this on a 16.3h 1600 pd American Cream Draft mare who MURDERS blankets and sheets. I typically don't blanket much but we've had strange weather here in MD this winter and so this blanket has had a ton of use. She killed her other sheet so, I'll be ordering a sheet in this same Ultimate Ballistic set.
The mare wearing this blanket is wide (a draft) but fits well in other brands at 86" or 87". This blanket runs long (large) chest to tail but narrow (small) shoulder to shoulder and drop so, I wasn't sure which way to go with the fit rating. If your horse is wide order up. If your horse is narrow order at size or smaller. Definitely try it for size and exchange with SmartPak if needed."
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Review 10 for SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Nice and Warm - So far so good!

February 21, 2013
Bycmck
fromCT
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"I bought the medium weight for my very destructive gelding 4 months ago - and so far not a rip or tear on it! He lives outside and it has kept him very warm and completely dry, especially when compared with some of my other blankets. My one complaint is that it rubs his shoulders (he's rather narrow). Nothing a sleazy can't fix but I'd rather see this issue resolved before purchasing another one for him specifically. It does not seem to cause this problem on my broader-chested QH, although she hasn't worn it as much either. I am, however, ecstatic that he hasn't ripped or torn it yet - my horses are brutal on blankets and ones in this price range often don't last a season! Overall a great value so long as it fits your horse properly!"
Review 11 for SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Phenominal

February 19, 2013
Byangelremi
fromMassachusetts
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - English
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Runs small
Runs large
Runs large
Runs large
"This blanket is the best. I consider it one step up from Rambo. Would recommend for sure and have bought a second one !"
Review 12 for SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

High quality, tough turn-out blanket

February 14, 2013
Byfinleylu
Expertise:Expert
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"This is a very well-made blanket, with good quality fittings, and made from strong, durable high denier fabric. Equal to or better in quality than higher priced blankeets from other brands."
Review 13 for SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket
Overall Rating:
1 of 5
1 of 5

Publish this

February 14, 2013
ByJayone
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - English
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
2 of 5
2 of 5
Value:
2 of 5
2 of 5
Durability:
1 of 5
1 of 5
"Smart Pak did not publish the negative review I wrote of the blanket after my experience of having a buckle break and the lining rip two weeks after putting it on my mare. That was last fall, and I wrote a negative review that never appeared here. It could have been a fluke so I am writing again. If they don't publish this I will realize they pick and choose which reviews to post and I will lose all respect for Smart Pak."
Review 14 for SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

GREAT SHEET

January 31, 2013
ByAnata
fromAltoona, FL
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - Western
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"I wanted a durable sheet for our Appaloosa gelding who is gregarious. This sheet will be good for turn-out when we have those rare 'cold rain' days or for those occasions when a non-insulated sheet is needed for a trailer ride. THANKS SP for making this great sheet available at such a reasonable price."
Review 15 for SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Exactly as promised

January 28, 2013
ByCorazon1
fromCentral (very cold) NY
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"I was debating between this blanket and a Rambo. I chose this because it's $100 less and has a 10-year warranty. It looks good, fits perfectly, and my mare has remained snug. I've only had it a few weeks but it looks like it will hold up well."
Review 16 for SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Seriously good buy

January 26, 2013
ByOTTBMama
fromGeorgetown, KY
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Runs small
Runs large
Runs large
Runs large
"A turnout blanket, generously sized, durable, handsome, reasonably priced, and . . . guaranteed for 10 years? Yes, it's true. This has got to be the best deal ever. My OTTB romps and stomps with another OTTB, and none of the straps have come undone, and there is not one flaw in it despite plenty of toothy play. Ordered the blanket in his normal size, and it fits great, just a little more generous than other brands."
Review 17 for SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Great Blanket but runs large

January 23, 2013
ByJene
fromWoodinville, WA
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - English
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Runs small
Runs very large
Runs large
Runs very large
"This blanket is excellent for durability. However it runs very large. My mare has always worn a 69 size blanket. Across three different brands (Amigo, Weatherbeeta. And big D). This blanket is about 9 inches too long. Since 69 is the smallest size it comes in, I'm keeping it. My Mare has shredded too many other blankets. Where as this one is indestructible!"
Review 18 for SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Great Blanket

January 22, 2013
ByDusty03
fromOregon
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Trainer
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Runs small
Runs small
Runs large
Runs small
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
"This blanket is keeping my horse dry even with the worst downpours. It is holding up well. They seem to fit small my mare generally wheres a 74-76 I ordered a 76 and I think she would have fit a 78 better. I do wish it was smooth nylon lined instead of the nylon net lining."
Review 19 for SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Working so far!!!

January 21, 2013
ByAstro
fromNJ
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"I was skeptical, and admittedly had prolonged placing an order for this blanket. But, when my stallion went thru 3 brand new blankets that I had stockpiled in 3 days, I placed an order. He is out by himself, and I was amazed by his creativity in the destruction of the 3 also well made blankets. The SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Turnout blanket is standing up to his abuse so far. If it make it thru the rest of the blanketing season, I will replace everyone of our blankets with this blanket. I do wish that it came in the option with the ring and 2 snaps in front. This blanket fits this horse well, the leg straps are quality, and overall I am very happy with the purchase!"
Review 20 for SmartPak Ultimate Ballistic Nylon Turnout Blanket
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Great

January 3, 2013
ByGFlashy
fromNew York NY
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Non-competitor
"So far I am really happy with this turnout blanket. It fits well and is not showing any wear at all, not a scartch or tear anywhere. I am sure this will last for a very very long time"
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