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Customer Reviews for Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Allow your horse to relax with the Crusader Quiet Ride protecting his tender eyes and face. Eliminate insect-driven head tossing, with a much quieter (and safer!) ride. With the same design and quality of the Cashel Crusader? pasture fly mask, the Crusader Quiet-Ride? fly mask can be worn over or under your bridle and will not impair your horse's vision. Available in Arab, Horse, and Warmblood sizes.
Average Customer Rating:
(50 Reviews) 48
Rating breakdown 50 reviews
5 Stars
38
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
3
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43 of 49(88%)of customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Review 1 for Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Overall Rating:
Good Mask for Riding
April 17, 2013
ByHorsebabe79
fromSarasota, FL
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5
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5
Value:
5
of
5
Durability:
5
of
5
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My horse HATES things flying in his face. He even gets dramatic when wind blows in his face. Sooo, I figured with a move to Florida, he could use this to help focus when we ride. It fit easily over his bridle and he accepted and appreciated it like he does his fly mask. As for durability, I have no idea since I just got it, but I am giving it the benefit of the doubt! He always fits in the "horse" size everything, and this is no exception.
Review 2 for Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Overall Rating:
Works on stalled horses too!
January 17, 2013
BySerena
fromFlorida
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
5
of
5
Durability:
5
of
5
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My horse is extra sensitive to all flying creatures so he lives in a fly mask. When he's in his stall, he doesn't need UV protection and I'd like to be able to see his face :) So I had this embroidered and haven't had any issues with him being too harsh on it or it coming off. He is 16H, has a wider, shorter face and the horse size just fits across his eyes. I'm getting a second warmblood/short size as a backup and we'll see how that fits.
He is very comfortable in this mask and does have a more heavy duty mask for turnout, but for barn time I've been very pleased with this and especially with the free embroidery so I know it won't walk!
Review 3 for Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Overall Rating:
Our horse loves this mask!
October 19, 2012
BySnauss
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Other - English
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
4
of
5
Durability:
5
of
5
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Great, lightweight fly mask. Love the long nose and the lightweight fabric. And, Smart Pak will monogram if for free so you never have to worry about it showing up on another horse in the barn. Easy to put on, even under bridle.
Review 4 for Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Overall Rating:
Truely a quiet ride
October 2, 2012
Bytiggs4e
fromPomona, CA
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - Western
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
5
of
5
Durability:
5
of
5
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The gnats and midges have been particularly nasty this summer and poor Buddy would have a cloud around his face even with wiping with fly spray. He would toss his head and sneeze so much that neither of us could have an enjoyable ride. I saw this with the long nose and ears and thought it might be the solution and Viola! it was. The first time we went out he was much much quieter and we had a much more relaxing ride. I would definitely recommend.
Review 5 for Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Overall Rating:
Fly Mask Supreme
August 15, 2012
ByTrailRiderAtHome
fromBrooklyn, WI
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - English
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
4
of
5
Durability:
5
of
5
Fit
Runs small
Runs large
Just right
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I ride my American Paint mare on our trails and have to contend with barn flies, horse flies, deer flies and any other bugs that make Fancy toss her head and snort along the way. This summer has been horrible regarding the fly population and my old fly mask was too thick and dark, so Fancy seemed unable to see clearly and spooked more often. She also rubbed against the paddock fence due to fly bites and I often found the fly mask stuck to the fence, leaving her to the mercy of the flies.
Crusader Fly Mask is light, yet durable. It is large enough to comfortably cover the ears, face and nose and secures nicely with a long Velcro strip that keeps the mask in place. Flies are kept at bay and Fancy seems to see more clearly on our trail rides, as she no longer throws her head or seems startled by objects along the trail.
Review 6 for Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Overall Rating:
Helps with bugs
August 14, 2012
ByH2539T
fromAppleton, WI
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - Western
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
4
of
5
Value:
4
of
5
Durability:
4
of
5
Fit
Runs small
Runs large
Runs large
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This mask provides coverage of the whole face and ears for maximum protection from bugs. It didn't bother my horse at all, even the first time he wore it for a ride. I ordered the warmblood size for a 16HH quarter horse and it fits pretty well other than the extraordinarily long ears on the mask. The ears seem to be made for a mule.
Review 7 for Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Overall Rating:
Truly Offers A Quiet Ride
August 9, 2012
ByKathyS
fromHampton, NJ
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - Western
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
5
of
5
Durability:
5
of
5
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I ride my QH gelding on wooded trails. During the hot summer months, several types of biting insects attack my horse's face as we ride. This full-length face mask prevents insects from annoying my horse. My horse and I can enjoy the trail rides without any annoying head tossing. Truly a "Quiet Ride."
Review 8 for Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Overall Rating:
Not helpful for deerflies
August 8, 2012
Byvagabondrider
fromNew England
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
4
of
5
Value:
4
of
5
Durability:
3
of
5
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I didn't find this to be an effective mask for riding out where I live. Deerflies are the main annoying insect in our area, and they like landing behind the ears & poll at the top of the neck, which aren't covered with this. If you have insects that focus on the eyes & ears, this mask would be ideal. I ended up getting a mesh hood that extends from the nose to 3/4 of the way down the neck.
Review 9 for Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Overall Rating:
Buggaboo
August 3, 2012
ByHerMajestyRachel
fromChicago, IL
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:All Around
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5
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5
Value:
5
of
5
Durability:
5
of
5
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The head tossing, and the nose-to-leg wiping, and the dramatics....Yes, it is FLY SEASON.
Instead of battling the buggers with sub par methods from last year, I decided to get medieval on them aerial menaces and order some armor for my horsey friend. The horse size fit his average sized painted head really nicely over the bridle. The product is made nicely, and I know I will be able to use it for many summers to come. I feel the price is fair for what I got.
Review 10 for Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Overall Rating:
Soft Material
August 3, 2012
ByKatsdream
fromMaryland
Expertise:Intermediate
Quality:
5
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5
Value:
5
of
5
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The material is nice and soft so it seems like it should be comfortable.
Review 11 for Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Overall Rating:
A Bit Disappointing
July 10, 2012
ByDLM4
fromCleveland, OH
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:All Around
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
2
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5
Value:
3
of
5
Durability:
3
of
5
Fit
Runs small
Runs large
Runs small
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This did not work very well for my horse. The mask seemed to be uncomfortable or itchy, so he was constantly stopping to scratch his head. Also, even though he has a pretty narrow head, and horse size products are usually a bit big on him, I had a difficult time keeping the mask from poking him in the eyes. He was also very spooky while wearing the mask due to sunlight creating strange patterns on the dark fabric.
Review 12 for Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Overall Rating:
Good buy
June 25, 2012
ByUAEventer
fromHarvest, AL
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
4
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5
Value:
4
of
5
Durability:
4
of
5
Fit
Excellent
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Good product but fit is small and close to eyes. My 16.3 tb needed a warmblood size when he normally fits in a full/horse and my 14.3 appendix who wears a cob bridle needed the horse size simply because it was soo close to their eyes. They hold up well on horses who aren't known to tear up their clothing. I use them everyday in the stalls and while riding because of how sensitive my horses are to flies on their faces. It is very easy to see through and clean. Neither horse had a problem adjusting to riding with it on and each stopped tossing their heads every five seconds. Neat forelock hole, very creative. It also seems cool; it is almost all mesh or the netting for the eye and nose section. Velcro seems strong.
Review 13 for Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Overall Rating:
great product
June 21, 2012
Bysteph7768
fromCT
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Quality:
5
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5
Value:
5
of
5
Durability:
5
of
5
Fit
Excellent
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Review 14 for Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Overall Rating:
Relief for bug sensitive horse
June 5, 2012
ByHookedonPhoenix
fromNH
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
4
of
5
Durability:
5
of
5
Fit
Excellent
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I really like this fly mask for trail riding. My horse is very bug sensitive and was very annoying with the head tossing on a trail ride. Particularly if we were just walking and the bugs were in his face. I bought this and it completely fixed the problem. Also, the mesh over the eyes is thin enough that it doesn't seem to impair visibility.
It is very large - I bought the warmblood size for my draft cross horse and it is plenty big. In fact maybe a little too big but it works. The nose comes down all the way past his nostrils just a bit. It is stiff enough that it doesn't lay against his nostrils (a good thing), and provides full coverage against the bugs.
Review 15 for Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Overall Rating:
Riding with bugs is now ok
May 30, 2012
Bykarin734
fromMA
I have used this product for:1-2 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - Western
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
5
of
5
Durability:
5
of
5
Fit
Excellent
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Review 16 for Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Overall Rating:
Best fly protection
May 17, 2012
ByGovnor
fromCanton, MA
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Non-competitor
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Complete head coverage - keeps flies off entire face.
Great fit - My horse has a big "everything" and is hard to fit.
Comfort - Fits loosely without slipping around.
Great fit - My horse has a big "everything" and is hard to fit.
Comfort - Fits loosely without slipping around.
Review 17 for Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Overall Rating:
Fly Mask
April 10, 2012
ByAuntming
fromNewberry, FL
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - Western
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
3
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5
Value:
2
of
5
Durability:
3
of
5
Fit
Excellent
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I found that the color of the fly mask I received is not the same as the one on the internet.
Review 18 for Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Overall Rating:
Nice Fly Mask
November 28, 2011
BySnazzysMom
fromMarble Falls, TX
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - Western
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
4
of
5
Value:
3
of
5
Durability:
3
of
5
Fit
Excellent
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Review 19 for Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Overall Rating:
Super Mask! Not just for riding
September 28, 2011
ByLuckyStars
fromSouthern Ca
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - English
Competitor:Non-competitor
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I love this Mask! I use it for my Fox Trotter who the flies won't leave alone. It fits well using the size guide. Some reviews mentioned that it ran big so I ordered the Arab/Small Horse size but it fits a little close to his eyes. I've got the Horse size now and it's perfect. So see-through that I can leave it on him over night (if I absolutely have to) and he can still see very well. Nice, soft lining around all the edges and the nose comes down far enough to really give good coverage. Very flexible ears.
Review 20 for Crusader Fly Mask - Quiet Ride - Long with Ears
Overall Rating:
excellent product
August 30, 2011
Byhakeem
fromBrentwood, NH
I have used this product for:2-5 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - Western
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5
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5
Value:
5
of
5
Durability:
5
of
5
Fit
Excellent
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This is my second crusader quiet ride and I love it. My horse hates bugs around his face and with all the trail riding we do it keeps him very happy and me too!