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Boss Equestrian Chicago Fly Hood
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The right size is essential for comfort, safety and performance in equestrian sport. At Maddelin Equestrian we're happy to help you choose the right size, so your equipment fits well: riding wear, helmets, boots or equipment for your horse.
Clothing that is too tight or too loose can restrict your freedom of movement and affect your aids. Always measure carefully and use our size charts as a guide.
Fit varies from brand to brand, so you'll find specific information on each product page. Not sure? Send us a message or come and try in our shop in Torhout.
Women's size chart
| Our size | EU: BR, Freejump, Kingsland, Pikeur, Tommy Hilfiger | FR: Samshield tops | Samshield breeches | IT: Animo, CT, Ego7, Equode, Equiline, Vestrum | UK: LeMieux | US | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XXXS | 30 | 32 | 28 | 34 | 4 | – | – |
| XXS | 32 | 34 | 30 | 36 | 6 | – | 0 |
| XS | 34 | 36 | 32 | 38 | 8 | 2/4 | 1 |
| S | 36 | 38 | 34 | 40 | 10 | 4/6 | 2 |
| M | 38 | 40 | 36 | 42 | 12 | 8/10 | 3 |
| L | 40 | 42 | 38 | 44 | 14 | 12 | 4 |
| XL | 42 | 44 | 40 | 46 | 16 | 14 | 5 |
| XXL | 44 | 46 | 42 | 48 | 18 | – | 6 |
| XXXL | 46 | 48 | 44 | 50 | 20 | – | 7 |
Men's / unisex size chart
| Our size | EU: BR, Freejump, Kingsland, Pikeur, Tommy Hilfiger | FR: Samshield tops | Samshield breeches | IT: Animo, CT, Ego7, Equode, Equiline, Vestrum |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 44 | 42 | 38 | 44 |
| S | 46 | 44 | 40 | 46 |
| M | 48 | 46 | 42 | 48 |
| L | 50 | 48 | 44 | 50 |
| XL | 52 | 50 | 46 | 52 |
| XXL | 54 | 52 | 48 | 54 |
| XXXL | 56 | 54 | 50 | 56 |
| XXXXL | 58 | 56 | 52 | 58 |
Between two sizes? We usually recommend the larger size, unless stated otherwise on the product. In our experience, Italian brands (such as Animo, Cavalleria Toscana and Vestrum) tend to come up small.
Rugs
How to measure your horse: using a soft tape measure, measure from the centre of the chest, over the point of the shoulder, horizontally along the body to the furthest point of the hindquarters. This is the total length.
Always check the brand's size chart. A rug size in cm (for example 125 or 145) is the back length for most brands, and how it converts to feet differs per brand. Some brands, such as Bucas, also measure differently. That's why every rug comes with the brand's own size information.
The table below converts the total length from feet to cm. This conversion is the same for every brand.
| Feet | Inches | Total length (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| 3'0 | 36 | 91 |
| 3'3 | 39 | 99 |
| 3'6 | 42 | 106 |
| 3'9 | 45 | 114 |
| 4'0 | 48 | 122 |
| 4'3 | 51 | 130 |
| 4'6 | 54 | 137 |
| 4'9 | 57 | 145 |
| 5'0 | 60 | 152 |
| 5'3 | 63 | 160 |
| 5'6 | 66 | 168 |
| 5'9 | 69 | 175 |
| 6'0 | 72 | 183 |
| 6'3 | 75 | 191 |
| 6'6 | 78 | 198 |
| 6'9 | 81 | 206 |
| 7'0 | 84 | 213 |
| 7'3 | 87 | 221 |
| 7'6 | 90 | 229 |
Between two sizes, or does your horse have a broad or very muscular build? Get in touch: we're happy to help.
Dog wear
At Maddelin we believe the right fit makes the difference. Use our size charts as a guide and choose the size that suits you and your horse with confidence.
Product Information
The Boss Equestrian Chicago Fly Hood is a crocheted fly hood for under the bridle, finished with an embroidered BOSS logo on the browband part. BOSS supplies the model in one version and indicates that it is suitable for Full size, the common horse size on which most bridles are built.
About this fly hood
The material composition is deliberately split: the body is made of 100% cotton and the ears are made of 100% polyester. Cotton rests against the forehead and cheeks, precisely where the headpiece and browband press, and it absorbs sweat instead of remaining clammy. Polyester is more dimensionally stable and resilient than cotton, so the ears maintain their shape and do not hang limply against the pinna.
That the net is crocheted is mainly noticeable in the fit. Crochet work stretches in all directions, causing the body to tension around the forehead and stay where you put it. If you place it under the browband and behind the headpiece, the bridle clamps the net in place and it does not slide backward during riding. The open stitch also allows air to pass through, which helps on a warm day under a snug bridle.
BOSS does not provide specifications on the ear length and exact dimensions. Fly hoods vary greatly in this regard, and whether your horse's ears are fully covered depends on its head shape. If you are unsure about the fit for a large warmblood or a fine head, compare it with a fly hood you already have.
The finish remains understated. On the browband part is the embroidered BOSS logo, otherwise there is no embellishment. This allows the four colors Tealeaf, Sky Captain, Deep Purple, and Walnut to be easily combined with a black or brown bridle, even if you deliberately want an understated overall look.
The Chicago Fly Hood is not tied to one discipline and can be worn both during training and outside of it. If you want to use it in competitions, check the regulations of your federation or competition organizer beforehand, as the rules regarding fly hoods vary per discipline and per test. If you are looking for a warmer, more wintery version, the Chicago Fly Hood Teddy with faux fur ears is the more logical choice.
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