Horseware Ireland Amigo Evolution
Horseware Ireland Amigo Evolution - Turquoise/Orange / 7'0 is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Combining the latest colour technology with our revolutionary insect control technology; the Horseware Ireland Amigo Evolution.
RUG SIZE: 5’0 – 7’0 (100cm -160cm)
In our development of the new Evolution Fly Sheet in aqua/orange, we carried out extensive research to support our use of this colour combination. Most insects have what are known as ‘compound eyes’, which restrict their ability to see certain colours.
In fact, research has shown that certain insects are not attracted to yellow, aqua or orange as these all register low on their UV spectrum. Most insects can, however, see Ultraviolet lights very clearly. UV pigments in flowers, as opposed to vibrant colours, are what attract insects. You may notice that flies are attracted to certain colours, such as your brightly coloured jacket or car, but the chances are that this object is reflecting light in a way that is attractive to these insects.
We used this research in the development of the Evolution Fly Sheet by choosing colours containing no UV pigments that are known to be difficult for insects to identify. The pattern we use breaks up the shape of the horse, so insects struggle to identify it as a target and cannot figure out where to land, essentially camouflaging the horse against a wide range of pesky flies and bugs.
Fabric
- Two fabric layers for maximum air circulation.
- Body layer made from soft, absorbent and strong knitted polyester net.
- Upper lightweight mesh layer on top and lower side of the rug.
- Super lightweight fabrics for maximum breathability.
- Sun reflecting properties.
Features
- Disc-front closure with Surefit neck design.
- Seamless design with an integrated neck cover.
- Leg arches.
- Three straight surcingles and belly flap with velcro closures for full belly coverage.
- Silky mane and shoulder lining to prevent rubbing.
- Supersized tail flap with silky lining and wipe clean tail cord.
Colours
Insects respond differently to different colours. Interestingly, most insects cannot perceive the colour orange or aqua, because of their vision centres on different sections of the electromagnetic spectrum. This is a natural deterrent in itself. Our colour technology, paired with our technology is at the forefront of equine repellent technology. In addition to both of these features, we have combined our first front closure system (35grm) to create a super lightweight, high tech product.
Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
| Service Name | Cost |
| Royal Mail International Tracked | €9.99 EUR |
| Royal Mail International Tracked | FREE for Orders over €200.00 EUR |
| DHL Economy Select |
€19.99 EUR
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| DHL Economy Select | FREE for Orders over €300.00 EUR |
| DHL Express Worldwide | €29.99 EUR |
RETURNS
- 45 days return policy
We offer a 45-day return policy for refunds & exchanges. Returns & exchanges are valid for 45 days after the order has been fulfilled, provided it has not been used or fitted and is returned in its original packaging.
Please note that GS Equestrian is a UK based company. When returning items from outside of UK, please label both the package and the returns form with "Return" in order to correctly avoid customs charges. If your parcel incurs customs fees upon entering the UK, we cannot cover these expenses, and your items will be sent back to you. In such cases, the courier usually does not reimburse your shipping costs. Additionally, if you're sending a return from outside the UK, you are liable for all postage expenses.
The fit of your blanket is extremely important to ensure the comfort of your horse and to prevent rubbing and blanket slippage. As horses of the same height at the wither come in a variety of shapes and sizes, it is useful to take certain measurements of your horse.
Using a soft measuring tape, measure from (A) at the center point of the chest, across the point of the shoulder and to the point (B) at the center of the tail. When you have the measurement, remove 10cm (4inches) and choose your horse’s size from the table below. Bear in mind that every horse is different and that this table is a guide only. Horseware has many different styles to suit all shapes and sizes.
Blanket Measurements
| MEASUREMENT FROM A TO B | MEASUREMENT FROM C TO D | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HORSE SIZE | CM | INCHES | FEET | CM |
| Petite | 76 | 30 | 2’6 | 50 |
| Petite | 84 | 33 | 2’9 | 55 |
| Petite | 91 | 36 | 3’0 | 60 |
| Petite | 99 | 39 | 3’3 | 65 |
| Petite | 106 | 42 | 3’6 | 70 |
| Petite/Pony | 114 | 45 | 3’9 | 75 |
| Petite/Pony | 122 | 48 | 4’0 | 80 |
| Pony | 130 | 51 | 4’3 | 85 |
| Pony | 137 | 54 | 4’6 | 90 |
| Pony | 145 | 57 | 4’9 | 95 |
| Pony/Horse | 152 | 60 | 5’0 | 100 |
| Pony/Horse | 160 | 63 | 5’3 | 110 |
| Pony/Horse | 168 | 66 | 5’6 | 115 |
| Pony/Horse | 175 | 69 | 5’9 | 125 |
| Horse | 183 | 72 | 6’0 | 130 |
| Horse | 191 | 75 | 6’3 | 140 |
| Horse | 198 | 78 | 6’6 | 145 |
| Horse | 206 | 81 | 6’9 | 155 |
| Horse | 213 | 84 | 7’0 | 160 |
| Horse | 221 | 87 | 7’3 | 165 |
| Horse | 229 | 90 | 7’6 | 170 |
BLANKET WEIGHTS
Horseware® blankets come in a variety of weights. To make it easy, Horseware has created this little temperature scale. It explains the weight available for each blanket and is located under each product section.
A turnout blanket acts as a waterproof insulator layer, helping to maintain condition in cold weather. However be aware that conditions may vary in a short time span. Always ensure your horse is comfortable at all times.
WHAT BLANKET SUITS MY HORSE?
For a deep shouldered horse with a deep neck and wide build you would need the XL cut, which is 20% deeper in the neck and sides to give them room, or you could choose the Optimo style blankets which have the ultimate freedom of movement.
For a deep shouldered, narrow horse you would be advised to have a Surefit design with V-Front closure.
For an average build of horse, go with a classic neck cut or if you prefer to give them more comfort again, a V-Front fit would suit.
For high withered narrow horses a Wug® helps to reduce the wither pressure.
For very narrow or young horses the Wug® or All-In-One design rugs are good choices to help fit their shape and prevent the rugs from slipping.
Hood Measurements
| HOOD | SIZE OF THE BLANKET | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| XXXS | 45″ | 48″ | – |
| XXS | 51″ | 54″ | 57″ |
| XS | 60″ | 63″ | – |
| S | 66″ | 69″ | – |
| M | 72″ | 75″ | – |
| L | 78″ | 81″ | – |
| XL | 84″ | 87″ | 90″ |
WHY SHOULD I USE A HOOD?
Hoods are invaluable tools to keep the horse warm and dry.
We spend all of our lives building topline in our horses so we should keep the topline warm. Many people forget that the majority of their horse’s neck is muscle. Keeping the neck warm keeps the overall horse warmer and reduces warm up time as the muscle is already warm and has good circulation.
If you do not use hoods then the neck is more exposed, and depending on the horse’s coat, can make them colder.
WHAT DO THE DIFFERENT CUTS MEAN?
Classic cut, this sits just in front of the wither, then the neck cut curves down and around to give the straight classic cut neck with male/female closures.
Surefit neck design, sitting further in front of the wither with a smoother slope to cup the front line of the shoulder and finish deeper in the front of the neck, Sure-fit by name and nature, this design gives a snugger fit yet the deeper neck allows more freedom to graze. Always used in conjunction with our V-Front closure, which provides freedom of shoulder movement to prevent rubbing and aids in reducing wither pressure.
All-In-One has no seams from ears to tail along the top section. This is the perfect rug for narrow types who tend to loose condition as it has increased thermal insulation all the way through the rug.
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