We love the Hit-Air All New Original because it uses the new "harness type" airbag deployment for faster response time.
Hit-Air’s All New Original Lightweight is a “harness type” design airbag deployment, giving faster response time. Lightweight and comfortable, it’s easy to forget you’re wearing it. It is also quieter than previous models, keeping your horse happier too. The All New Original Lightweight (SV3) is the new upgraded Original Super Lightweight Air Vest with YKK Vislon zipper for easy opening and closing of the keybox cover. With the XS-S weighing less than 2 pounds, Hit-Air is the lightest harness air vest on the market. Featuring the Hit-Air Coccyx protection air bag that opens and drops down upon activation. Internal padding has been included behind the keybox.
Hit-Air’s unique harness-style vests are lightweight and breathable, preserving your comfort and maneuverability while providing some of the most comprehensive airbag protection on the market.
Unlike other air vest brands, Hit-Air vests have minimal inward inflation. When your Hit-Air vest inflates, you won’t get that “punched in the gut” feeling that air vests with a larger inward inflation component can create. Our mostly outward inflation also allows for a closer-fitting vest. Hit-Air vests are made to fit snug and close to the body, creating a slim and clean look.
Vest sizing is determined by 3 different measurements: height, chest circumference, and waist circumference. All vests have an adjustable waistband and will fit a range of height, chest, and weight measurements.
If you plan to wear your Hit-Air vest over a hard protective vest or heavy outerwear, sizing measurements should be taken over the hard vest or outerwear.
Hit Air vests has 3 "square cut" adult vest models - the Original Super Light Weight, the Pro 3, and the Pro Max. Square cut vests tend to fit shorter, curvier torsos better than other models.
We have two "rectangular cut" adult vest models - the Advantage H2 and the Advantage Max. Rectangular cut vests tend to fit longer, straighter torsos better than other models.
How To Determine Your Body Shape:
If your torso width is equal to or more than half of your torso length, a square cut vest is likely best for you. If your torso width is less than half your torso length, a rectangular cut vest is likely best for you.
New vests come with:
- (1) CO2 Cartridge, Tool Kit and Directions
- (1) All-In-One OR Western Bungee
- CO2 Cartridge: 48cc for all sizes
All vests need a saddle strap attachment to function properly. The saddle strap connects to the stirrup bars, then the vest is connected to the saddle strap. For the western coil strap you would loop this over the saddle horn. Failure to use the Hit-Air saddle strap to connect your vest to your saddle may result in your vest failing to perform properly in the event of a fall.
- Hit-Air vests should not be used on horses under 13.2 hh
- CE NF S72-800:2022 Certified