Hit Air Vests
Are Hit Air vests CE Certified?
The MLV3 and VH Advantage are certified to the New European Air vest standard CE NF S72-800 2022.
The MLV2 is certified to EN1621-4: 2013.
In addition to stringent European testing Hit Air vests have been subjected to stringent testing by certified test houses worldwide.
Our air vests are worn by over 25 police forces worldwide who have also subjected the technology to independent testing.
More importantly our vests have been worn by hundreds of thousands of people across the world with over 2 million canisters sold. We are the world’s leading innovators in air technology bringing you a genuinely tried and tested solution to reduce your risk of serious injury.
How does the system work?
- A saddle strap is attached firmly to the stirrup bars
- The air vest is attached to the saddle strap by a lanyard
- The inflation is activated when the rider becomes detached from the horse and the lanyard is pulled from the key ball mechanism, this pierces the CO2 canister
How does the air vest deflate again?
- The vest has a valve which allows the air vest to slowly deflate after it has inflated
- The deflation process can be speeded up significantly by unscrewing the canister
- The canister needs to be replaced once the vest has been inflated
Do I need a new vest once it has been inflated?
- No! You simply need to replace the canister, following the instructions provided with your Hit-Air vest. If you need a replacement canister, please click here to order
Servicing is recommend annually, after six inflations or a heavy fall.
Please Click Here below to book your service and find out more
Do I need to wear the vest with a body protector?
- Air vests must be worn with an approved BETA level 3 Body Protector for Cross County, according to British Eventing and FEI rules
- When otherwise you would not wear a body protector, the Hit Air vest can be worn on it’s own
- Ultimate protection is provided by wearing an air vest and body protector
- The Hit Air vest combines well with all types of body protector
- There is no body protector / air bag combination that will protect from injury in all circumstances, choosing airbag technology helps to significantly minimise the risks
How do I fit my Hit Air vest?
- Clever internal straps allow the vest to be worn snuggly over the body but can be expanded in order that the vest can also fit neatly over the body protector and / or jackets and coats
Will I receive instructions with my air vest?
Detailed operating instructions will be sent in the parcel with your vest. Please read carefully before wearing the vest. They include:
- How to attach the saddle strap to the stirrup bars
- Attaching the Lanyard to the saddle strap
- Changing the canister following activation
- Cleaning and care instructions
Where can I obtain replacement canisters?
To order replacement canisters Click Here.
Otherwise please see the list of our Suppliers and events. They can be contacted in order to obtain replacement canisters.
Otherwise call us on 07500 962397 to order.
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