Safety, Comfort and Style

• Hit Air vests are designed as a shock buffering, stabilising system to reduce the risk of significant injury in the event of a fall
• they offer advanced protection that is a culmination of over 25 years research, development and real world experience
• the unique properties of air molecules within the inflated Hit Air vests have the ability to absorb and dissipate energy, therefore reducing the likelihood of significant injury
• our vests have the ability to absorb shock at the impact zone beyond the capabilities of the foam used in traditional body protectors
• all our models include the Hit Air signature neck protection. This is designed to decelerate the neck in the event of a fall, significantly reducing the possibility of hyper extension and whiplash
• the spinal airbags are designed to sit beside each side of the spine to keep the spine off the ground, designed to reduce the risk of injury to this vulnerable area
• the MLV3 is the latest in the MLV range and has been our best seller model for eventing, hacking and schooling for a number of years. It represents the ultimate in light weight minimal design but ultimate air bag coverage – including unique coverage of the ribcage and lower back in addition to the chest, spine and neck
• the VH Advantage is the latest addition to our range and focuses protection on the neck, spine and chest. It is designed with a slimmer silhouette, reinforced airbags and of course, our signature neck protection
• all our vests inflate outwards so there is no possibility of winding on inflation
• the canister and key ball are enclosed to protect the mechanism from dirt in the event of a fall which also helps to make them the quietest on the market
• Hit Air vests are worn by 25 police forces worldwide, many of which have conducted independent testing

Riding is a dangerous activity. Air vests are designed to reduce the risk of injury but it is important to understand that an air vest will not help in all circumstances. You ride at your own risk.

To compare models and decide which is best vest for you please see our Which Vest

• the lightweight MLV range has clever internal straps so they can be adjusted to fit neatly over changing seasonal layers – or over a body protector which is mandatory for XC by BE and the FEI
• the patented design allows the vests to be worn discreetly but expand outward on inflation
• the unique design is perfect for hacking and schooling, in addition to the more extreme equestrian disciplines
• the outward inflation means it can be worn neatly over the body or body protector
• the VH Advantage has been designed for optimal comfort and style while protecting the areas most prone to serious injury

View our gallery to help you decide which model may be best for you.

• all of our designs have evolved to suit the unique ergonomics of the rider
• it is important that you have full freedom of movement while riding and they do not interfere in any way with your position and your ability to react with what is going on underneath you
• all Hit Air models are designed so they do not interfere with the saddle. The MLV range has a lower back cushion which only releases in the event of a fall
• many riders report that they do not feel like they are wearing an extra layer
• they can be worn comfortably over changing layers to adapt to changing seasons
• the VH Advantage has stretch mesh sides for ultimate comfort and style
• all models allow air circulation to keep cool in the summer months

• award winning technology from the founding fathers of air vests
• all models on this site are CE certified and manufactured by Mugen Denko
• patented technology EP 1 323359 B1
• rigorously tested by the Japanese Automobile Research institution, TUV Netherlands and CRITT France. Independently tested by the French, Spanish, Korean and Japanese Police
• 6,000 supplied to the French mounted and motorcycle police
• gold medal for safety in the World Innovation Awards
• Salon du Cheval award for innovation in safety

Latest Model Certification

• MLV3 and VH Advantage: European Horse Riding Standard CE NF572-800 2022
• MLV2: EN1621-4:2013