Why Choose Hit Air?
Hit Air have specialised in air protection for over 25 years. We are the founding fathers of this technology and are proud to continue to be the market leading innovators.
We focus all our attention on worn air protection. Our vests are CE Certified by authorised test houses in Europe and have also undergone extensive testing, research and development in facilities across the world. We do not aim to meet the minimum standards required for certification – instead we strive to exceed shock absorbing requirements and air bag coverage to provide the ultimate air protection for riders.
Our vests are worn by hundreds of thousands of people in over 30 countries, with well over 2 million canisters sold to date. They are worn by professionals in all riding disciplines and by happy hackers alike.
Reliability is crucial, so our vests are all hand finished in our dedicated family run facility. We inflate all air bags before they are inserted in the vests and then once again when the vests are completed. We are passionate about your safety, so testing them twice prior to delivering them to you and following stringent quality checks is part of our promise to you.
We provide a dedicated UK Service Centre and are on hand 7 days a week for help and advice.
We have a network of trained stockists with many having over 10 years experience fitting and supporting Hit Air customers. This also ensures easy access to Hit Air canisters across the country.
Which Hit Air vest is right for you?
There are three main options in the Hit Air range:

MLV3
The latest in our best selling MLV range

MLV2
Similar construction to the MLV3 but incorporating back padding

VH Advantage
Designed primarily for show jumping, to optimise style, comfort & safety
Hit Air MLV3
The MLV3 is the latest in our MLV Series and is the culmination of over 25 years research, development and real world experience. Its unique air bag construction makes it ideal for eventing but adjustable enough for all riding disciplines.
It is neat and light weight and can be adjusted over changing layers. If you require the ultimate air bag coverage then this is the choice for you.
This vest has the all important Hit Air signature neck protection in addition to rib and lower back coverage that are unique to this vest. When deciding which vest to choose you need to clearly compare where the airbags inflate rather than just the outer vest cover.
This vest is worn by professionals worldwide and in the UK by many 5* Eventers including, Pippa Funnell, Bubby Upton Yasmin Ingham, Lauren Innes, Alice Casburn and Phoebe Locke. The vest is equally suited to the all-rounder for hacking and schooling.
The vest is certified to the latest Equestrian Air vest standard CE NF572-800 2022
When selecting an air vest we would encourage you to pay particular attention to where a vest inflates, rather than the shape of the outer vest. This vest has several unique features which set this vest apart from others on the market.
This vest is the ultimate vest for safety, comfort and style…

Hit Air MLV2
This vest has a similar air bag construction to the MLV 3 with all the benefits that brings but with the addition of a lightweight panel of back padding. This vest is available in Black and Navy and also Florescent Yellow making it the ultimate choice for hacking.

Hit Air VH Advantage
This flexible vests with its mesh sides and slim silhouette is the latest edition to the Hit air range. It is designed to fit neatly over a show jacket but is stretchy and robust enough for daily use hacking and schooling.
This model incorporates our signature protection which sets all Hit Air vests apart from other models on the market. The airbags have been reinforced to enhance shock absorption for optimal protection to the chest and spine and to exceed the requirements of certification.
This vest focuses on the areas most prone to the more serious life threatening injuries.
This vest is the optimal combination of style, comfort and safety.
All of the accessories including mechanisms, saddle straps and lanyards are compatible across our range.

Hit Air Vests Servicing
We recommend you have your vest serviced annually or after six inflations or a heavy fall
The vest will need to be sent (without a canister) but with your lanyard and saddle strap