It’s officially the season of stomping, swishing, and side-eyeing every black dot in the distance. Whether your horse is a drama queen or built like a tank, they all have one thing in common: flies are not the vibe.

So what works better — fly spray or fly gel?
We’ve rounded up our faves (and your bestsellers), plus when to use which, depending on the situation, the weather, and how feral your horse gets about being touched.

🧴 Fly Sprays We Rate:

NAF Off Extra Effect Fly Spray

💥 Hardcore but still gentle
🌿 Herbal scent that doesn’t make you gag
✨ Best for full-body coverage and everyday use

Carr & Day & Martin Flygard Extra Strength

🛡️ Contains DEET for maximum bug banishment
💧 Slightly wetter spray — best before turnout
⭐ Great for sensitive types too

💧 Fly Gels That Deliver:

Carr Day & Martin Flygard Gel

🖐️ Thick, easy to apply around eyes and ears
🌱 Natural oils – smells like it should cost double
👌 Ideal for face-phobic horses

Barrier Super Plus Fly Gel

🐴 A little goes a long way
🔥 Doesn’t irritate skin or rub off fast
🛒 A solid yard fave — we restock this constantly

So... Spray or Gel?

Use Spray If:
✔️ Your horse is chill about bottles
✔️ You need fast, full coverage
✔️ You’ve got multiple horses to fly-proof on a time crunch

Use Gel If:
✔️ You’ve got a twitchy, fussy or sensitive horse
✔️ You need control around the eyes, ears or sheath
✔️ It’s a show day and you need precision without a soak

💬 What’s Your Favourite?

Tell us in the comments — or tag us on Instagram with your fly-fighting toolkit using #FourHillsGlowUp.
We’re always keen to hear what actually works on your yard.