Hit-air
The connecting strap connects the airbag vest to the attachment point of the saddle cord. It must be attached to the 3rd attachment element : the Hit-Air ball connector assembly.

Hit-air
Hotaka Bi-Fabric Harcour X Hit-Air Jacket + Airbag PACK
This pack contains the Hotaka Jacket riding waistcoat and the Hit Air airbag. The Veste is made from stretch fabric, so you can wear it during training. It's lightweight and comfortable to wear while riding.
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This airbag will protect you from the shocks of potential falls when you're riding. It provides complete protection for the spine, from the cervical vertebrae to the sacrum and coccyx. It also protects the thorax and abdomen.
COMPOSITION
79% polyamide, 21% elastane
COMPLIANCE
The Hit-Air x Harcour Airbag Jacket complies with regulations relating to personal protective equipment (PPE) governed by the French Sports Code. As such, this waistcoat has a CE mark issued by the ALIENOR CERTIFICATION laboratory, in accordance with European regulation 89/686/EEC. Airbag certified NF S72-800-2021.
ACCESSORIES
The waistcoat is delivered with a CO2 gas cartridge, an arming key, a saddle strap and a connection strap. Gas cartridges must be used with care and stored at a temperature below 40°C. It is essential to buy only approved Hélite brand cartridges, and to change them after each firing!
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
The CO2 cartridge must be screwed firmly and fully into the firing pin. Once in place, do not attempt to unscrew or remove it.
The two ends of the saddle girth must be attached to the knives of your saddle, before your stirrup leathers. Next, the connecting strap should be attached to the saddle girth, via its specially designed karabiner. It is the connecting strap, directly connected to the gas cartridge, that will enable the cartridge to be released in the event of a fall.
STORAGE AND CARE
Do not machine wash or tumble dry. Brush the waistcoat with a stiff bristle brush slightly dampened with water, then air dry on a hanger.
Technical specifications
Sex | Mixt |
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Size | L / M / S / XL / XS / XXS |
Color | Navy |
Product type | Airbag jacket |
Reference | PHotaka |
Frequently asked questions
If your airbag is not the right size or does not fit, you have 15 days in which to return it to us. The cost of returning the airbag is borne by the customer, while the cost of exchanging airbags is borne by Vestride.
Only Spark, Hit-Air, Equiline's Oxair and children's models, Helite's Airjacket and Freejump's X'Air Safe airbags can be worn over clothing. Airbag jackets can be worn over thin clothing (teeshirts, sweaters) or combined with compatible clothing.
To find out which cartridge matches your airbag model and size, refer to the cross-reference table in the detailed description of each cartridge and airbag. This information is also given directly on your airbag or in the instructions for use.
We recommend storing it on a hanger away from moisture. Storing it on a hanger helps protect the membrane by limiting the risk of folding or cracking. Avoid storing it in a ball in your rack, or exposing it to high temperatures (radiators, cars in direct sunlight, etc.).
The saddle strap is fastened to either side of the saddle through the two stirrup leathers. This way, there's a perfect balance of release in the event of a fall, whether to the left or right of the horse. The buckle attaches to the connecting strap, which in turn connects to the airbag.
After deployment, your vest's membrane is inflated and the cartridge is emptied of its CO2. To reset, unscrew the old cartridge, expel all the air from the membrane, connect the trigger ball using the key supplied, then screw in a new cartridge. The exact re-priming procedure differs depending on the airbag model. It is important to follow the instructions given in the user manual supplied with the vest. If necessary, you can always contact us.
Your airbag must be adapted to your body type and size. We advise you to keep a fist's width between your chest and the airbag, to provide the space needed for optimum inflation. When you're riding, it shouldn't get in the way, rising up towards your ears, or even touching the saddle cantle.
The main difference lies in how they are worn: the vest-style airbag is worn like a jacket, close to the body, and requires compatible clothing on top. The classic airbag is worn over any clothing, serving as the outermost layer.
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