- Frequently asked questions
- What types of reins are there?
- Which reins are better - with or without stops?
Reins
- Frequently asked questions
- What types of reins are there?
- Which reins are better - with or without stops?
What types of reins are there?
- Web reins
- Rubber reins
- Leather reins
- Braided cotton or nylon reins
- Double bridle reins
Leather reins are very comfortable in the hand, but must also be well cared for with leather care. In combination with a leather bridle of the same colour, leather reins look particularly elegant. If you want to give your horse outfit that little bit extra, you will also find leather reins with sparkling glittering stones in our reins assortment.
Double bridle reins are often leather reins that are buckled into the weymouth bit and bradoon. So that the rider can hold two pairs of reins in their hand without any problems, the double bridle reins are narrow with a maximum width of 1.5 cm. In addition, there are no reins stops, which can be a hindrance when holding the reins in this way.
Cotton reins with snap hooks are very popular with horse trekkers who want to lead their horse on the road and turn the reins into a lead rope. For Western riders there are the classic split reins made of leather. However, you can also buy cotton reins in our Western range.
In addition to the rein material, the buckle with which the reins are buckled into the bit ring or the double bridle also plays an important role. This is because it essentially determines how clearly the rein aid reaches the horse's mouth. You have the choice between the following fasteners:
- Classic buckle fastening: the rein leather is hooked directly into the bit rings and closed by means of a buckle and spikes.
- Hook stud billets: very popular for optical reasons, as no buckle is visible.
- Snap hooks or rein snaps: very good for quick buckling and unbuckling, therefore popular with horse trekkers and Iceland riders.
- Reins with rings: reins are attached to the bit by means of a ring.
Which reins are better - with or without stops?
On reins with stops, the stops are about 10 to 15 cm apart. Their purpose is to prevent the reins from slipping through the fingers. In addition, they can help beginners in particular to train their eye for the length of both reins.
Experienced riders also like to use reins with stops. However, the disadvantage of stops can be that they cannot be adjusted smoothly. Especially if you are riding your horse with a double bridle, the stops can be a hindrance with two pairs of reins in your hand. That is why it is advisable to do without the stops when using a double bridle.