Looking for the ideal stable rug this winter? This guide will help you find a rug to suit both your horse and your pocket
Aerborn
The Pegasus stable rug is made froma nylon outer and high-loft polyester filling. It has cross-surcingles, adjustable breast straps and detachable leg straps. Available in sizes 4ft 9in-7ft.
Cost from around £40.
For more information contact Aerborn Equestrian Ltd (tel: 0115 9505631) visit www.aerbron.co.uk
Equine Innovations
The Tri-shield rug has fully-interchangeable layers, it offers the buyer up to nine different fitting options. There is a cotton cooler/summer sheet, a stable rug and an outdoor rug. All can be used separately or combined. Available in sizes 4ft 9in-7ft 3in plus.
Cost at around £255.
For more information contact Equine Innovations (tel: 0161 973 8111) or visit www.equineinnovations.com
Fal Equestrian
The Fal-Pro Saracen is made from a stain-resistant fabric, and is lined in polycotton. It can be bought with a fixed or detachable neck cover. Available in Blackwatch Tartan in sizes4ft-8ft.
Cost from around £70.
For more information contact Fal Equestrian (tel: 01670 357300) or visit www.falpro.com
Horseware
The Rhino Stable Wug Plus is made from a polypropylene outer and a thermobonded filling. It has a high neck together with a patented front closure system and cross-surcingles. Available in burgundy tartan and in sizes 5ft 6in-7ft.
Cost at around £93.
For more information contact Horseware (tel: 00 353 4293 89000) or visit www.horseware.com
Jumper’s Horseline
The Tartan Supreme is made from a tough polyester outer and warm filling. It has a high neck and features adjustable clip front fastenings and lowcross-surcingles. Available in sizes 5ft 6in-6ft 9in.
Cost at around £53.
For more information contact Jumper’s Horseline (tel: 01793 850508) or visit www.jumpershorseline.com
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