Showing posts with label blankets. Show all posts
Showing posts with label blankets. Show all posts

Saturday, March 8, 2014

Schnieders Blankets

I have had 2 Schnieder's blankets now and I absolutely love them. They are tough, well constructed, warm, and sharp looking. They come with a 2 year warranty, but I haven't had to use it yet. Not even a tear! They are incredibly waterproof. These things are tough!

They have different lines for different breeds, including warmblood!

The Vtek V Free Horse Blankets designed to fit the warmblood and TB. Especially those with high withers (which these breeds tend to have). They have great buckles, well constructed, not one has broken. Leg straps, belly straps, and double snap chest closure.

They have a pressure free wither design including a wither padding. They also have a strap to adjust the shoulder pressure. Both of these features have completely eliminated my horse's wither soreness which he suffers from wearing traditional blankets.

The Stormshield model is my favorite.


They come in multiple weights, all under $200. The Medium weight is $129 for 220g, the Light weight is $119 for 100g of fill, and the sheet (no insulation) is $109!

I have the Stormshield model in lightweight (100g) and medium weight (220g). I cannot stress how much I love them! I will only buy their blankets moving forward. The quality is way up there for the low price, I almost feel like I am robbing them. The Stormshield Light Weight is not incredibly light weight, it is still rather thick. I tend to have him wear it when it's in the 30s or in the 40s at night. He is half clipped and lives in a shed/run outside.

Tip: When measuring your horse stay true to the size or round up. I had a size 78 which fits well on my horse for awhile, but then I had it cleaned and it did shrink a little...his gut was hanging out of the bottom. :) So I graduated it to my smaller rescue horse and bought him a new one, size 80....it fits perfectly and a little room for shrink.

The Stormshield, perfect for TBs and Warmbloods. Buy at SStack.com
My next big purchase, the VTek Marathon Model which comes with a belly band and a heavy weight of 380grams! We have cold winter days of -15 here in Colorado with a clipped horse the leaves in a shed and run this is necessary.
$199.00 for the heavy weight! Buy Here.

Don't have a TB or WB? The V-free model is for Arabians, Quarterhorses, and similar confirmations. They also have the Cutback model for Morgans and other horses with upright necks.

They also have a great fly sheet model, which is probably worth a try this summer!

Thursday, November 14, 2013

Updates Made On The Weekly Deals Page

I updated the Weekly Tack Deals page today. It fulfills my daily dose of equestrian shopping without breaking the bank! Please enjoy!

Ariat Polo $21.91 on Tack of the Day
In XL only

Bradley Knee Patch Breeches by SmartPak $26.24
Tan and charcoal in tons of sizes!

Masta Suede Fleece Cooler on VTO Saddlery for $25
Sizes 69" and 72" available. Has wither pad for high withered horse comfort.

Classic Equine Leather Front Jumping Boots on VTO Saddlery for $70!
In all sizes, love the leather, foam and sheepskin lined. 50% off!


Sunday, October 20, 2013

Get $50 towards a new Rambo blanket when you send Dover your old one

Dover offers $50 toward a new Rambo blanket if you send in your old Rambo or Horseware blanket in to Dover. Your old blanket will be donated to local charities and rescues. The offer does not apply to blankets on closeout.
 
More details may be found here on the Dover site. A list of eligible blankets to purchase using this program may also be found here.