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Cooling rugs
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We've put these rugs through their paces, paying close attention to their fit, and the quality of the materials and fittings. Helping you find the perfect cooler.
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RRP
£244.35
Thermatex SHR Original cooler
Two front fastenings, single belly strap and fillet string.Â
We say…
True to size in length, but slightly tight on a horse with big shoulders. Material is best suited to use on colder days. Good at wicking away sweat and drying off, but the chest fastenings loosened with wearing. Washed well, no wear.
RRP
£169.00
Protechmasta Therapy cooler
Incorporates Far infrared technology. Single front fastening and cross surcingles.
We say…
Recommend going up a size for broader horses. Absorbed moisture well and the infrared technology seemed to help the horse relax. Easy to wash and dried quickly. No signs of wear.Â
RRP
£127.50
Schockemöhle Heat Balance
Two front fastenings, detachable cross surcingles and fillet string.
We say…
True to size. Neckline was an unusual shape but sat well. Although the material was thick, it dried the horse quickly and without him getting too hot. Removable cross straps were useful. Washed well.
RRP
£124.00
Premier Equine PremTex Horse cooler
Triple-layer fabric with fleece wither pad. Two front fastenings, cross surcingles and clip-on tail strap.Â
We say…
True to size. Very lightweight and breathable. Wither pad helped prevent rubbing. Wicked away sweat quickly and effectively. Robust fittings. Washed and dried very well.
RRP
£113.00
Eskadron Softshell Air
Softshell fabric, two front fastenings, removable hidden cross surcingles and fillet string.
We say…
Generous size with a deep fit. Material didn’t pick up bedding or hay. Wicked away moisture well and kept horse at a good temperature. Front straps were fiddly. Washed well, no wear.Â
RRP
£99.95
LeMieux Kudos Mesh Sports cooler
Mesh top panel and lined shoulder. Angled front fastenings, cross surcingles and fillet string.
We say…
True to size, but better suited to lighter builds as tight in the chest. The panel design allowed sensitive areas to cool more slowly. Easy to wash (although it needed to be fastened to avoid snagging in the machine) and stayed in great condition.Â
RRP
£96.00
Bucas Power cooler
Single layer of stay-dry fabric, single chest fastening and hidden surcingle.
We say…
Length was true to size but slightly tight around the chest. Fantastic at cooling and wicking away sweat. Hidden surcingle gave a sleek look. Washed well, didn’t hold onto loose hairs and no signs of wear.
RRP
£87.99
Catago cooler
Two front fastenings, detachable cross surcingles and elastic leg straps.
We say…
True to size – a good fit on a wide-chested horse. The material was best suited to cooler days. It dried the horse quickly. The removable straps were useful. Washed well.
RRP
£74.99
Mark Todd Coolex cooler
Triple-layer fabric, two front buckles, cross surcingles and fillet string.
We say…
True to size and a good fit. Soft material and padded withers helped prevent rubbing. Dried the horse quickly and well every time. Easy to wash, no sign of wear.
RRP
£44.00
Ponyo Horsewear fleece cooler
Detachable neck, lined shoulders and neck. Two front buckles, cross surcingles and fillet string.Â
We say…
This came up small, so go up a size if unsure. The fit was well suited to lighter types. The lining helped to prevent rubbing, but it didn’t wick as well as some. Washed well, with no signs of wear.Â
RRP
£35.99
Hy Equestrian DefenceX System Cool-TeX
Single chest fastening, cross surcingles and fillet string.
We say…
True to size, but fit better suited to lighter-weight builds. A really lightweight rug, although it didn’t wick as well as others. Washed well, with no signs of wear.
RRP
£23.99
Shires Tempest Original Scrim
Breathable mesh panels, two front fastenings, adjustable surcingle and fillet string.Â
We say…
True to size, but snug on horses with larger chests. Thin material wicked away sweat and dried quickly. Best suited to warmer days due to the mesh panels. Washed well, with no signs of wear.
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