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Keep the connection with a range of reins, rigorously put to the test

Our testers: The up-and-coming showjumping riders from the JB Academy, coached by Johnathan Bowman, kindly tested our reins.

The products

RRP
£84

Vespucci hand grip rubber reins

These reins have nearly double the number of leather grips for a precise, steady contact. They’re shorter than normal reins to avoid the danger of getting your foot caught up in the excess loop.

β€œThe finish and the grip are top class.”

RRP
£68

Silver Crown flexible reins

Made from internally-reinforced rubber with martingale stops and stainless steel fittings.

Tel: 01628 302301 shadowhorse.co.uk

β€œThese are very good quality and have a unique finish with white stitching. They’re easy to hold and flexible.Β They’re a premium product at a premium price.”

RRP
£24.99

Kincade soft padded reins

Traditionally-styled reins with leather martingale stops.

β€œThese reins are very soft on my hands and I love the style of the martingale stops.Β The design is great for schooling, but I probably wouldn’t compete with them.”

RRP
£30

John Whitaker red patent rubber reins

English leather with black rubber grip and brass buckles.

β€œThey really stand out against my horse and have been much admired. They’re just the right width and thickness for my hand.”

RRP
£31.95

JHL pro rubber grip reins

Rubber grip over internal webbing for strength. Pre-oiled leather with martingale stops, and stainless steel buckles and billets.

Tel: 01303 872277 wefi.co.uk

β€œThey are very flexible in my hands and a bit shorter than my other reins, so great for jumping.”

RRP
£64.11

Jeffries traditional laced reins

Made in Britain, these traditional reins are made to stand the test of time.

β€œThese reins are well-made and designed to last.”

RRP
£11

Hy continental reins

Continental webbed reins with leather grips and billet hook fastening.

Tel: 01522 529206 battles.co.uk

β€œNice, basic reins at a good price.Β The leather is slightly stiff when attaching the reins to the bit.”

RRP
£21.99

Horze selfoss rubber reins

Soft rubber reins reinforced with nylon, with snap hooks at the ends.

β€œVery flexible grip and I love the clips on the ends for ease of use.Β It would be great if they came in different lengths.”

RRP
£60

Harry Dabbs continental reins

Double-layered English leather ends with hook studs, leather martingale stops and a fine layer of rubber interwoven with the webbing to provide extra grip.

Tel: 01239 614648 thermatex.co.uk

β€œI love the leather grips as they help me keep a consistent contact on the reins.”

RRP
£29.99

GFS insider grip reins

Rubber on the inside of the rein gives discreet grip, ideal for showing.

β€œThey aren’t too bulky and provide good grip, even in the rain.”

RRP
£9.99

Fouganza Romeo reins

Web and rubber reins with raised, fancy-stitched bit ends. Includes leather martingale stops.

β€œI like how supple these reins are and the stitching detail on the padded leather bit end. The wing-shaped martingale rein stops are a great feature.Β The grip is fine with bare hands, but isn’t as good with gloves.”

RRP
£16.50

Cottage Craft plain reins

Smooth leather reins that are stylish, durable and ideal for showing.

Tel: 01274 711101 cottagecraft.co.uk

β€œA good price for a nice pair of reins for showing or quiet hacking.Β They’re smooth, so they don’t have a great grip if your horse is strong.”

RRP
£24.99

Collegiate rubber reins

Made from European leather with stainless steel fittings.

β€œVery grippy rubber reins that don’t slip through my hands when riding my strong horse.”

RRP
£22.49

Caldene supergrip reins

Made from vegetable tanned leather that is eco-friendly, strong and supple.

Tel: 01274 711101 caldene.co.uk

β€œGrippy, continental-style reins with rubber woven in, good for dry weather and using with gloves.Β The rubber isn’t as grippy in wet conditions as they are when dry.”

RRP
£17.95

Bridleway Melton rubber reins

Flexible grip with all the benefits of quality, vegetable-dyed leather. Includes leather martingale stops and hook stud billets.

Tel: 0845 2419970 bridlewayequestrian.com

β€œThese are flexible and grippy – even in the rain. I like the martingale stops as my horse uses a running martingale for jumping.”

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