Can you fond me some reiins?

[spacefaer]

I used to have a fab pair of reins- thin and light with strips of rubber running lengthwise through the reins.

This would have been in the 90s
Is there anything like this on the market?

I've got a new horse who is very light in the mouth and my old-ish rubber reins are too clumpy for the contact that he currently wants

 

[teapot]

Like the more old fashioned continental reins?

Mark Todd Continental Reins - Havana

<span>Made from soft, supple leather, the Mark Todd Continental Reins are a stylish and practical rein and a fantastic addition to any rider's collection.</span>

www.hopevalleysaddlery.co.uk

Or more this style?

Ascot Super Grip Reins | deversaddlery

Ascot Quality Supergrip Rein with Stainless Steel fittings. This Super Grip Rein offers a very flexible feel and is suitable for many riding disciplines.This rein features 5/8"(16mm) leather with a unique 3/4"(19mm) rubberised webbing for enhanced grip in all weather conditions. Available in...

www.deversaddlery.com

 

[SpeedyPony]

Something like this?

Shires Velociti GARA Continental Rubber Grip Reins

<span>These continental reins feature anti-slip rubber grips in bright colours to complete your look. Hook stud billets and stainless steel fittings. Restrained design gives Velociti GARA leatherwork enduring appeal.</span>

www.hopevalleysaddlery.co.uk

 

[Abacus]

You made me think of two types. One - the one-sided thin rubber/leather reins that look traditional (dressage) but have some grip. Or two - the very floppy nylon- based rubber reins that almost feel elasticated.

One: https://gsequestrian.co.uk/products...ULy8O8pO3J3kxs2OsVSXIcX7oYQawhmAeWPxIKc&gQT=1



Two:

Mark Todd Soft Hold Rubber Reins - Black

<span>These soft hold rubber reins are supple and help keep purchase tension, even in wet conditions.</span>

www.hopevalleysaddlery.co.uk

 

[spacefaer]

Thank you ! So quick! The Ascot looks exactly like what I was thinking of!

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[Dave's Mam]

The Henry James Calfskin Supergrip reins are lovely.
Soft leather with rubber on the inside only. Really light & lovely in your hand. I love mine.

 

[spacefaer]

@Dave's Mam I'll have a look.
I've had ordinary rubber reins for so long, I've never needed to look at anything else!

 

[criso]

I have some Henry James eventer reins, they're about 8 years old but still in perfect condition. Strong, flexible and not too thick.

You could try the quiz to see what comes up.

Rein Recommendation

Answer the questions to get personalized product recommendations.

www.henryjamessaddlery.co.uk

 

[Barton Bounty]

I have the LeMieux magna reins, I have osteoarthritis and was finding that even with gloves on the knobbly bits were hurting my fingers. The magna reins are gel feeling and they are comfy and soft but expensive

 

[Chippers1]

The Henry James Calfskin Supergrip reins are lovely.
Soft leather with rubber on the inside only. Really light & lovely in your hand. I love mine.

I've got these too and agree, they're great reins!

 

[ihatework]

@Dave's Mam I'll have a look.
I've had ordinary rubber reins for so long, I've never needed to look at anything else!

If you have used standard rubber for a long time have you considered the biogrips/equivalent. They look pretty similar to rubber reins but are thinner/lighter/floppier and sound like they might be ideal for what you need? They are my go to reins.

 

[LEC]

I have Biogrips now and then thicker rubber for something like hunting and team chasing.

 

[smolmaus]

Something like this?

Shires Velociti GARA Continental Rubber Grip Reins

<span>These continental reins feature anti-slip rubber grips in bright colours to complete your look. Hook stud billets and stainless steel fittings. Restrained design gives Velociti GARA leatherwork enduring appeal.</span>

www.hopevalleysaddlery.co.uk

Ty, I didn't know I could have orange reins

 

[Stenners]

I love Henry James reins! I have the Biogrip ones.

 

[Skib]

I ride with Sabre reins. Fine soft leather with no rubber. My old share had them and I bought some for my present ride. Mark Rashid taught one that the reins connect the most sensitive part of the horse to the most sensitive part of the human, and I like to think of it like that. Which means soft supple reins.

They seem to have been accepted without comment by her other sharers and eventually her rubber stopped, RS style reins were put away in the store.

 

[spacefaer]

@ihatework I had a pair of biogrip and loathed them with a passion - I eventually gave them away to a friend. They were lovely, light and soft .... but with a strong horse, they always gave me the feeling that they were stretching. It was weird.

@Skib I grew up with plain leather reins on my ponies. I get your point about softness but not in the rain...... i remember all too well having leather reins slide through my fingers in the pouring rein....

 

[teacups]

I have some Albion with nubuck - soft but grippy. Not the cheapest option though.

 

[Reacher]

For anyone who remembers Allo Allo I keep reading this thread’s title in a silly accent ….

 

[spacefaer]

For anyone who remembers Allo Allo I keep reading this thread’s title in a silly accent ….

Teach.me to spell check my typos

 

[St Nicnaclaus]

I love HJ reins having had a few pairs and am now converted to their Impression grip reins. Really light and thin; more importantly really comfortable for my old hands. Have on dressage bridle and saving for a second pair for the grackle.

 

[Skib]

remember all too well having leather reins slide through my fingers in the pouring rein....

I started riding aged 60 with the least expensive gear. I love my Roekl gloves (and OH's winter ones) but have never thrown away my pimple cotton gloves and I rode in them last summer. Or indeed with no gloves at all.

 

[ihatework]

@ihatework I had a pair of biogrip and loathed them with a passion - I eventually gave them away to a friend. They were lovely, light and soft .... but with a strong horse, they always gave me the feeling that they were stretching. It was weird.

@Skib I grew up with plain leather reins on my ponies. I get your point about softness but not in the rain...... i remember all too well having leather reins slide through my fingers in the pouring rein....

Yes they would be horrid on a strong puller!!
But are lovely on something light in the contact