Must haves for winter! Torch, best bedding etc

[Lotsoflemons]

What are your winter must haves for surviving winter! mine are out 24/7 with access to field shelter but also Stabled in worse weather its getting so dark so quickly and Im looking at getting some more Items to Hopefully make it a bearable winter.

 

[Spottyappy]

Head torch as that leaves both hands free.
After recommendations on here, Tegra waterproof gloves.
water containers in case water freezes. We haven’t had that issue in recent winters, but I still keep mine in case I need to cart water from home.
salt for use in the event of the yard getting slippery.

 

[Lotsoflemons]

Head torch as that leaves both hands free.
After recommendations on here, Tegra waterproof gloves.
water containers in case water freezes. We haven’t had that issue in recent winters, but I still keep mine in case I need to cart water from home.
salt for use in the event of the yard getting slippery.

Great Idea of waterproof gloves! we already have a few ICB water containers incase the hoses freeze and also have them by the field there a really good idea!

 

[KJ94]

Maybe just me but Clean towels! What I find myself reaching for and never having enough of in winter months ?‍

Wiping muddy hoofs when hoose is frozen and farrier is here, drying off wet tack, for when I get pig oil everywhere… may just be me making every job messy somehow tbh though!?

 

[asmp]

something To break the water in the troughs and a sieve to scoop it out

 

[clairebearfur1]

head torch, stones around gates, solar powered lights

 

[MuddyMonster]

I couldn't survive winter without:

Daylight alarm clock
Insulated travel mugs that keep drinks hot
Petzl head torch
Decent waterproofs - I use outdoor brands rather than horsey brands
Good wellies with a decent tread
Waterproof yard gloves
Water containers
Towels
Thermal socks

And being organised so that it becomes routine. I prefer getting riding and all or at least the bulk of yard chores done in the morning so it frees up my evenings for non-horsey things.

 

[palo1]

Torch, tegera gloves, decent wellies, hi vis waterproof quarter sheet and my wonderful long, warm, waterproof, tweed walking, riding coat (made for me). It has 2 large pockets for dog treats, horse treats, hoof pick and string lol, a waterproof lined skirt, covers me to the knees when riding and is wondefully warm. It can be hosed off but is also smart enough for almost any occasion. I have fallen in a bog in it and it just shrugged that off - I kept riding and by the time I got home I was still warm and coat looked like it had just sat indoors. So, yeah, a good coat!!

 

[SpeedyPony]

Stirrup lights (cat eye orb bicycle lights work well) exercise sheet, lightweight cooler, spare turnout rugs, spare coats. Waterproof hat for yard/field chores - way less hassle than a hood.

 

[Peglo]

Hi-vis on rugs so can find ponies easy. A good cup o coffee in the morning before I head out.

 

[Hormonal Filly]

Can anyone recommend a good head torch?

 

[9tails]

Can anyone recommend a good head torch?

Mine is a Petzl Actik. 3 levels of light, rechargeable with a USB and last quite a while on one charge. They're not cheap, I went through plenty of £10 headtorches that promised the world and fell far short, around £70 now but mine has lasted 6 years and lives outside on a hook.

PETZL Actik Core Unisex Head Torch - Jet Black, 450 Lumen/Wearable Headlamp Run Walk Hike Bright Beam LED Winter Lamp Sport Cycling Outdoor Emergency Safety Headband Camping Mountaineering Light : Amazon.co.uk: Sports & Outdoors

 

[palo1]

Can anyone recommend a good head torch?

I think olight are considered to be the best but they are expensive so you panic if you lose one lol!! https://www.olightstore.uk/h05s-led...FKFcRghniJVshpAxc5qJ70-dwfixYPmxoCSMEQAvD_BwE

 

[Squeak]

I've got this one and have used it for all yard work and even use it to hack by a couple of times a week. A head torch was a complete game changer for me, no idea how I coped without them before:

Victoper Wesho Rechargeable Headlight with 3 Lights 4 Modes, 6000 Lumen Super Bright LED Lamp, Hands-Free Flashlight Head Torch for Running, Camping, Fishing, Cycling, Hiking, Waterproof : Amazon.co.uk: Sports & Outdoors

 

[poiuytrewq]

I've got this one and have used it for all yard work and even use it to hack by a couple of times a week. A head torch was a complete game changer for me, no idea how I coped without them before:

Victoper Wesho Rechargeable Headlight with 3 Lights 4 Modes, 6000 Lumen Super Bright LED Lamp, Hands-Free Flashlight Head Torch for Running, Camping, Fishing, Cycling, Hiking, Waterproof : Amazon.co.uk: Sports & Outdoors

Yes! I had this one and it’s brilliant. Last winter I stupidly put it down on a tractor wheel on the yard whilst doing something and you can guess what happened!
OH bought me a far more expensive one and In comparison it’s rubbish! I spent the rest of winter having to use it and look grateful ?
I’m definitely buying another like this though! Thanks for that reminder!

 

[Widgeon]

Can anyone recommend a good head torch?

I have a Nitecore HC60 and it's brilliant - micro USB rechargeable, very robust, and on the top setting it's as bright as the sun :-D They're not cheap but mine has survived several years of heavy winter use and is still going strong.

https://www.nitecore.co.uk/products/nitecore-hc60-v2.html

 

[Ratface]

Great Idea of waterproof gloves! we already have a few ICB water containers incase the hoses freeze and also have them by the field there a really good idea!

Woolly hats/ hats with ear warming flaps and chin guard. Apparently these are called ushankas. Neck warmers/scarves. Hand warmers to keep in pockets of Army surplus. Arctic weather wear. Thermal socks, long and/or short. Thermos flask/mug with hot tea/coffee/soup. Thermal/waterproof gloves.
Consult Dr. Google for suppliers of above.

 

[MuddyMonster]

Thought of another! Fleece ear warmers that attach to your riding hat. Best invention ever

 

[Squeak]

Thought of another! Fleece ear warmers that attach to your riding hat. Best invention ever

Oh gosh, yes they really are brilliant.

I've mentioned it on a few other threads recently but a riding skirt is amazing too.

 

[HorseMaid]

For me it's my waterproofs and a decent head torch (mine was about a tenner on Amazon and its been fantastic, you can see the horses eyes in the dark from the other end of the field!). I leave my waterproof trousers "attached" to my wellies to save faffing about - step out of shoes and into wellies, pull up trousers and off you go!

 

[Hackback]

Torch, tegera gloves, decent wellies, hi vis waterproof quarter sheet and my wonderful long, warm, waterproof, tweed walking, riding coat (made for me). It has 2 large pockets for dog treats, horse treats, hoof pick and string lol, a waterproof lined skirt, covers me to the knees when riding and is wondefully warm. It can be hosed off but is also smart enough for almost any occasion. I have fallen in a bog in it and it just shrugged that off - I kept riding and by the time I got home I was still warm and coat looked like it had just sat indoors. So, yeah, a good coat!!

Your coat sounds amazing. Who made it for you? (I have a big birthday coming up...)

 

[Winters100]

Good thermal underwear, plus ALWAYS have spare pair of socks in the car.

 

[palo1]

Your coat sounds amazing. Who made it for you? (I have a big birthday coming up...)

This amazing and talented lady made my coat! https://showtimetailoring.com/

It was a real treat - very expensive outlay but endlessly repairable and as 'future proof' as possible. We worked on the principle that the coat had to last long enough - truly workable, to make it good value. I don't want to buy synthetic and as expensive as it was, we are confident I will get 10 years use out of it! That will put it's price, as it were, per year at the budget end of synthetic equestrian winter coats. The process was brilliant with Showtime Tailoring making a design for me and me being able to choose all manner of detail. I chose a sporting tweed (rugged and treated to be as waterproof as possible) with wool lining - apart from the goretex skirt bit and it really was a great process. When I ride the skirt covers my saddle and my legs to the knees. It is lovely to walk in and also smart but not padded or heavily lined meaning I can layer up underneath or use as is in warmer weather. The advice I had from Showtime was excellent too. I love my coat so much more than I ever did my wedding dress lol!! In the same way it was a once in a lifetime (hopefully lol) purchase. There are other companies etc that can provide this service but Showtime Tailoring came recommended to me and they do some amazing projects for people.

 

[Hackback]

This amazing and talented lady made my coat! https://showtimetailoring.com/

It was a real treat - very expensive outlay but endlessly repairable and as 'future proof' as possible. We worked on the principle that the coat had to last long enough - truly workable, to make it good value. I don't want to buy synthetic and as expensive as it was, we are confident I will get 10 years use out of it! That will put it's price, as it were, per year at the budget end of synthetic equestrian winter coats. The process was brilliant with Showtime Tailoring making a design for me and me being able to choose all manner of detail. I chose a sporting tweed (rugged and treated to be as waterproof as possible) with wool lining - apart from the goretex skirt bit and it really was a great process. When I ride the skirt covers my saddle and my legs to the knees. It is lovely to walk in and also smart but not padded or heavily lined meaning I can layer up underneath or use as is in warmer weather. The advice I had from Showtime was excellent too. I love my coat so much more than I ever did my wedding dress lol!! In the same way it was a once in a lifetime (hopefully lol) purchase. There are other companies etc that can provide this service but Showtime Tailoring came recommended to me and they do some amazing projects for people.

Thank you very much for this ?