Spurs

[Abbeygale]

I haven't had a horse that I could even think about using spurs on for donkeys years!! But I want to use some with my mare for a little while - my old spurs have slowly rotted in the corner. So I though I would buy some new ones....

Go to Derby house - and there's all sorts there!!

I looked at the roller ball spurs - has anyone used these? Any good?

I only want something fairly diddly, and I had read somewhere that the roller balls can be better??

I haven't brought any spurs probably for about 15 years - and they all seem so expensive!!!

Thanks for any help xx

(I have only looked at derbyhouse so far - so I am sure there are cheaper places than that - just haven't got any further!!!)

 

[sfward]

Haven't used them, but I've also heard the roller ball ones are good, especially for horses that mark easily. Ditto the ones with little rubber tips.
Your Horse magazine has a feature this month on spurs - different styles and where to buy them. Might be worth a look? If it's not out any more let me know and I will scan the page for you!

 

[sea_view]

I use little button spurs - had a wee pair for ages and then got a new pair on ebay. As far as I know the roller ball ones are quite good.

 

[shady_lady]

I use the rollerball spurs they are excellent! my horse hates spurs but likes the rollerballs... they seem to be a more 'positive' aid if you get me?

 

[Abbeygale]

Thanks for the replies guys!

I think I might try the roller ball ones then - as we have been progressing our schooling a little I just want a little reminder should I need it - but she is a sensitive soul when it suits her!!! That's what I get for having a ginger mare hey!!

Thanks for your help

(and for helping me spend some money!!

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