A New Take on a Classic Shires Blanket
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Blanket Size Information Blanket tips for a great fit When buying any blanket for your horse , fit is key, and should never be underestimated. If you’ve bought the most amazing blanket with a whole range of features, it could potentially cause more harm than good if it is ill fitting. The good news is that it is not hard to achieve a good fit. Here are our top tips: Measure your horse before you go out to your local tack shop. This can be done with a tape measure. Simply put one end of the tape in the center of your horse’s chest and the other end on the horse’s buttocks where you would expect the blanket to finish. Horse blankets are sized in centimeters, inches or feet and inches—make sure you check what size blanket you are getting as a 66" blanket will not fit a 6'6" horse. When you’ve bought the blanket, take it home and try it on your horse over a clean bedsheet or clean summer sheet—make sure you leave all the tags on. If the blanket fits, then remove the tags and use; if not, you might be able to return the blanket to the retail outlet you purchased it from as long as it is in a saleable condition—check with your retailer at the time you purchase the blanket. European sizes are measured from the top of the horse Withers to Tail Blanket Size Chart ( Bottom measurement ) UK/USA/Australian sizes are measured at the bottom of the horse from the center of the chest to the rear A blanket will not stay in place unless it fits properly. A badly fitting blanket will slip and could cause discomfort for the horse and could be strained to breaking point. How can I tell if the blanket fits? The blanket should fit well over the withers and the shoulders so that the horse can move freely without the blanket slipping back. The breast straps should be fastened so that the fabric overlaps underneath them. The straps should be tight enough to hold the blanket in place, but not so tight that it causes the blanket’s shape to distort on the horse’s back or could cause pressure points around the horse’s chest and wither area. Cross surcingles should be fastened so you can fit a hand’s breadth between the surcingles and the horse’s body. This means that the straps are tight enough to prevent legs becoming caught should the horse lie down, but not so tight that the horse will be uncomfortable. If the blanket has leg straps, they should be fastened so that the left strap is passed around the left hind leg and fastened back to the left side. The right strap should then pass around the right hind leg, loop through the left strap, and then fasten to the right side. There should be about 4–5" between the strap and the horse’s leg to prevent the blanket slipping without causing the horse any discomfort. 1 www.shiresequestrian.com Blankets The Tempest range of blankets has been designed with price and quality in mind. The blankets have all been carefully priced to make them highly affordable, but they still benefit from Shires’ famous fit and design. A ripstop, waterproof and breathable 600 denier outer has been used in this range so there’s no compromise there, all that has changed are fewer extra features. 9330 Tempest Lite Well priced lightweight, waterproof, breathable, 600 denier turnout blanket with double breast straps, cross surcingles, tail flap and fillet string. Sizes: 66"–84" Color: Navy/Sky $69.95 9331 Tempest 180 Winter Turnout Quality winter turnout blanket with 180g filling, 600 denier waterproof, breathable, ripstop outer, double breast straps, cross surcingles, tail flap and fillet string. A great blanket for whatever the winter brings, at an exceptional price! 2 Sizes: 66"–84" Color: Navy/Sky $79.95 Blankets 9301 StormBreaker 100 The StormBreaker 100 has been designed for cool weather to provide the horse with a little bit more protection than a rain sheet. The StormBreaker 100 has 100g fill, ShireTex 600 denier waterproof, breathable outer, taped seam, breast straps, low cross surcingles and a large tail flap. Sizes: 66"–84" Color: Navy/Red $99.95 9398 Winter StormBreaker The StormBreaker is perfect for unclipped horses throughout the winter, or clipped horses in the mild winter and fall weather. It is waterproof, breathable, and tough. The StormBreaker is a fantastic value! With 220g of polyfill insulation: Color: Black & Tan check Sizes: 66"–84" $134.95 With 330g of polyfill insulation: Color: Black check Sizes: 66"–84" $139.95 Black & Tan 9398N StormBreaker Neck Blanket A neck blanket to match the popular StormBreaker Blanket. Sizes: M, L For sizing, see page 1 3 Colors: 220g Black & Tan Check 330g Black Check $49.95 www.shiresequestrian.com Blankets 9317 Winter Highlander 9317N Highlander Neck The Highlander is perfect for clipped horses in the autumn and hardy horses A neck blanket to match the popular and ponies in the winter. The blanket has loads of features. It has a 600 denier, Highlander Blanket. waterproof, ripstop, breathable outer with taped seams to prevent leaks. It • 600 denier outer • Waterproof also has 200g polyfill insulation, breast straps, low cross surcingles, leg straps, • Breathable • Ripstop • 200g filling shoulder gussets, anti-rub lining in the chest and shoulder area, and a tail flap. S i z e s : M , L • 600 denier outer • Shoulder gussets • Waterproof • Breathable Color: Navy with silver trim $44.95 • Rip-stop • 200g filling Sizes: 48"–100" Color: Navy with silver trim $119.95 9317C Winter Highlander Combo Just like the Winter Highlander, but with a built-in neck cover, perfect for fully clipped or more sensitive horses and ponies. Sizes: 66"–87" Color: Navy with silver trim $139.95 4 Blankets 9316 Summer Highlander Sheet The Summer Highlander is a quality lightweight turnout blanket with 600 denier waterproof, breathable, ripstop outer, double breast straps, shoulder gussets, cross surcingles, back leg straps, and a tail flap. Sizes: 48"–84" Color: Navy with silver trim (See color 9316M) $89.95 9316M Miniature Summer Highlander Just like our Summer Highlander but for miniature ponies. Sizes: 36", 39", 42" Color: Navy with silver trim $59.95 95V Summer Typhoon Turnout Sheet With all the features of the Winter Typhoon (shown on page 6), but without filling. Sizes: 69"–84" Color: Blue $139.95 95VHC High Neck Summer Turnout Sheet 1680 denier ballistic outer has all the great features as the 93VHC but no fill. Sizes : 69'' –84'' Colors: Blue, Purple $149.95 For sizing, see page 1 5 www.shiresequestrian.com Blankets The Typhoon blanket range has high quality 1680 ballistic outers, shoulder gussets, high quality fastenings, large tail flaps and easy to adjust quick fasten breast straps that are simple to use, even for cold fingers! A new take on a classic Shires blanket. Sky Blue 93V Winter Typhoon With 1680 denier ballistic, breathable and waterproof outer, this blanket will keep your horse dry even in the most extreme weather. This coupled with 220g or 330g polyfill insulation means that your horse will be warm too. The Winter Typhoon also comes with breathable lining, easily adjustable breast straps, shoulder gussets, cross surcingles, leg straps, a tail flap, and no back seams. Sizes: 69"–84" 220g Colors: Sky Blue, Purple $159.95 6 Sizes: 69"–84" 330g Color: Sky Blue $169.95 Blankets 93VHC Winter Typhoon High Neck The High Neck is great for horses living out or those who need a little extra warmth. It features an ultra tough and hardwearing 1680 denier ballistic outer with a 220g or 330g polyfill insulation to keep your horse super warm and snug. The blanket is also breathable, waterproof, has leg straps, shoulder gussets, a tail flap, Purple and easy to adjust breast straps. Sizes: 69"–87" 220g Colors: Sky Blue, Purple $169.95 Sizes: 69"–84" 330g Color: Sky Blue $179.95 93VC Winter Typhoon Combo Just like the Winter Typhoon, but with a built-in neck cover to provide the clipped or most sensitive horse or pony with superb protection from the elements. Sizes: 69"–84" 220g Color: Sky Blue $189.95 Sizes: 69"–84" 330g Color: Sky Blue $199.95 For sizing, see page 1 7 www.shiresequestrian.com Blankets The StormCheeta—Shires’ ultimate turnout blanket! With a ShireTex™ 2000 denier ballistic outer, shoulder gussets, easy to fasten breast straps, a large tail flap and excellent quality fastenings; the StormCheeta Combo is Shires’ top turnout blanket. StormCheeta Turnout For the coldest days, the StormCheeta is the ultimate in equine protection. The blanket has a ShireTex 2000 denier ballistic outer which is waterproof and breathable. It also has: 400g or 200g polyfill insulation, easily adjustable breast straps, shoulder gussets, cross surcingles, leg straps, a tail flap, and no back seam. If you are worried about your horse getting cold this winter, this blanket is an essential and you can be sure that it will keep him warm, comfortable and dry. Perfect for clipped or more sensitive horses and ponies. • ShireTex™ 2000 denier ballistic outer • Waterproof • Breathable • Nylon lining 71S Rain Sheet Sizes: 72'' –84'' Color: Poppy $169.95 71V/200g StormCheeta Turnout 200g Fill Sizes: 69"–84" Colors: Brown, Navy, Poppy $179.95 71V/400g StormCheeta Turnout Sizes: 72"–84" Colors: Poppy, Brown $199.95 71N StormCheeta Neck Sizes: M, L Colors: Poppy, Brown $64.95 71C StormCheeta Combo Sizes: 69"–84" Color: Poppy, Brown $219.95 Brown Top Tip! 8 For sizing, see page 1 A simple way to check your horse’s temperature is to feel the base of his ears, if they’re cold, then he is too! Blankets Shires Blanket Tip: Newmarket blankets are made from 100% wool so they are very, very warm making them well suited for clipped or thin-skinned horses.