Braided English Reins | Sea Foam

Description

Say goodbye to stiff leather and rattling clips. 

These Braided English Reins combine the weight and drape of traditional premium Paracord with the sleek durability of PawTex to give you reins that offer superior grip in all weathers. The unique PawTex turnouts eliminate the metal-on-metal "clank" of traditional clips, ensuring a stable, quiet connection to the bit—perfect for sensitive horses. Handcrafted to perform in the muddiest fields and the finest arenas, every pair is personally made by Sophia in the South East of England to guarantee exceptional quality.

Why You'll Love It

🔇 Silent Connection, for Sensitive Horses
Our unique PawTex turnouts eliminate the metal-on-metal "clank" of traditional clips. No rattling. No spooking. Just a stable, quiet connection to the bit—perfect for horses who appreciate a gentler approach.

💪 Superior Grip in All Weathers
Forget stiff leather that gets slippery in the rain. Premium Paracord 550 sits lightly in your hand (approx. 20mm wide × 8mm thick) and won't absorb water—so your reins stay grippy, lightweight, and reliable whether you're schooling in the arena or hacking through a downpour.

☁️ Broken-In Feel from Day One
No breaking-in period. No stiffness. These reins feel soft and supple straight out of the box, giving you instant comfort and confident contact.

💦 Built for British Weather
Waterproof. Rot-proof. Fade-proof. Handcrafted to perform in the muddiest fields and the finest arenas—because British equestrians need gear that works as hard as they do.

🇬🇧 Hand-braided in the UK – Artisan craftsmanship by Sophia

The Details:

Material: 

• Premium Paracord 550: Soft, Type III braided rope with a 550 lbs minimum breaking strength. OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified, UV and rot resistant. Won't absorb water, so it stays light and grippy in all conditions.

• PawTex Turnouts: Durable, waterproof coated material that creates a silent, stable connection to the bit—no metal clips, no noise.

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Hardware:

• Delicate buckle fastenings for secure fit.

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Certifications:

• OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 (Paracord 550)

• UV and rot resistant materials
  
  

Made: 

• By hand in the South East of England. Every pair is personally handcrafted by Sophia with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring exceptional quality and consistency you can trust.

Care: 

• Zero Maintenance Required. Muddy ride? No problem.

  • Machine Washable: Pop them in a wash bag at 30°C

  • Easy Clean: Dunk in a bucket or rinse under the tap—no soaping or oiling needed

  • Rot & Fade Proof: UV-resistant materials keep your colours vibrant ride after ride

View our full Care Instructions →

Sizing:

All measurements are approximate (bit loop to buckle):

• Small Pony: 120cm

• Pony: 125cm

• Cob: 132cm

• Full: 139cm

• Extra Full: 145cm
  
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Perfect For:

✅ Riders seeking a quiet, stable connection for sensitive horses

✅ Equestrians who want superior grip in wet or muddy conditions

✅ Those who value handcrafted British quality over mass-produced tack

✅ Riders tired of stiff, slippery leather that needs constant maintenance

✅ Schooling, hacking, and everyday riding in all weathers

Shipping:

Every product is handcrafted to order in our UK workshop. 

We hand-finish every piece to ensure it meets our high standards for your Ponies and Pups. 

📦 Delivery:

Royal Mail Tracked 48 

📍Tracking:

Emailed once dispatched 

🇬🇧 UK Only:

We currently ship within the UK

Returns:

✅ 14-day returns on ready-to-wear items (15% restocking fee applies) 

✅ Custom orders are final sale (made to your specifications)

✅ Faulty items? Contact us within 7 days for a full refund or replacement 

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