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Gallop Equestrian Stable Rugs
Which Gallop stable rug does my horse need?
Pick your Gallop stable rug by fill weight and by how much of the horse it covers. A 50g or 100g rug takes the chill off a mild autumn night, 150g to 200g suits a typical clipped horse through a British winter, and 300g is for hard-clipped or thin-skinned horses in a cold, draughty barn. If your horse rugs up over the neck and shoulders, choose a combo or a rug with a neck set rather than a standard cut. Stable rugs are indoor rugs — they are not waterproof, so keep a separate turnout for the field.
In a hurry?
- Mild nights, unclipped horse: 50g–100g fill.
- Clipped horse, average UK winter: 150g–200g fill.
- Hard-clipped, cold barn, poor doer: 300g fill.
- Horse that gets cold over the topline: combo cut or a rug with a detachable neck cover.
- Size: measure from the centre of the chest to the point of the buttock and round up to the nearest 3in.
- In stock right now: the Gallop Equestrian Trojan Dual 300 Stable Rug & Neck Set in 5ft 6 at £49.01.
Not sure between two weights? Get in touch and our team will help.
How do the fill weights compare?
| Fill weight | Best for | Typical use | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50g (lightweight) | Unclipped or lightly clipped horses | Late summer and early autumn nights, or a dust sheet in a warm barn | Too little warmth once night temperatures drop near freezing |
| 100g (light) | Trace-clipped horses, warm stables | Autumn and spring, or layering under a heavier rug | May not be enough on its own in a cold, open barn |
| 150g (medium-light) | Clipped horses in a sheltered stable | The middle of a mild winter | Sweating if the barn is warm and the horse is unclipped |
| 200g (medium) | Most clipped horses | The default choice for a British winter | Check for sweat behind the elbows in mild spells |
| 300g (heavyweight) | Hard-clipped, older or thin-skinned horses | Deep winter, draughty or open-fronted barns | Overheating in mild weather — drop a weight if the horse is damp under the rug |
Cut matters as much as weight. A standard stable rug covers the body only. A combo covers the neck as well as the body — on some models the neck is fixed to the rug, on others it is a fold-down neck that fastens at the withers. A rug and neck set gives you both options, because the neck cover detaches when the weather turns — useful if you would otherwise buy two rugs.
What size stable rug do I need?
UK rug sizes are measured in feet and inches along the horse's side. Stand the horse square, run a tape from the centre of the chest, along the body, to the point of the buttock, and keep the tape level. That measurement is your rug size. If you land between sizes, go up — a rug that is slightly long is far kinder than one that pulls across the shoulders and rubs. Pony sizes generally run from around 3ft 6 upwards; horse sizes run roughly 4ft 9 to 7ft 0, depending on the rug.
Once it's on, check the fit: you should slide a flat hand down inside the chest fastenings without a struggle, the withers should sit clear of pressure, and the tail flap should reach the top of the tail. Leg straps or cross surcingles want a hand's width of clearance so the rug moves with the horse rather than dragging on it.
Can I use a stable rug in the field?
No. Stable rugs use a soft, breathable outer that is built for comfort and warmth indoors, not for rain. Put one out in the wet and it soaks through, holds cold water against the horse and loses the warmth you paid for. Use a waterproof turnout outdoors, and keep the stable rug for the box.
What a stable rug does very well is layer. A lighter stable rug under a turnout adds warmth without you having to buy a heavier turnout for the handful of genuinely cold weeks each year.
Why choose Gallop Equestrian?
Gallop Equestrian rugs are built to a value price point with the practical details that matter day to day. Across the Trojan lines you will typically find a 210D soft, breathable outer, shoulder pleats so the horse can move freely, adjustable buckle chest straps, and cross surcingles that keep the rug in place when the horse rolls or lies down. Always check the individual product page for the exact spec, as details vary by model. They are a sensible choice for a second rug, a spare while the main one is being washed, or a first winter wardrobe for a new horse — without the price tag of a premium brand.
How do I look after a stable rug?
Brush off mud and hair before it works into the fibres, and hang the rug to air rather than folding it damp. Wash on a cool, gentle cycle with a rug-safe detergent — ordinary washing powder and fabric softener can clog the fill and flatten the loft that keeps the horse warm. Never tumble dry a filled rug. Repair small tears early; a 2in split becomes a 12in one the first time a horse catches it on a door bolt.
Gallop stable rug FAQs
What weight stable rug should I use for a clipped horse in winter?
For most clipped horses through a typical British winter, a 200g fill is the sensible default. Drop to 150g if the stable is warm and sheltered or the clip is only a trace or bib. Go to 300g if the horse is hard-clipped, older, a poor doer or stabled in an open-fronted or draughty barn. Check under the rug each morning: damp shoulders mean the rug is too warm, and a cold, tucked-up horse means it is too light.
Are Gallop stable rugs waterproof enough for turnout?
No. Stable rugs are indoor rugs. The outer is chosen for breathability and comfort in the box, not for shedding rain, so it will wet through in the field and hold cold water against the horse. Use a waterproof turnout outdoors and keep the stable rug for stabled hours. A lighter stable rug can be layered underneath a turnout for extra warmth in a cold snap.
How do I measure my horse for a rug size?
With the horse standing square, run a tape measure from the centre of the chest, straight along the side of the body, to the point of the buttock, keeping the tape level throughout. That figure in feet and inches is your UK rug size. If the horse measures between two sizes, choose the larger one — a rug that is a little generous is far more comfortable than one that pulls tight across the shoulders and causes rubbing.
What is the difference between a stable rug, a combo and a neck set?
A standard stable rug covers the body from the withers to the tail. A combo covers the neck as well as the body, so the neck and shoulders stay warm; depending on the model the neck is either fixed to the rug or a fold-down neck that fastens at the withers. A rug and neck set is a body rug supplied with a detachable neck cover, so you can add the neck on cold nights and remove it when the weather softens. Combos and neck sets suit horses that are clipped up the neck or that consistently feel cold over the topline.
Which Gallop stable rug is in stock right now?
The Gallop Equestrian Trojan Dual 300 Stable Rug & Neck Set is available in 5ft 6 at £49.01. It is a 300g heavyweight with a neck cover, which suits a hard-clipped horse or a cold, draughty barn in the depths of winter. Stock across the rest of the range moves with the season, so if the size or weight you want is not showing, get in touch and our team will help you find the closest match.
How should I wash and store a filled stable rug?
Brush off dried mud and hair first, then wash on a cool, gentle cycle using a detergent made for horse rugs. Avoid biological powder and fabric softener, which clog the fill and flatten the loft that traps warm air. Never tumble dry a filled rug — hang it to dry fully before storing, because a rug put away damp will go mouldy. Repair small tears straight away and store the rug clean, dry and somewhere mice cannot reach it over the summer.
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Last reviewed 2026-07-24 by the Just Horse Riders team.