Equi-Sential Silicone Plaiting Bands for Horses
Description
Equi-Sential Silicone Plaiting Bands - Wide, Stretchy and Long Lasting
Equi-Sential Silicone Plaiting Bands are wide, super stretch bands made from tough silicone, used to secure plaits in horse and pony manes and tails. They are best for riders who want a plaiting band that holds firmly and does not go brittle like traditional rubber bands can, whether you plait for shows, clinics or simply to keep a mane tidy.
Each pack is supplied in a sealable tub, so the bands stay together in your plaiting kit and are easy to find on an early show morning. Browse more yard and grooming kit in our horse grooming collection.
Key Features
- Tough silicone: super stretch and hard wearing in everyday yard use
- Wide band profile: more contact with the hair for a secure, neat plait
- Does not go brittle: unlike rubber plaiting bands, which can perish and snap
- Sealable tub: keeps bands contained in the grooming box or lorry
- Manes and tails: suitable for horses, ponies and cobs
Specifications
| Brand | Equi-Sential |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Plaiting / braiding bands |
| Material | Silicone |
| Band Width | Wide |
| Packaging | Sealable tub |
| Suitable For | Horse and pony manes and tails |
| Country of Origin | China |
How to Use
- Brush the mane through and dampen lightly with water or plaiting spray.
- Divide the mane into even sections using a mane comb, working from the poll down.
- Plait each section down to the end and wind a silicone band firmly around the bottom.
- Roll or fold the plait up to the crest and secure again with a second band.
- To remove, cut the band carefully with a quick unpick or plaiting knife rather than pulling it through the hair.
- Return unused bands to the tub and seal the lid for storage.
FAQ
Are silicone plaiting bands better than rubber ones?
Silicone bands stretch further and do not go brittle in the way rubber plaiting bands can, so they tend to last longer in a grooming box and are less likely to snap as you wind them.
Will these bands suit a thick cob mane?
Yes. The wide, super stretch silicone allows extra turns around thicker sections, so they work on cobs and warmbloods as well as finer pony manes.
Can I use them on tails?
Yes, they can be used for tail plaits and for holding sections of hair while you work.
How do I remove them without damaging the mane?
Cut each band with a quick unpick or plaiting knife close to the plait, keeping the blade away from the hair, rather than dragging the band down through the mane.
How should I store the bands?
Keep them in the sealed tub in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight, and away from small children and animals.
About Equi-Sential
Equi-Sential makes practical, no-nonsense equestrian essentials for daily life on the yard, from grooming and plaiting kit to stable basics. The focus is on simple products that do the job reliably, season after season.