LeMieux Arika Dryease Wicking Horse Drying Rug
Description
LeMieux Arika Dryease Rug — The Giant Towel for Your Horse
The LeMieux Arika Dryease Rug is a lightweight wicking drying rug that pulls moisture out of a wet coat and moves it to the surface to evaporate. It is best for drying a horse or pony after bathtime, a wash down, a sweaty schooling session or a journey home from a show.
It combines a quick-drying bonded microfibre polyester inner with a mesh outer layer, so it works faster than a single-fabric cooler and keeps shavings and yard debris from clinging to the rug. An integrated neck with an elasticated poll means the mane and crest dry at the same rate as the body.
Key Features
- Two-fabric drying system: bonded microfibre polyester inner wicks, mesh outer evaporates
- Debris resistant: the mesh outer helps prevent shavings and debris sticking
- Integrated neck: elasticated poll gives a snug fit and dries the mane
- Stays put: T-bar front closure and adjustable surcingle
- Neat finish: two-tone fillet string with silicone-dipped ends
- Travel friendly: supplied in a mesh drawstring pack-away bag
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Specifications
| Brand | LeMieux |
|---|---|
| Product | Arika Dryease Rug |
| Type | Lightweight wicking drying rug / cooler |
| Inner fabric | Quick-drying bonded microfibre polyester |
| Outer fabric | Mesh |
| Neck | Integrated with elasticated poll |
| Front fastening | T-bar closure |
| Body fastening | Adjustable surcingle |
| Tail detail | Two-tone fillet string, silicone-dipped ends |
| Supplied with | Mesh drawstring pack-away bag |
| Country of origin | China |
How to Use
- Sweat scrape or towel off the worst of the surface water after washing.
- Fold the rug back to front, place it over the withers and unfold it towards the tail.
- Fasten the T-bar front closure first, then settle the integrated neck over the poll.
- Adjust the surcingle so you can fit a flat hand between the strap and the belly.
- Leave in place while the horse dries, checking the coat and fastenings regularly.
- Remove once dry, hang to air, then fold into the mesh drawstring bag for storage.
FAQ
What is the LeMieux Arika Dryease Rug used for?
It is a lightweight wicking rug for drying a horse off after a bath or wash down. The bonded microfibre polyester inner lifts moisture from the coat and the mesh outer lets it evaporate, so it works much like a giant towel.
Can I use it after schooling as well as after washing?
Yes. It suits any situation where the coat is wet, including drying off a sweaty horse after schooling, lunging or hacking, and after travelling.
What size should I order?
Measure from the centre of the chest, along the side of the body, to the point of the buttock, and pick the nearest size. Because this rug has an integrated neck it sits further forward than a standard-neck rug, so if your horse is between sizes or broad through the chest, size up.
Does the mesh outer really stop shavings sticking?
The mesh outer layer is designed to promote evaporation and to help prevent shavings and stable debris from clinging to the rug, which keeps it cleaner in the stable than a fleece cooler.
How does it stay in place?
A T-bar front closure secures the chest and an adjustable surcingle holds the body of the rug. A two-tone fillet string with silicone-dipped ends sits under the tail.
Is it easy to take to shows?
Yes. It is lightweight and comes with a mesh drawstring pack-away bag, so it folds down for the lorry, trailer or tack locker.
About LeMieux
LeMieux is a British equestrian brand known for coordinated, technical kit for the yard, the arena and the competition warm-up. The Arika range applies that design thinking to everyday rugs and travel equipment, with practical fastenings and considered fabric choices.