LeMieux Arika Ripstop 50g Lightweight Turnout Rug

LeMieux Arika Ripstop 50g Turnout Rug

The LeMieux Arika Ripstop 50g Turnout Rug is a lightweight waterproof field rug with a 600 Denier ripstop outer, a 10,000mm waterproof rating and 3000mvp breathability. It is best for horses and ponies turned out in wet, changeable weather during the transitional seasons, when a heavier fill would be too warm but rain protection is still essential.

Developed with the same technical features as the best-selling Arika Turnout range, it combines a seamless spine to eliminate leaks with a patented angled T-bar closure and liner system attachments for year-round versatility.

Key Features

• 50g thermobonded fill - lightweight warmth that will not bunch up or slip down, even when wet
• 600D ripstop outer shell - 10,000mm waterproof, 3000mvp breathable, cut with a seamless spine
• Antibacterial, anti-static shoulder lining - balances the rug and enhances coat shine
• Design registered two-part skirt - breaks tension around the front hemline for field-friendly freedom
• Patented 45 degree angled T-bar front closure - eases chest and shoulder pressure and reduces rubbing risk
• Reflective details - easier to spot and catch your horse in the dark
• PVC-coated fillet strap - simple to wipe clean after muddy turnout
• Crossed surcingles and elasticated leg straps - secure, settled fit in the field
• Detachable neck cover - choose your level of coverage
• Arika liner system attachments at neck and rear for layered temperature control

Specifications

How to Use

1. Measure your horse in feet and inches from the centre of the chest, along the side of the body, to the point of the rear, and choose the matching rug size.
2. Fold the rug, place it over the withers and unfold it back along the body so the coat lies flat.
3. Fasten the angled T-bar front closure first, checking you can fit a flat hand comfortably at the chest.
4. Cross the surcingles beneath the belly, leaving roughly a hand's width of clearance.
5. Loop the elasticated leg straps through one another so they hang clear of the hocks.
6. Attach the detachable neck cover, or add an Arika liner at the neck and rear attachments, as the weather requires.

Browse more field rugs in our turnout rugs collection.

FAQ

What weather is a 50g turnout rug suitable for?
A 50g fill is a lightweight option best suited to mild, wet and changeable conditions in spring and autumn. It provides waterproof protection with only a small amount of warmth, so it suits horses that would overheat in a medium or heavyweight rug.

How waterproof is the Arika Ripstop rug?
The 600 Denier ripstop outer has a 10,000mm waterproof rating and 3000mvp breathability, and the spine is cut seamless to eliminate leaks along the topline.

What size turnout rug do I need?
Measure from the centre of the chest, along the side of the body, to the point of the rear in feet and inches rather than relying on the label of an older rug. If your horse is between sizes, the larger size generally suits a broad cob and the smaller size a finer-built horse.

Can the neck cover be removed?
Yes. The neck is detachable, so you can run the rug with or without neck coverage as conditions change.

Can I add liners to this rug?
Yes. Arika liner system attachments at the neck and rear let you add compatible liners to build warmth across the seasons.

Will the fill slip or bunch after washing and turnout?
The fill is thermobonded, so it is designed not to bunch up or slip down, even when the rug is wet.

About LeMieux

LeMieux is a British equestrian brand recognised for technical fabrics, coordinated colour ranges and considered design detail across rugs, saddle pads and yard essentials. The Arika range brings that approach to turnout, with a liner system built for changeable British weather.