{"product_id":"lemieux-rubber-lined-leather-draw-reins-for-schooling","title":"LeMieux Rubber-Lined Leather Draw Reins for Schooling","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLeMieux Leather Draw Reins — Rubber-Lined Schooling Aid\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe LeMieux Leather Draw Reins are a training aid that experienced riders use to gently guide the position of the horse's head during schooling. They pair a soft rope section, which runs smoothly through the bit rings, with leather hand sections lined in thin rubber so contact can be taken up or released at will.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBest for confident flatwork riders who already understand the action of a draw rein and want a smooth-running, comfortable pair for schooling sessions. Trigger clips attach to the girth D-rings, and a girth loop is supplied if your girth has none. Browse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lemieux\"\u003eLeMieux equestrian equipment\u003c\/a\u003e for coordinating schooling kit.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSoft rope centre section runs smoothly through the bit rings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLeather hand sections with a thin rubber lining for grip and comfort\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContact can be dropped or maintained at will\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTrigger clips fasten to the girth D-rings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGirth loop supplied for use without D-rings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesigned for experienced riders during schooling and flatwork\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeMieux\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDraw reins (schooling training aid)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterials\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeather with thin rubber lining, soft rope section\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttachment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrigger clips to girth D-rings or supplied girth loop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIncluded\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePair of draw reins, girth loop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorse and pony, ridden schooling and flatwork\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eFit the girth as normal, then clip the trigger clips to the girth D-rings, or thread and fasten the supplied girth loop around the girth.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePass the soft rope section through the bit ring from the inside out on each side.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBring both reins back to your hands and hold them alongside the normal snaffle rein.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWarm up on the snaffle rein alone, then take up a light draw rein contact only when needed.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRelease the draw rein as soon as the horse responds, and finish the session on the snaffle rein.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCheck the leather, stitching, rope and clips after use, and clean and condition the leather regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are draw reins used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDraw reins are a schooling aid that experienced riders use to gently guide the position of the horse's head during training. They run from the girth, through the bit rings, back to the rider's hands.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere do the draw reins attach?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe trigger clips attach to the girth D-rings. A girth loop is supplied so the reins can still be fitted if your girth does not have suitable D-rings.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these suitable for a novice rider?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Draw reins should only be used by experienced riders who understand their action and can release the contact correctly. Correct fitting is essential, and advice from a qualified instructor is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould draw reins be used with normal reins?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Draw reins are used in addition to the normal snaffle rein, never instead of it, so the horse can be ridden forward into a conventional contact.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is there a rope section?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe soft rope section runs smoothly through the bit rings, so the reins slide freely and the contact can be adjusted without snatching.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for them?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClean the leather with saddle soap and condition it regularly to keep it supple. Let the rope dry naturally away from direct heat, and check the stitching and trigger clips before every ride.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout LeMieux\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eLeMieux is a British equestrian brand known for well-considered design and coordinated schooling, competition and yard equipment used by riders across the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e {\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What are draw reins used for?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Draw reins are a schooling aid that experienced riders use to gently guide the position of the horse's head during training. They run from the girth, through the bit rings, back to the rider's hands.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Where do the draw reins attach?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The trigger clips attach to the girth D-rings. 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