{"product_id":"mackey-classic-irish-martingale-for-horses","title":"Mackey Classic Irish Martingale for Horses","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMackey Classic Irish Martingale - Traditional Leather Rein Connector\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Mackey Classic Irish Martingale is a short leather strap with a ring at each end that the reins pass through, holding them together beneath the horse's neck. It is best for riders who want to stop the reins flipping over the horse's head during jumping, cross country, hunting, fast work or everyday schooling and hacking.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMade using Classic Quality leather and finished with detailed matching stitching, the shaped design sits flat and neat against the reins. Unlike a running or standing martingale, an Irish martingale does not act on the horse's head carriage - it is purely a rein connector.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eClassic Quality leather construction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDetailed matching stitching for a traditional finish\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShaped profile that lies flat between the reins\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTwo rings to thread the reins through\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuits schooling, hacking, hunting, jumping and cross country\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorks with most standard bridles and rein types\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLightweight and easy to add or remove from your tack\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMackey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClassic Irish Martingale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIrish martingale \/ rein connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClassic Quality leather\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatching stitching, shaped\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFittings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo rings for reins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorse, cob and pony with standard reins\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 \u003cp\u003eBrowse more bridlework and rein accessories in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bridle-accessories\"\u003ebridle accessories collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnbuckle the reins at the centre so the two rein ends are free.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThread the left rein through one ring of the martingale and the right rein through the other.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRe-buckle the reins as normal, keeping the martingale sitting beneath the horse's neck.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCheck the leather is not twisted and that both reins slide freely through the rings.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInspect the stitching and rings before each ride, then mount and take up an even contact.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does an Irish martingale actually do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt joins the two reins together with a short leather strap, so if the rider loses contact or the horse throws its head the reins cannot flip over the horse's neck. It has no effect on head carriage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs an Irish martingale the same as a running martingale?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. A running martingale attaches to the girth and the noseband or breastplate and influences the angle of rein pressure. An Irish martingale is simply a rein connector and applies no additional pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a neck strap or breastplate with it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. An Irish martingale is free-floating on the reins and does not attach to the girth, breastplate or noseband, so no extra fittings are required.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it fit my horse's reins?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt suits standard bridle reins on horses, cobs and ponies. Very wide or heavily padded reins may be a tighter fit through the rings, so check the width of your reins before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClassic Quality leather with detailed matching stitching and a shaped profile.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I look after it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWipe the leather with a damp cloth after use, condition regularly with a leather balm or oil and allow it to dry naturally away from direct heat. Replace the item if the stitching or leather becomes worn.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Mackey\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eMackey produce traditional equestrian leatherwork and everyday yard essentials. The Classic range concentrates on honest, well-stitched leather tack designed for regular use in the stable, the school and out hacking.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e { \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [ { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What does an Irish martingale actually do?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"It joins the two reins together with a short leather strap, so if the rider loses contact or the horse throws its head the reins cannot flip over the horse's neck. It has no effect on head carriage.\" } }, { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is an Irish martingale the same as a running martingale?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"No. A running martingale attaches to the girth and the noseband or breastplate and influences the angle of rein pressure. 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