Mackey Leather Neck Strap with Padded Grab Handle
Description
Mackey Neck Strap With Handle - Confidence In The Saddle
The Mackey Neck Strap With Handle is a leather horse neck strap fitted with a central padded grab handle, giving riders something secure to hold without pulling on the reins or the horse's mouth. It is designed for riders of all levels, and is especially useful for nervous or returning riders, children, riding school horses, and anyone schooling or jumping a green or excitable horse.
The strap is padded across the wither for the horse's comfort, adjusts from both sides for an accurate fit, and is held in place by two detachable straps that clip to the saddle D-rings or girth strap. The handle itself is attached with buckle fittings and can be removed if you would rather use a plain neck strap.
Key Features
- Central padded handle - quick, comfortable grip exactly where your hands naturally fall
- Removable handle - buckle fittings let you take the handle off and use the strap alone
- High-quality leather - traditional appearance suited to schooling, hacking and jumping
- Wither padding - padded where the strap crosses the wither for horse comfort
- Two-sided adjustment - fine-tune each side so the handle stays centred
- Two detachable stabiliser straps - clip to the saddle D-rings or girth strap so the strap cannot ride up the neck
- Stainless-steel fittings - strong hardware built for daily yard use
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Specifications
| Brand | Mackey |
|---|---|
| Product type | Neck strap with grab handle |
| Material | Leather |
| Padding | Padded handle and padding across the wither |
| Handle attachment | Buckle fittings, fully removable |
| Adjustment | Adjustable from both sides |
| Saddle attachment | Two detachable straps to saddle D-rings or girth strap |
| Fittings | Stainless steel |
| Country of origin | India |
How To Use
- Place the neck strap over the horse's neck so the padded section sits across the wither and the handle lies centrally on top of the neck.
- Adjust the buckles evenly on both sides until the strap is snug but not tight - you should be able to slide a flat hand underneath.
- Clip the two detachable straps to the saddle D-rings or around the girth strap to stop the neck strap sliding forward.
- Check the handle buckles are fastened and the keepers are tidy before mounting.
- Take hold of the handle whenever you need extra balance or security, keeping a light contact on the reins.
- After riding, wipe the leather clean and condition it regularly to keep the hide supple.
FAQ
What is a neck strap with a handle used for?
It gives the rider something solid to hold for balance and security - over a fence, during a spook, or while a nervous or returning rider builds confidence - without relying on the reins and unbalancing the horse's mouth.
Can the handle be removed?
Yes. The handle is attached with buckle fittings and can easily be taken off if you prefer a plain neck strap.
How does it stay in position?
Two detachable straps fasten to the neck strap and clip to the saddle D-rings or the girth strap, which holds the strap in place and stops it creeping up the neck.
Will it be comfortable for my horse?
The strap is padded across the wither and adjusts from both sides, so it can be balanced and set at a comfortable tension rather than sitting tight on one side.
Is it suitable for children and beginners?
Yes. It is widely used in riding schools and for lead rein and beginner lessons, as well as by experienced riders jumping or schooling young horses.
How do I look after the leather?
Wipe it clean after use, condition it regularly with a leather care product, and check the stitching and stainless-steel fittings before each ride. Retire any strap showing cracked leather or damaged stitching.
About Mackey
Mackey makes practical leather tack and yard equipment for everyday riding, schooling and competition, combining traditional leatherwork with hard-wearing stainless-steel fittings.