{"product_id":"mackey-martingale-rein-stops-pre-packed-for-horses","title":"Mackey Martingale \u0026 Rein Stops Pre-Packed for Horses","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMackey Martingale \u0026amp; Rein Stops - Pre-Packed\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eMackey Martingale and Rein Stops are small stoppers that thread onto your reins to stop the rings of a running martingale sliding forward towards the bit. They are for any rider using a running martingale for schooling, hacking, jumping or general flatwork, on pony, cob, horse or warmblood bridles.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSupplied pre-packed and ready to fit, they are one of the cheapest and most useful items in the tack box - and one of the easiest to lose, so a spare set is always worth having.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStops martingale rings travelling:\u003c\/strong\u003e holds the rings clear of the bit rings and rein fastenings.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-packed set:\u003c\/strong\u003e ready to slide straight onto the reins.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e minimal bulk under the rider's hand.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e suits standard rein widths on pony through to warmblood bridles.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal spares:\u003c\/strong\u003e keep a set in the lorry, grooming kit or tack locker.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday use:\u003c\/strong\u003e schooling, jumping, hacking and in-hand work.\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 type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMartingale and rein stops\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePackaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-packed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFitting method\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThreaded onto the rein before attaching to the bit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRunning martingales, pony to warmblood bridles\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\u003eUnfasten the rein from the bit ring on one side.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSlide one stop onto the rein, pushing it down towards the bit end.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThread the martingale ring onto the rein below the stop, then refasten the rein to the bit.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRepeat on the opposite rein so both sides match.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCheck the stops sit above the martingale rings and cannot slide off, then check them again as part of every pre-ride tack check.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse more bridle accessories in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bridle-accessories\"\u003ebridle accessories collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do martingale stops actually do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey sit on each rein above the martingale ring and stop that ring sliding forward towards the bit, where it could catch on the rein buckle, stud or billet.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need rein stops with a running martingale?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. A running martingale should always be used with rein stops so the rings cannot travel down to the bit. Bib and standing martingales do not attach to the reins, so they do not need them.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill these fit my reins?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey are designed for standard rein widths used on pony, cob, horse and warmblood bridles. Very wide or heavily padded reins may be a tighter fit.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many are in a pre-packed set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRein stops are used in pairs, one per rein. Check the pack details on this page for the exact quantity supplied.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should I replace them?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReplace the stops if they split, stretch, perish, become misshapen or feel loose on the rein. Do not rely on worn stops.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean them?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWipe them over when you clean your reins and allow them to dry naturally away from direct heat.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Mackey\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eMackey supplies practical, hard-working equestrian equipment for riders, yards and grooms, concentrating on straightforward tack and accessories built for daily use rather than occasional wear.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e {\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What do martingale stops actually do?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"They sit on each rein above the martingale ring and stop that ring sliding forward towards the bit, where it could catch on the rein buckle, stud or billet.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do I need rein stops with a running martingale?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. 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