{"product_id":"mackey-martingale-stop-for-horse-reins","title":"Mackey Martingale Stop for Horse Reins","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMackey Martingale Stop - Keep Your Martingale Exactly Where It Belongs\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Mackey Martingale Stop is a small rein stop that fits onto the rein to prevent the rings of a running or bib martingale sliding forward towards the bit. It is for any rider who schools, hacks or jumps in a martingale and wants the tack to stay correctly positioned and safe throughout the ride.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMartingale stops are one of the most commonly lost pieces of tack, usually disappearing when reins are unbuckled for cleaning. Keeping a spare in the tack box means you are never caught out on a show morning. Browse more riding essentials in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-tack\"\u003ehorse tack collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStops ring migration:\u003c\/strong\u003e holds the martingale rings back so they cannot run forward along the rein towards the bit\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorks with running and bib martingales:\u003c\/strong\u003e the standard way to use either design safely\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e sits neatly on the rein without getting in the way of the rider's hands\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick to fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e slides onto the rein once it is unbuckled from the bit\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorse and pony friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e suits standard reins across most sizes, from pony to full\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal spare:\u003c\/strong\u003e handy replacement for a stop that has been lost, split or perished\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\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMartingale Stop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRein stop for running or bib martingale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorse and pony, standard reins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchooling, hacking, jumping, general riding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCare\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWipe clean, dry naturally, store dry\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\u003eUnbuckle the rein from the bit ring on one side.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSlide the martingale stop onto the rein, positioning it roughly a hand's width from the bit end.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThread the martingale ring onto the rein behind the stop, so the stop sits between the ring and the bit.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRebuckle the rein to the bit and repeat on the opposite side.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCheck both stops are secure as part of your pre-ride tack check, every ride.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a martingale stop actually do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt sits on the rein between the martingale ring and the bit, stopping the ring from sliding forward and catching on the bit or rein buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need one on both reins?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Martingale stops are fitted to both reins so each ring is held back evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it fit my reins?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is made for standard horse and pony reins. Very wide rubber or webbing reins can be a tighter fit, so check your rein width before ordering if yours are unusually broad.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it with a bib martingale as well as a running martingale?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Both designs have rings that run on the reins, so both should be used with stops.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean and care for it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWipe it over when you clean your tack, let it dry naturally away from direct heat and store it somewhere dry.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should I replace a martingale stop?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReplace it as soon as it splits, stretches, perishes or no longer grips the rein firmly.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Mackey\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eMackey is a long-standing equestrian brand known for straightforward, hard-wearing tack and yard essentials. From everyday riding accessories to stable kit, Mackey products are built for riders who need equipment that simply does its job, ride after ride.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e { \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [ { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What does a martingale stop actually do?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"It sits on the rein between the martingale ring and the bit, stopping the ring from sliding forward and catching on the bit or rein buckle.\" } }, { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Do I need one on both reins?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes. Martingale stops are fitted to both reins so each ring is held back evenly.\" } }, { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Will it fit my reins?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"It is made for standard horse and pony reins. 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