{"product_id":"mackey-showjumping-baton-66cm-flat-riding-whip","title":"Mackey Showjumping Baton 66cm Flat Riding Whip","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMackey Showjumping Baton - 66cm Flat Whip With Non-Slip Grip\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Mackey Showjumping Baton is a short 66cm flat riding whip with a non-slip grip and a flexible end, made for showjumping, flatwork and everyday schooling. It is best for jumping riders who want a compact, sturdy aid that is easy to hold and quick to reposition between fences.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCompared with a full-length schooling whip, a baton is shorter and stiffer through the shaft, so it stays out of the way over a course while still giving a clear, light contact through its flexible tip.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e66cm length\u003c\/strong\u003e - compact and manageable in the jumping saddle\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-slip grip\u003c\/strong\u003e - secure hold in gloved or bare hands\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible end\u003c\/strong\u003e - light, responsive contact when applying an aid\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSturdy flat whip construction\u003c\/strong\u003e - keeps its shape with regular use\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile\u003c\/strong\u003e - suits showjumping, schooling, flatwork and in-hand work\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuits horses, cobs and ponies\u003c\/strong\u003e ridden by adults and older juniors\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\u003eShowjumping baton \/ flat whip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e66cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrip\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-slip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTip\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlexible end\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShowjumping, schooling, flatwork\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChina\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse more riding aids in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/whips-and-crops\"\u003ewhips and crops collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eHold the baton in the same hand as your rein, with the grip sitting comfortably in your palm and the shaft lying across your thigh.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKeep a soft, consistent rein contact so the whip never interferes with the horse's mouth.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply a light tap behind your leg to back up a leg aid, then return immediately to a normal contact.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTo change hands, bring both reins into one hand and lift the baton over the withers in a smooth movement.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAfter riding, wipe the shaft and grip with a damp cloth and store hanging or flat so the shaft stays straight.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is the Mackey Showjumping Baton?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe baton measures 66cm, which is a short length typical of jumping batons rather than a full-length schooling whip.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between a showjumping baton and a schooling whip?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA baton is shorter and stiffer, so it stays clear of your leg and the fence wings over a course. A schooling whip is longer and more flexible, allowing you to reach behind your leg without taking a hand off the rein on the flat.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the baton have a non-slip grip?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The handle has a non-slip grip that helps keep the baton secure whether you ride in gloves or with bare hands.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this baton suitable for ponies as well as horses?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. At 66cm it can be used by riders on ponies, cobs and horses, and the short length suits riders with smaller hands who find longer whips awkward to reposition.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this baton in competition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhip type, length and use are governed by the rules of each discipline and governing body, and these are updated from time to time. Check the current rulebook for your discipline before competing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for the baton?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWipe the shaft and grip with a damp cloth and dry naturally away from direct heat. 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