{"product_id":"mackey-tara-hybrid-cooler-rug-for-horses","title":"Mackey Tara Hybrid Cooler Rug for Horses","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMackey Tara Hybrid Cooler Rug\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Mackey Tara Hybrid Cooler is a horse cooler rug that combines a fine mesh lower half with a soft contoured top line to wick moisture away from the coat. It is best for riders who need one rug for travelling, cooling down after training or competition, and drying a horse off after washing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hybrid build gives maximum breathability while helping to regulate temperature and keep the horse comfortable as it dries. Fleece wither protection, adjustable cross-over belly straps and a fillet string keep the rug settled and secure in the lorry or on the yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid design\u003c\/strong\u003e — fine mesh lower half with a soft contoured top line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEffective moisture wicking\u003c\/strong\u003e for faster drying after work or washing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh breathability\u003c\/strong\u003e supporting overall temperature regulation and comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle surcingle front closure\u003c\/strong\u003e with Velcro overlay for quick fastening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFleece wither protection\u003c\/strong\u003e to help reduce rubbing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable cross-over belly straps\u003c\/strong\u003e for a tailored, stable fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFillet string\u003c\/strong\u003e to help keep the rug in place at the rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMackey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTara Hybrid Cooler\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooler, travel and drying rug\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConstruction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFine mesh lower half with contoured soft top line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFront Closure\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle surcingle with Velcro overlay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWither\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFleece wither protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBelly Straps\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable cross-over\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRear\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFillet string\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTravelling, post-exercise cooling, after competition, drying off\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChina\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure your horse from the centre of the chest, along the body, to the point of the buttock to select the correct rug size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove tack and scrape off excess water or sweat before rugging up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFold the cooler and lay it over the withers, then unfold it back along the body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFasten the single surcingle front closure and smooth the Velcro overlay flat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust the cross-over belly straps so a hand's width fits between strap and belly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttach the fillet string under the tail, then monitor the horse until the coat is dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse more options in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-rugs\"\u003ehorse rugs collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a hybrid cooler rug used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA hybrid cooler is used to wick sweat and water away from the coat so a horse dries evenly. 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