Smart Grooming Super Thick Plaiting Bands for Horses
Description
Smart Grooming Super Thick Plaiting Bands
Smart Grooming Super Thick Plaiting Bands are rugged, high-tension rubber bands designed for heavy braiding work on horse and pony manes. They are best for riders, grooms and producers dealing with thick, coarse or unruly manes that ordinary thin bands struggle to hold.
The super thick profile delivers a sturdy, slip-resistant grip that resists loosening part way through a plaiting session, so plaits stay tidy from the first one to the last. Available in Black, Brown and White to blend with the mane colour or match your preferred turnout.
Key Features
- Rubber construction with strong elasticity to maintain grip through long styling sessions.
- Super thick profile for added durability and a secure hold on dense hair.
- Slip-resistant hold that resists loosening during braiding and updos.
- Three colours - Black, Brown and White - to blend with the mane or contrast deliberately.
- Made for thick or unruly manes and more complex plaits, reducing the need for frequent re-tying.
- Helps minimise tangling and maintains plait structure for longer between styling sessions.
Specifications
| Brand | Smart Grooming |
|---|---|
| Product | Super Thick Plaiting Bands |
| Material | Rubber with strong elasticity |
| Thickness | Super thick profile |
| Colour options | Black, Brown, White |
| Best for | Thick or unruly manes, complex plaits, tail plaits, updos |
| Audience | Horse, pony, cob, warmblood |
| Country of origin | Germany |
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How to Use
- Brush the mane through and dampen it lightly with water or plaiting spray to control loose hairs.
- Divide the mane into even sections using a mane comb, keeping section widths consistent along the crest.
- Plait each section down, keeping the tension firm and even to the ends.
- Wrap a Super Thick Plaiting Band around the end of the plait two or three times until it grips without cutting into the hair.
- Roll or fold the plait up to the crest and secure with a second band or thread, depending on the finish you want.
- To remove, cut each band with a quick unpick or blunt-nosed scissors rather than pulling it through the mane.
FAQ
What are Smart Grooming Super Thick Plaiting Bands used for?
They are high-tension rubber bands used to secure plaits in a horse or pony mane, as well as tail plaits and rolled updos. The super thick profile is made for heavy braiding work on dense hair.
Are these bands suitable for thick or unruly manes?
Yes. They are particularly effective on thick or unruly manes and more complex plaits, because the thicker rubber holds tension and resists loosening, reducing the need for frequent re-tying.
What colours are available?
Black, Brown and White. Black and Brown blend into darker manes, while White suits grey, palomino and flaxen manes, or a deliberately contrasting look.
How do I remove the bands without damaging the mane?
Cut each band carefully with a quick unpick or blunt-nosed scissors and lift it away. Pulling bands out through the hair can break mane hairs and cause tangling.
Can I use them on a tail as well as a mane?
Yes. The same bands can secure tail plaits and updos, and the thicker gauge helps maintain the structure of the plait for longer between styling sessions.
How should I store the bands?
Keep them in a sealed tub or bag away from direct heat and sunlight so the rubber retains its elasticity. Plaiting bands are a consumable item and should not be left in the mane long term.
About Smart Grooming
Smart Grooming supplies practical grooming and turnout products for riders, grooms and producers preparing horses at home, at competitions and in-hand. The range focuses on hard-wearing, no-nonsense tools that stand up to everyday yard use.