Re: [RC] biothane headstalls and tack - Mary Ann Spencer
I have been using biothane for over 15 yrs, maybe
20+ but who counts when one is facing the big 60? Anyway, I am still using
what I bought all those yrs ago. It is easy to clean and the only problems
I have had is some stitching coming looose or some hardware breaking. Another
issue is finding a repair place. BUT it wears like iron and has NEVER
bothered any of the horses I have put it on. Some Arabs with really small
heads can be tricky to fit. I only use leather for shows. But have
used biothane for local open show. I have found the web halters to rub,
especially after being used and getting alittle dirt on it. I am using
Parelli rope halters exclusively now and never leave halters on my horses when
turned out or in a stall. IMHO
This may be a silly question, but I wonder - those of you using
biothane headstalls and tack - do you think the stiffness of the
material bothers your horse? Or have you found biothane that is more
flexible than what I've come across? I have looked at "betathane" which
does seem softer - but not by much. I've ordered a new headstall from
Sportack, but I know some people hate biothane. I don't have time to clean
and condition a leather headstall and my nylon one is wearing out.
Biothane seems like the way to go, but if it's going to bug my horse it's
useless...Any comments??
