Taking Rambo Rugs 101 And Beyond

By Jaclyn Hurley


It's like going back to school and doing a research project when you decide to learn about Rambo rugs. These turnout blankets - or stable, travel, cooler, exercise, or fly rugs - have set the standard for the industry. The history of the company is interesting and the details of design, materials, and durability are absorbing. However, you can also find customer reviews for a simpler way to validate the claim that Rambos are the best money can buy.

Say you want to learn it all. Well, get a bottle of water and maybe a Hero sandwich and settle down to your computer. This may take a while. Start by searching for Horseware of Ireland, the originator of these industry-leading turnouts.

A product description for the Wug includes facts about nylon for outer durability, thermobonded fiberfill for more warmth with less weight, antibacterial and anti-static polyester inner lining, patented V-front closure, high-cut neck to relieve wither pressure, tail flap for added protection and tail cord for more security, and reflective strips for safety. Oh, yeah, leg arches for added freedom of movement, and the Wug isn't designed to be used with liners.

These are standard features for the Wug and other turnouts. They come in light, medium, and heavy weights. You'll find a complete assortment of blankets, sheets, and coolers for every purpose in the Horseware line, as well as a wide choice of color and size.

For fun, check out the foal blankets that 'grow' with the youngster. Velcro fasteners make getting a perfect fit easy no matter how fast the baby is growing in height and weight. The wide belly flap keeps the baby warm and snug without straps that might tangle delicate legs. If adult horses gain weight, there are chest expansions to allow a little more room.

Tom and Carol McGuiness started Horseware with the Rambo, the very first turnout that was truly waterproof, fit securely without restricting movement of the neck and shoulders, and provided warmth without being too cumbersome for comfort. Their success changed the industry and made keeping horses warm in winter much easier than ever before. This task used to be difficult if not impossible, with the real possibility of rubbed shoulders, sore withers, or horses either too cold or bathed in sweat.

If you simply decide to rely on Horseware's expertise, check customer reviews to narrow your choice. Owners write about using the same turnout for eight years (the guarantee is three) with regular cleaning, re-proofing, and repair with needle and thread if the rug gets torn. There are informational videos that show you how to do maintenance and repairs to get the most out of your investment. You can buy re-proofing spray and repair kits from retailers to make the tasks easier.

You can see why this might take a while. However, maybe your time will be better spent in choosing the right size for your particular horse. The folks at Horseware really have figured out all the other details, even up to how to re-fit a rug when your horse gains a pound or fifty. You can trust these people to give you a well-fitting turnout that will last for years; they guarantee them for three, but people will tell you they last much longer.




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