Horse Supply & Western Gear

Western Riding Gear, Horse Leg Protection, Fly Sheets & Barn Essentials

• Leg & Hoof Protection: Ballistic nylon overreach boots, flexion tendon boots, hind sport boots, and fleece bandages built for arena work, trail use, and daily turnout.
• Fly Sheets: Breathable mesh fly sheets with UV protection and insect-shield properties — designed to keep horses cool and comfortable during hot-weather turnout without the weight of a blanket.
• Tack Accessories & Latigos: Heavy-duty nylon latigos, patterned poly tie straps, and saddle & bridle leather repair kits to keep your tack functional and field-ready.
• Riding Apparel & Footwear Accessories: Western cowboy hats in woven palm leaf, kids' knee-patch breeches, riding spurs with decorative rowels, and heavy-plastic boot jacks for easy boot removal.
• Barn & Stable Tools: Stall and trailer door organizers with removable zippered pockets, composite manure forks built to resist breakage, and behavior training ankle bands for horses that paw.
• Leather Care: Beeswax for crack-filling, gel leather cleaners with scrub applicators, and saddle repair kits — everything needed to extend the life of leather tack and gear.

How to Choose the Right Horse Supply & Gear for Your Needs

Leg Protection: Matching Boot Type to Discipline

Overreach and bell boots suit horses prone to clipping or forging — ballistic nylon covers resist wear in high-impact use. Flexion tendon boots with individual abrasion-resistant cells are better suited to arena work and performance disciplines where lateral support matters. Fleece bandages work well for stable wrap and light exercise support.

Fly Sheets vs. Turnout Blankets — Know the Difference

A fly sheet is a lightweight mesh layer designed for warm-weather use — its job is to block insects and UV rays, not to provide warmth. A turnout blanket adds fill weight for cold-weather insulation. These are two completely different products solving different problems; selecting the wrong one for the season is the most common buyer mistake in horse outerwear.

Tack Accessories: Nylon vs. Leather Latigos

Heavy-duty nylon latigos with pre-punched holes offer consistent stretch resistance and are easier to keep clean — a practical choice for everyday ranch and trail use. Leather latigos develop a natural patina and conform to use over time but require regular conditioning. For riders using tack across wet or muddy conditions, nylon holds up with less maintenance.

Keeping Leather Tack in Working Condition

Regular leather care is one of the most overlooked parts of tack ownership. Beeswax fills surface cracks and feeds the leather fibers to prevent deeper splitting — particularly useful on latigos, fenders, and headstalls exposed to moisture and sweat. A gel leather cleaner with a built-in scrub applicator removes salt, dirt, and grime without soaking the leather. For structural repairs — replacing rosettes, tie carriers, or screws — a dedicated saddle and bridle repair kit prevents small failures from becoming costly ones. Used consistently, these products can double the working life of quality leather tack.

Horse Supply & Gear Questions Answered

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