How can I keep warm while riding horses? (Please read all the question)?

Question

My horse, Forest is a beutiful thoroughbred gelding. But part of being a thoroughbred is the spirit that comes with it. I cannot wear any crinkly clothing, like raincoats, because he spooks at the crinkly noise. How can I keep warm while it's snowing?

I can't spend much money

Answer 1

I used to have a horse and I would wear a 1 piece zip up insulated suit in the winter times. It's just like the ones you see construction workers wearing. I would say lots of layers (wool, flannel, etc.). Hope that helps!

Answer 2

The best thing I have found is a long sleeved t-shirt under a heavy hooded sweatshirt. Over that, I put a down filled vest and leather gloves. That combo works great for me because you don't have the bulk of a jacket and the noise. The hooded sweatshirt also works as a windbreaker. Also, wool socks, or at least a wool blend. Wool will keep your feet warm even when it gets wet. With these socks, I can ride in my summer boots or in sneakers. For pants, there are polar fleece breeches you can buy, or my friend used to make them. I ride western, so I just wear jeans. I live in PA, where it gets really cold and snowy. Happy winter riding!

Answer 3

Just because he's a TB doesn't mean he can't learn to tolerate crinkly sounds. What if you're trail riding and a plastic bag blows past? You don't need him spooking.

Take him to a bombproofing clinic and/or get a trainer to work with him to desenstiize him. I personally use clicker training to desensitize my horses.

For winter wear: they make waterproof non-crinkly clothes but you may have to pay a little more for them. I have a nice jacket made by Columbia. For cold weather I ride with thermal underwear. I can get thermal under pants for under $10 at KMart.

Answer 4

When i ride in the winter time (and i do it a lot). Of course, I layer. I would suggest an oilskin to repel the snow and rain, with a wool liner for warmth (oilskins require a little more care than regular raincoats, and are expensive, but will last for years, and don't make any noise), and for your legs I would recommend a pair of thinsultated carhartt pants that have been waterproofed with silicone spray (the stuff they use for gortex or canvas tents). You can also do the same with a carhartt jacket.

Answer 5

In Australia we have an oilskin called a Drizabone, for riding in snow, rain anything. These dont make a crinkle sound when riding.
Having ridden endurance for 20 years i found these invaluable. They come in various lenghts. The longest even has leg straps so the sides dont flap. They also have a split panel at the back so it is not tight when you are sitting in the saddle.
Drizabones are sold in the US these days though you may have to search for a supplier. We can purchase them in Oz for around $100-$200 dollars AUS but they will last forever. I have had my favourite one for 15 years. very low maintenance.

hope this helps
cheers

Answer 6

Boy Do I understand that feeling. You might consider wearing thermal/long john underwear with fleece lined sweat shirt/pants. Also you can wear coverall's that will keep you warm without making any noises. Something over your head to keep the heat in. I wear a face mask.. (don't laugh) that covers my noses and leaves my eyes and mouth uncovered. Works for me. Oh, don't forget your gloves to keep your hands warm. Speaking of warm they do make hand and feet warms. Works great while it is snowing!!!! Good Luck and have a warm ride!!!!

Answer 7

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Answer 8

Wow, thoroughbred, I've rode them for along time.... beautiful and strong. I would suggest wearing several sweaters. but especially warm mittens and double socks.... and a warm hat. These things will REALLY help you. Keeping your ears, toes, fingers, hands, feet, and head warm, will really help allot with keeping the rest of your body warm. If you have a scarf you can use that too. Be sure to put a blanket on Forest too when it snows cause it is mighty cold.

Good Luck and God Bless

Answer 9

I ride a lesson horse who's a thoroughbred too but he's not that too spirited, but i would wear gloves and a swetshirt under a long sleeve shirt under it and then a big heavy coat over it.Thats what I do.

Answer 10

I think the best thing you could do for yourself and your horse, would be to desensitize her. Get her used to the crinkly sounds, there are enough things for a horse to spook at, but clothing shouldnt be one of them.