Why is sheepskin used in equestrian sports?
Products with sheepskin are often used in equestrian sports. Saddle girths, saddle pads, bell boots, saddle covers or grooming mitts made of the natural material fulfil many different functions. Sheepskin articles such as saddle pads or chin strap pads protect the horse from unpleasant pressure and chafing points. In addition, the fur has a temperature-balancing effect, so that it is suitable for both summer and winter.
In winter, sheepskin saddle pads are recommended as seat warmers, which are also often used for training. In summer, grooming gloves made of lambskin are effective because they can absorb sweat and moisture very well.
During training, a sheepskin saddle pad absorbs the horse’s sweat and thus ensures a pleasant climate under the saddle. After each use – whether it is a grooming glove or a saddle girth – the fur should be hung out to dry. If the coat becomes dirty while riding, which is quickly the case with bell boots made of sheepskin, for example, the dirty areas should be brushed out carefully with a soft brush. Dried mud sticks the wool fibres together and thus restricts the functionality of the natural material.
Products made of sheepskin are used because of the functional material properties. The fur has a heat-insulating and thermoregulating effect. It stores moisture and provides ideal climatic conditions. The lambskin product range at Kramer Equestrian includes a diverse selection of horse accessories:
- Sheepskin headcollars
- Sheepskin saddle pads
- Sheepskin bell boots
- Sheepskin leg wraps
- Sheepskin tendon boots
- Sheepskin grooming mitts
- Sheepskin padding
- Sheepskin lungeing or saddle girth and girth protectors
Why is sheepskin care important and what happens if I don’t care for sheepskin?
In order to be able to use sheepskin products as long as possible and to maintain the functional material properties, proper care is essential.
Dried mud sticks the wool fibres together and thus restricts the material properties. In this way, the sheepskin can no longer absorb moisture, for example. If sheepskin is not cared for, the sweat absorbed can also damage the leather over time, as the tanning agents that keep the leather intact are lost through the sweat.
To prevent these problems, our sheepskin care guide will show you step by step how to care for sheepskin properly and which accessories are necessary for this.
The properties of sheepskin
Horse accessories made of sheepskin are breathable and have a temperature regulating effect. Due to its high moisture absorption capacity, sheepskin also has a moisture-regulating effect. In addition to these properties, sheepskin also has antibacterial properties.
The fur is dirt-repellent and self-cleaning in combination with fresh oxygenated air, which makes it hygienic and antibacterial. Furthermore, sheepskin products are naturally fluffy and gentle on the skin, which can prevent pressure points on the horse’s body and back.