Stay high and dry in the saddle this spring with garments and products designed to shed water.
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Rain, rain, go away
“Rain was dissolving land and sky together like a wet watercolour as the afternoon darkened. He concentrated, raising his head, searching the skyline from end to end. The horse had vanished. The hill looked lifeless and desolate, an island lifting out of the sea, awash with every tide.”---- Ted Hughes, “The Rain Horse”
Designed to fit the latest smartphones, Cashel Company’s Phone Holder (suggested retail, $21.99), is suitable for use around the barn or on the trail, no matter the weather. Made of water-resistant neoprene, it can slide onto your belt, be worn across your body or attach to the pommel of your saddle. There’s even a small zipper pocket for keys, cash and other necessities. In black or mint, the holder measures four inches by 7 1/4 inches and is one inch deep. Visit www.cashelcompany.com.
The ultra-lightweight High Tail Rain Jacket (suggested retail, $129), from Kerrits, is both water-resistant and windproof, with a convertible split tail that flips up and secures with magnets when riding. Other rider-friendly details include a light mesh lining, a two-way front zip, multiple zip pockets and a stowable hood. In amethyst, bluestar or platinum, in sizes XS to 2X. Visit kerrits.com.
Made for milder climates, the Windbreaker Turnout Sheet (suggested retail, $151.99, or $178.99 with a hood), from Classic Equine, sports a breathable, waterproof 1,200-denier outer shell and a coat-polishing nylon interior. An improved shape conforms to the horse’s body for maximum comfort, while a reflective safety strip maximizes visibility. Sturdy buckles and adjustable straps help keep everything in place. In black, in sizes XS (69 to 71) to XL (81 to 83). Visit www.classicequine.com.