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Reins

Horse Reins

Horse reins are the vital connection between your hands and your horse, providing communication and control. Reins attach to the bridle at the bit or, in the case of a bitless bridle, at the noseband. Choosing the right reins is essential for comfort, grip, and performance—whether you’re schooling, competing, or riding for pleasure.

Types of Horse Reins

Rubber Grip Reins: Popular for their superior grip, especially in wet weather. Some feature full rubber, while others have rubber only on one side to reduce bulk.
Leather Reins: Classic, comfortable, and often laced or stitched for extra grip and style.
Long Reins: Used for lunging and long lining, giving you distance and control during groundwork.
Balance Reins / Neck Straps: Provide extra security and a hand rest, especially useful for beginners or added confidence.
Grass Reins: Attach to pony reins to prevent ponies from snatching grass on hacks or in the ring.
Training Reins: Often multi-coloured to help riders learn correct hand placement.
Side Reins & Draw Reins: Useful for training and encouraging correct head carriage.

Horse and Pony Reins from Top Brands

Discount Equestrian offers one of the UK’s largest selections of reins from trusted brands like Collegiate®, EcoRider®, Henry James®, John Whitaker®, LeMieux®, Rhinegold®, Shockemohle®, and more. Here are some customer favourites:

Hy Rubber Grip Reins: Durable rubber coating for secure grip in all conditions, ideal for everyday riding or competition. Soft, flexible feel and quality fittings.
Premier Equine Diego Rubber Reins: Textured rubber for grip and flexibility, leather ends, and stainless steel buckles—perfect for schooling or competition.

Budget-Friendly & Specialist Reins

Henry James® Leather Neck Strap: Sedgwick English leather, padded with calfskin, fully adjustable for all sizes—ideal as a balance rein or neck strap.
Kincade® Brights Two-Tone Lunge Rein: 8m padded cotton with loop handle and heavy-duty clip—perfect for lunging or long reining.
Rhinegold® Softee Leather Laced Reins: Soft-feel leather with stylish lacing and buckle ends—perfect for showing or traditional disciplines.
Rhinegold® Unicorn Pony Side/Grass Reins: Adjustable nylon webbing, suitable as side or grass reins for ponies of all sizes.

Shop Horse & Pony Reins at Discounted Prices

Explore our extensive range of reins, including side reins, rubber grip reins, and draw reins to complete your tack collection.

Need help choosing the right reins? Our friendly Discount Equestrian team is always happy to help—contact us for advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose the right reins?

Consider your riding discipline, hand size, and desired grip. Rubber reins are great for grip, leather for tradition and comfort, and training reins for beginners.