For the Horse
Headcollars & Lead Ropes
A headcollar and lead rope are everyday essentials for leading, tying up, handling and travelling.
For the Horse
A headcollar and lead rope are everyday essentials for leading, tying up, handling and travelling. A good headcollar is comfortable and correctly fitted, and most yards keep a spare by every stable door.
Choose padded leather for a smart, long-lasting option or durable nylon for value and easy care, and match it with a soft, strong lead rope.
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Fit and safety
A headcollar should allow two or three fingers' width at the noseband and cheek, sitting comfortably without rubbing. Some owners choose a headcollar with a breakable safety section for turnout, so it releases if caught.
Leather or nylon?
Padded leather is smart, comfortable and ages well, making it popular for showing and travelling. Nylon is hard-wearing, washable and good value for everyday yard use.
Lead ropes
A soft, strong lead rope is kinder on the hands and safer to hold. Keep the rope untangled and never wrap it around your hand when leading.
Headcollars & Lead Ropes: your questions answered
If a horse must be turned out in a headcollar, use one with a breakable safety section so it releases if caught. Many owners prefer to turn out without a headcollar where it is safe to do so.
Headcollars are commonly sized pony, cob and full, with adjustment at the headpiece and noseband. Choose the size closest to your horse and fine-tune the fit.