Combo-Neck Stable Rugs

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Combo-neck stable rugs are indoor rugs with an integrated neck cover, so the body rug and neck piece are attached as one garment. The built-in neck gives extra warmth over the crest and shoulders and helps keep a clipped or fine-coated horse protected from draughts in the stable. Just Horse Riders stocks 53 combo-neck stable rugs from brands including Shires, Weatherbeeta, Premier Equine, Gallop Equestrian, StormX, John Whitaker, Hy Equestrian and Horseware, in weights from lightweight 50g up to heavyweight 400g fills, from £20.23. In a hurry? Quick answer Clipped horse, cold stable: a medium-to-heavy combo (200–300g) such as the Shires Tempest Plus 200 Stable Combo Rug (£69.29). Everyday warmth, unclipped or lightly clipped: a 200–250g combo like the Whitaker Rastrick V2 250G Stable Rug Combo (£61.00). Milder nights or layering: a lightweight combo such as the Shires Tempest Lite Combo Stable Rug (£63.00). Budget starting point: the Gallop Equestrian Trojan 200G Combo Stable Rug (£33.88). Not sure on weight? Your vet or an experienced instructor can help you judge how much clip and cover your individual horse needs. What is a combo-neck stable rug? A combo-neck stable rug is a non-waterproof indoor rug with a neck cover built into the design, so the body and neck are one piece rather than two separate items. It is made for use in the stable, not out in the field, so the outer is quilted for warmth rather than made waterproof. The integrated neck helps trap warmth over the neck and withers, which many owners find useful for clipped horses or fine-coated types that feel the cold. Combo-neck vs standard-neck: which do I need? The main difference is coverage. A combo-neck adds an attached neck cover for extra warmth and, on clipped horses, extra protection over the clipped areas. A standard-neck stable rug stops at the withers and leaves the neck bare, which suits horses that run warm or are only lightly clipped. If you already own a standard-neck rug, some ranges let