Endurance riding asks a lot of our horses—and quite a lot of our gear too. Over the course of a training ride or endurance competition, tack can be exposed to hours of sweat, dust, rain, mud, creek crossings and plenty of water during strapping. Then, after travelling kilometre after kilometre, we need that same equipment to remain comfortable, functional and reliable. It's one of the reasons Biothane has become such a natural fit for endurance riding. At MPH Saddlery, we don

Match Your Horse, Your Team—or Your Entire Setup For some riders, choosing tack colours starts with the horse. A rich teal can look spectacular against a chestnut. Bright blues and purples can pop beautifully against greys. Strong greens, oranges and pinks create fantastic contrast on darker horses. Once you've chosen your colour, suddenly everything starts matching. Bridle. Breastplate. Reins. Saddlecloth. Strapping buckets. Rider clothing. Crew shirts. Float decorations...

Who says practical horse gear has to be boring? One of our favourite things about working with Biothane at MPH Saddlery is the colour. Lots and lots of colour. Whether your horse looks best in classic black, you love bright competition colours, or you've spent far too long deciding whether seafoam and periwinkle really do belong together, Biothane gives you the opportunity to make your gear distinctly yours. And with the extensive colour range available, choosing your combina

Endurance gear has a fairly demanding job. It needs to be comfortable enough for kilometre after kilometre, practical when you're tired and working against the clock, tough enough to handle sweat, water and dirt—and simple enough that you're not fighting with your tack when you should be concentrating on your horse. That thinking is behind our MPH Saddlery Endure range. The Endure Bridle and Endure Breastplate aren't simply Biothane versions of traditional tack. They've been

What About Stains? Lighter and brighter Biothane colours naturally show dirt more readily than darker colours. Start with warm water and mild soap. For stubborn marks, gently working the area with a soft toothbrush can help lift dirt from around stitching and textured areas. It's tempting to reach for harsh household cleaners, solvents or abrasive products, but stronger isn't necessarily better. They may affect the finish, stitching or hardware, so mild cleaning is the best p

If you ride endurance, trail ride, train in all weather or simply own a horse with a talent for finding the muddiest patch in the paddock, keeping tack clean can feel like a never-ending job. One of the biggest advantages of Biothane horse gear is just how easy it is to look after. Unlike leather, it doesn’t need regular oiling or conditioning, and everyday dirt, sweat and grime can usually be removed in a matter of minutes. Here’s how to keep your Biothane tack looking its b

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