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Horse reins create the critical connection from a horse's bit to the rider's hands. Select from the many different styles of English and western horse reins to enhance hand-to-mouth communication with your horse.

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Billy Royal® All Leather Draw Reins for Horses
. Original price: $124.99
. Final price: $84.99
Up to 32% off
• Perfect for training, schooling or warming up before classes
• Reinforces balance and head carriage when used correctly
• Crafted from the finest, most supple Grade A hand oiled leather
• One small solid brass trigger snaps on each continuous rein
• Color: Dark Oil
• Length: 10' long x ½" wide
2 colors
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Up to 29% off
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Beautifully made with a hand-braided 12-plait rawhide, these are a must-have silver-plated romel rein for showing. These reins have patented, direct contact ends that allow limited swing to produce the proper drape. They easily attach to the bit end for easy on and off. • Made from a hand-braided 12-plait rawhide with leather hand-tooled popper
• Hand-engraved plated silver accents
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2 colors, sizes 1/2"-3/8"
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Joseph Sterling® Curb Reins - 51"
. Original price: $104.99 - $129.99
. Final price: $79.99 - $89.99
Up to 23% off
These English curb reins are perfect for hunter, saddle seat, or dressage bridles. Joseph Sterling leather goods are crafted from the finest English leather, hand-selected from J & E Sedgwick & Co. LTD. You know that passion is poured into each rein. Featuring 13 to 15 stitches per inch, hand-rubbed beveled edges, and stainless hardware, these English curb reins are...
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Premier Rubber Reins
. Original price: $84.99
. Final price: $29.99
Up to 64% off
These rubber English reins are the ultimate choice for soft, pliable, and good-looking reins. Premier Leather Goods are crafted from premium buffalo leather in the British tradition. The suppleness of this entry-level tack is outstanding, with full-length textured rubber over leather. Rein ends buckle together and have hook stud bit ends, which make these English reins excellent for pleasure, jumping,...
Dura-Tech® Heavy Neck Stretcher
. Original price: $59.99
. Final price: $39.99
Up to 33% off
A useful training tool that allows the horse to learn to give to pressure without feeling trapped. • Durable neck stretchers can be a great tool with teaching a horse to give into pressure when learning to go in a frame or for desired head carriage
• Created with durability in mind with thicker elastic and heavier hardware
• 3/8"...
Victor Supreme Gene LaCroix Training Split Reins with Snaps and Stops
. Original price: $116.99
. Final price: $89.99
Up to 23% off
Tough enough to stand up to everyday training use, these training split reins with snaps and stops are an exceptional quality for outstanding performance. Designed with the help of leading trainer Gene LaCroix, these reins are handcrafted in the USA by the finest Amish leather craftsmen. They become softer with each use, while still helping you achieve your training goals....
Billy Royal® Side Reins
. Original price: $109.99
. Final price: $74.99
Up to 31% off
Great training aid that adjusts for the more refined, petite breeds • Leather is supple Grade A hand rubbed and oiled for durability
• Heavy duty elastic at the bit end allows a certain level of ‘give’
• Each rein adjusts easily with a single side buckle adjustment
• Solid brass lever snap at the bit with loop through at...
Billy Royal® Harness Leather Pulley Draw Reins
. Original price: $129.99
. Final price: $99.99
Up to 23% off
• Unique design featuring pulleys to help achieve optimal results
• Exceptional quality Grade A harness leather with rolled edges
• Pulleys allow reins to slide freely and will not bind or pinch
• Heavy duty solid brass snaps and hardware ensure durability
• Easy to use one piece rein design
• Color: Light Oil
• Measures: 15’ long
Billy Royal® Hermann Oak Leather Slot End Split Reins
. Original price: $94.99
. Final price: $69.99
Up to 26% off
These slot end reins are easy to attach, are nicely weighted, tapered and balanced while keeping consistent, direct pressure for clearer communication with your horse. These reins eliminate the need for screws/ties and hold securely to the bit ring to keep from flipping and twisting. These reins create the appearance of a smoother ride in the show ring and are...
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Schneiders® Rubber Lined Leather Soft Grip Reins with Stops
. Original price: $184.99
. Final price: $134.99
Up to 27% off
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These rubber-lined reins are meticulously designed with smooth leather and strategically placed stoppers underneath the leather for a more luxurious and comfortable feel in your hands, compared to normal stopper reins that are above the leather. The rubber-lined underside makes it easy to grip securely, especially when riding in the rain or through water. The hook stud closure on the...
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Schneiders® Laced Leather Reins with Rubber Grip Lining
. Original price: $194.99
. Final price: $134.99
Up to 30% off
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Experience the perfect blend of style and control with these leather reins with a rubber grip lining. Crafted from supple English leather lace, these reins boast a soft and subtle grip rubber texture on the bottom, ensuring a secure hold during your rides. With a standard length of 54", they make the perfect hunter rein with added subtle grip. The...
Schneiders® Latigo Lined Harness Leather Split Reins
. Original price: $99.99
. Final price: $49.99
Up to 50% off
Made from quality Argentine leather, these latigo lined harness leather reins are built tough to last. Featuring a soft latigo lining, these reins are made for comfort in your hands, while also providing excellent communication between you and your horse. Double stitched throughout, these Western reins won’t quit until you do. • Made from quality Argentine leather for reins that...
Havana, sizes 1/2"-3/8"
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Joseph Sterling Plaited Reins for Horses
. Original price: $209.99
. Final price: $144.99
Up to 30% off
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These beautiful plauted reins are soft, flexible, and lightweight; perfect for use in any single or double show bridle. Joseph Sterling leather goods are crafted from the finest English leather, hand-selected from J & E Sedgwick & Co. LTD. You know that passion is poured into each rein. Featuring 13 to 15 stitches per inch, hand rubbed beveled edges, and...
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Premier Cotton Web Reins for Horses
. Original price: $74.99
. Final price: $49.99
Up to 33% off
These English cotton web reins have a comfortable grip and feel natural. Made from imported cotton web, they are great for everything from training to pleasure rides. The spaced leather tabs are sewn in for added grip, and the rein stops add extra confidence and security. Perfect for riders looking for the next step up from rainbow reins! • Made...
Rein Snap 5/8" Nickel Plate
. Original price: $5.99
. Final price: $3.99
Up to 33% off
• Repair or convert ½” or 5/8” reins into quick change reins
• Scissor snaps for easy bit connection
• Bolt swivel with 5/8” open round eye
• Nickel plated finish
• Measures:  2 ½” long
Schneiders Work Split Reins with Bolt Snaps 3/8" x 7'
. Original price: $77.99
. Final price: $59.99
Up to 23% off
You need work reins that go as hard as you do, and these do just that! Crafted from the finest hand-rubbed and oiled leather, these reins are extra supple and feel great in the hand. They are perfect for riders with smaller hands or for riding with double reins. They have solid brass bolt snaps on the ends, allowing for...

Selecting The Best Horse Reins

Horse reins are a critical part of the bridle as they allow riders to communicate with their horse using their hands. When looking to buy horse reins there are a few things you should consider before making your decision.

First, make sure you are buying horse reins that match your bridle. Often reins will come with the bridle you buy, or reins from the same brand will be an exact match to your bridle. If these reins will work it is often best to buy this option. If you are looking for special reins just make sure they are a similar color to your bridle if you are looking to show them.

Western horse reins come in many different styles. Some of these reins come will lots of bling while others have a more natural look. If you want to use these reins for showing, reins with bling might better suit your needs than more traditional western horse reins.

English horse reins are mostly muted traditional leather colors. If you plan on showing it is definitely best to stick to a traditional style of rein. However, there are also rubber rein options that are great for beginner riders. The rainbow colors of the reins help young riders remember where to position their hands and help them keep track of how to hold the reins.

Frequently Asked Questions About Horse Reins

How do I choose reins for my horse?

Choose reins depending on length, discipline, and color. Make sure to measure the reins using the instructions on the product page. It is also important to pick horse reins that match your discipline and the color of your bridle. For example, if you ride English and have a brown bridle you should buy English horse reins in brown leather color.

How to measure horse reins?

The standard measurement for English horse reins is 54 inches from bit to the middle buckle. You probably won’t need to measure your horse's neck to buy your reins as they generally don’t come in many sizes. Smaller ponies can usually be ridden in standard rein sizes. Extra-long reins are better for the larger breeds like thoroughbreds, warmbloods, and draft horses.

What are the different types of horse reins?

There are mainly different kinds of reins that can be divided into two categories: English and western. Here are the most common kinds of reins:

English Horse Reins:

  • Plain Reins: Plain reins with no lacing or braiding. They are simply a long piece of leather with minimal grip.
  • Laced Reins: These are leather reins with a laced pattern through them. These offer better grip than plain reins because of the laced pattern.
  • Web Reins: These reins are made of leather and cotton and have leather or rubber rein stops at consistent intervals along the reins.
  • Rubber Reins: These reins are made from an easy to grip rubber material with rein stops at even intervals along the rein. Colorful rubber reins can be helpful for young riders learning where to correctly grip the rein.

Western Horse Reins:

  • Split Reins: These horse reins are made from two separate pieces of leather or sometimes cotton. The two reins are separate from each other hence the name ‘split reins.’
  • Romel Reins: Horse reins made with two parts, the reins and the romel. The reins are usually leather and the romel, a leather whip like attachment, is located at the center of the rein.
  • Roping Reins: These are simple horse reins that attach to the bit and loop around the horses neck.
  • Mecate Reins: These horse reins are used with a bosal and loop around the horses neck. They are usually made from a fabric or rope like material.

What is the difference between English and western reins?

English and Western horse reins are pretty similar. However, the main difference lies in the structure of the reins. English horse reins are designed for riders to use two hands to communicate with their horse and western horse reins are designed for riders to only use one hand.

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