HorseWare Amigo Turnout Rug FieldSafe Plus 1200D

Choose the fill based on your horse, not just the calendar. A clipped horse or one that feels the cold needs more insulation than a horse with a full winter coat. The 0 g is a rain sheet, the 50 g and 100 g suit the transitional season and the 250 g is intended for cold weather. Horseware does not give temperature ranges; check regularly under the rug at the shoulder and flank that your horse is neither too warm nor too cold.

Because the rug is liner compatible, you can keep using a lighter version in winter by adding a layer underneath. Only attach the neck cover when you need it, for example in wind and rain or to keep the neck clean.

The release surcingles and the tail cord with breaking point are designed to give way in an incident. Check them after any such situation and before each season for wear, along with the hook-and-loop at the chest.

This turnout rug suits horses that spend a lot of time out, alone or in a group, and owners who want a tough 1200D outer fabric with fastenings that release under excessive pressure. With four fill weights, you can pick the same model for every season. It suits any horse turned out in the field, whatever the discipline.

Would you rather choose from several colours? Then look at the Horseware Amigo 1200D Plus Turnout in Burgundy, Navy or Black. If you want one set with an outer rug and two liners, the Horseware Amigo 1200D Plus Turnout bundle is the alternative. If your horse needs more than 250 g, Maddelin stocks the Horseware Rambo 1680D Plus Turnout with Vari-Layer in 250 g and 450 g.

Place the rug on the back and fasten the chest first with the disc closure and hook-and-loop. Then do up the three crossed surcingles, leaving a flat hand's width between surcingle and belly. Clip on the tail cord and, if needed, the neck cover. Wash at 30°C with the hook-and-loop closed and straps fastened; line dry, no tumble drying, bleach or ironing. Store the rug dry in a breathable bag, away from damp, heat and sunlight.

What does FieldSafe mean on this Horseware rug?
It refers to the safety features: crossed surcingles with a fastening that releases under pressure and a tail cord with a built-in breaking point. If your horse gets caught, the rug is more likely to give way.

Which fill should I choose?
The 0 g is a rain sheet with no fill, the 50 g and 100 g give light warmth for the transitional season and the 250 g is intended for cold weather. Take your horse's coat into account and whether it is clipped.

Is the neck cover included?
Yes, the detachable neck cover is included. You can attach it or leave it off.

Are leg straps included?
The rug has loops for optional leg straps. Horseware does not state whether leg straps are supplied.

Can I use a liner underneath?
Yes, the rug is liner compatible. That lets you make a lighter version warmer without changing rugs.

Is the outer fabric ripstop?
Horseware describes the outer fabric as 1200D polyester, waterproof and breathable. A ripstop weave is not consistently confirmed.

How do I wash this turnout rug?
In the machine at 30°C, after closing all hook-and-loop and fastening the straps. Line dry away from direct heat. Do not bleach, iron or tumble dry. Horseware recommends professional cleaning.

How does it differ from the Amigo 1200D Plus Turnout?
Both have a 1200D outer fabric and a detachable neck cover. The FieldSafe Plus fastens at the front with a disc, has release surcingles and a tail cord with breaking point, and also comes in 250 g. The 1200D Plus has a V-Front closure and is available at Maddelin in three colours.

• The Horseware Amigo 1200D FieldSafe Plus Turnout is a waterproof, breathable turnout rug with a detachable neck cover.
• The outer fabric is 1200D polyester, the lining is shine-enhancing and anti-static.
• Four fill weights: 0 g, 50 g, 100 g and 250 g.
• The surcingles and tail cord release under pressure, for added safety in the field.
• At the front is a quick-release disc closure.
• The rug is liner compatible and has reflective strips.
• At Maddelin in Navy, from 115/170/5.6 to 155/205/6.9.