Blankets for the wide horse

[Jumper_Princess1988]

Hi y’all,

My Holsteiner gelding has been wearing the Amigo XL sheets/blankets over the last few years and they are the only ones that haven’t rubbed him raw (even his Rambos leave him with bald spots over the shoulders after a day or so). His turnout situation is fabulous with one exception - his new field mates LOVE to play blanket tag, and his current wardrobe is starting to look a little shabby. I was about to order him a few backup blankets but it looks like the sheet and the heavy are non existent in his size now. Does anyone know if Horseware has a direct replacement for them? The Schneider Big Fella line also fits him well, but they’re offering limited options too.

TL/DR - what blankets work best on chunky warmbloods and still hold up to turnout shenanigans?

Thanks!!

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[theresak]

Have you tried the Amigo or Rambo Wug cuts? Those work well on my WBs, especially the Rambo for the high-withered horses.

[Posting_Trot]

You might look at the Premier Equine line, particularly their Buster rugs:

Premier Equine heavyweight turnouts

They’re located in Britain, but they ship fast. (The holidays and bad weather might delay it some). I ordered a turnout from them last year and received it within a week. The rugs are high quality, waterproof, and cut generously.

[Critter]

I have the same issue - and the Amigo XL in an 87 is the optimal fit on my giant youngster!
I recently found the XL heavyweight on this site: https://www.minihorseshop.co.uk/horseware-amigo-bravo-12-xl-heavy-400g

The reviews on the company are mixed…I decided to take a chance. I will say that I did get a shipping notice within 2 days…and it’s been tracking it’s way over. Says delivery on the 17th. So fingers crossed!

Adams has the Hero XL sheet: https://adamshorsesupply.com/amigo-hero-900-xl-turnout-lite-0g.html

A few people suggested the Rambo Optima…as did the reps at Horseware (I asked if they were going to be restocking the XL blankets).