Winter Care Guide
Choosing the Right Horse Blanket for Every Temperature
Fall and wintertime shine the inevitable spotlight on preparing your horse
for colder climates, no matter which region you call home. Since 1996,
Classic Equine has crafted and continuously innovated the highest quality
horse blankets, sheets, coolers, and slinkies. Our full line of options
helps you rest easy at night, knowing your horse is healthy, safe, and
comfortable. Below, we've put together a guide to our meticulously
designed horse blanket options to help you make the best decision for
your horse this winter.
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All-Weather Horse Blankets: Cross Trainer and Windbreaker Lines
The Cross Trainer and Windbreaker lines are all-weather resistant horse
blankets, crafted with a 1200-denier durable ripstop outer shell and
smooth nylon lining. Their Reflective Knight Vision™ technology
makes it easy to quickly check on your horses with a flashlight before
heading to bed, or find them in the dark to bring them in for the night.
This technology also helps visibility when a car drives by. These horse
blankets are offered in hooded and standard options.
10K Cross Trainer Blanket
Heavyweight — Extreme Cold
Living in a cold climate means your horse might need some extra
warmth on those really cold days and nights. The 10K blanket is
perfect for when temperatures drop to 30 degrees and below for long
periods.
Here's what it offers:
- Protection from ice and rain
- Heaviest blanket in the Classic Equine line, packed with 300 grams of fiberfill insulation
- Naturally contours to the horse's body and allows freedom of movement
10K Cross Trainer →
5K Cross Trainer Blanket
Medium-Weight — Chilly Nights
If your nights get chilly, dropping down into the 40s, this
medium-weight horse blanket is for you. The medium fill provides
just the right amount of warmth.
Here's what it offers:
- A great option that's one level of thickness below the 10K
- Medium-weight, breathable blanket with 100 grams of fiberfill
5K Cross Trainer →
Windbreaker Turnout Sheet
Lightweight — Wind-Resistant
Wind can turn a mildly cold day into one that's straight-up
bone-chilling. The Windbreaker Turnout Sheet blocks the chill, so
your horse can enjoy the pasture comfortably.
Here's what it offers:
- Ideal for milder climates
- Enhanced tail flap and greater length (top to bottom) for maximizing protection
Windbreaker Turnout Sheet →
Stable Sheet for Horses — Open Front and Closed Front Options
Stable sheets are a unique mix of slinkies and blankets. They offer
lightweight coverage or layering under blankets, or can even be
thrown over a slinky. The Stable Sheet is meant for indoor use only.
Here's what it offers:
- Made of breathable ripstop material, which prevents sweating in milder weather
- A natural fit that contours to the horse's body, just like the blankets above
- Satin lining in the shoulder to prevent uncomfortable rubbing
Stable Sheet →
Polar Fleece Horse Cooler for Post-Workout Warmth
The term "cooler" can easily be misleading. Horse coolers are
designed to help warm a horse that is sweaty or wet in colder
conditions. A cooler helps speed up the drying process and keeps
your horse warm while it dries.
Here's what it offers:
- Fleece that works to cool the horse slowly and protect against chill
- Wicks away unwanted moisture after a bath or workout
- A horn slit that ensures a fit over your saddle as you walk back to the barn
If budget is your biggest concern, try the Economy Polar Fleece
Cooler, which functions the same but is made with a lighter fleece
and a non-removable belly strap.
Polar Fleece Cooler →
Full-Body Horse Slinky for Show Prep
This product is a game-changer for show prep. With its unmatched
rebound, the Full-Body Slinky is made from lightweight material
that keeps your horse clean and sleek, so they're ready to show
on a moment's notice. Plush polar fleece around the muzzle, across
the wither, and around the front of the shoulders makes for the
perfect fit.
Here's what it offers:
- Soft, sleek 4-way stretch spandex material found nowhere else
- Extra room along the neckline to prevent mane rubbing
- Split tail flap for added comfort of movement
- Long-lasting metal zippers
New to using slinkies? Check out our
slinky step-by-step video guide
for a walkthrough. Be on the lookout for new colors coming soon!
Horse and Saddle Cover for Rainy-Day Rides
All tacked up and heading to the arena or barn when a rainstorm
suddenly hits? This waterproof horse and saddle cover fits
perfectly over your horse and saddle to keep both protected.
Here's what it offers:
- Keeps your leather tack safe from rain damage
- An interior lined with 600-denier polyester and a nylon tail strap
- Convenient attachment to a halter with a hook-and-loop strap
Horse and Saddle Cover →
A quick reminder: it's important to remove blankets when
temperatures rise. You never want your horse to become too warm or sweat
under their blanket.
Shop the full line of Classic Equine horse blankets, sheets, coolers,
and slinkies to find the perfect fit for your horse this winter.
Shop all blankets, sheets, coolers & slinkies →
Common Questions About Blanketing Your Horse
What temperature does a horse need a blanket?
Most horses start needing a blanket once temperatures drop into the
40s, especially if they're clipped, older, or have short winter
coats. Below 30 degrees, a heavier blanket like the 10K Cross Trainer
is recommended for extended cold.
What's the difference between a horse blanket and a horse sheet?
Blankets are insulated with fiberfill for warmth in cold temperatures,
while sheets are lightweight, uninsulated layers that block wind and
rain without adding warmth — ideal for milder climates.
How do I know if my horse is too warm under a blanket?
Check for sweating at the neck or under the blanket, and remove or
swap to a lighter layer as soon as temperatures rise. A horse that's
sweating under a blanket is at risk of chilling once it cools.
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