Polyester Cotton Ripstop
Made from a 60% cotton / 40% polyester diamond-weave ripstop, this fabric is engineered to deliver the comfort horses love with the durability owners need. The cotton fibres provide natural breathability, while polyester reinforcement adds strength, shape retention, and long-wear performance.
Key Benefits of Polyester Cotton Ripstop:
- Water Repellent: Helps keep your horse dry and comfortable in light rain, dew, and damp paddock conditions.
- UV Protection: Assists in reducing sun exposure, supporting coat condition and colour retention during summer turnout.
- Insect Barrier Performance: The tight diamond weave helps limit flies and biting insects from reaching the skin.
- Tough Diamond Ripstop: Stronger than plain ripstop, designed to resist tearing and extend rug life.
- Polyester Reinforcement: Adds anti-stretch stability and durability for everyday paddock use.
- Cotton Comfort: Naturally breathable, allowing airflow to help keep horses cooler in warm weather.
- Cleaner Wear: The dense weave helps reduce dust and dirt penetration, keeping your horse cleaner for longer.
✨ With this cotton-blend summer rug fabric, you get a practical, breathable, and tougher alternative to traditional cotton — designed specifically for Australian conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Cotton horse rugs are ideal as a versatile layering rug, offering multiple practical benefits across seasons:
- Daytime coverage: Provides lightweight protection when winter rugs are removed during warmer days, helping maintain routine and comfort.
- Protects winter rug linings: Acts as a barrier that helps keep hair, dirt, and grease off satin or lining materials, extending the life of your winter rugs.
- Moisture management: Under a rainsheet, cotton layers help absorb moisture and reduce condensation build-up during heavy rain or humid conditions.
- Temperature balance: Adds a light insulation layer without overheating, supporting comfort during variable weather.
This makes cotton rugs a practical choice for year-round use, not just summer.
Yes. The natural cotton content offers a soft, breathable feel that’s well suited to horses prone to rubbing or skin sensitivity, while polyester reinforcement maintains durability and shape.
A versatile cotton layer that delivers breathable comfort, smarter layering, and everyday durability across seasons.
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