Bates Leather Cream
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$39.99 - Regular price
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$39.99
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Bates Leather Cream
Leather is a natural product and proper care is crucial to maximising the performance of your saddle as its life is reliant on maintaining a certain level of moisture in the leather.
Your saddle should be regularly cleaned, using glycerine saddle soap and a damp cloth or sponge to remove dirt, which may otherwise scratch the surface. Cleaning should always be followed with a rich, wax-based dressing, such as Bates Leather Balsam.
Prior to riding in your new saddle, it is recommended that you liberally dress your saddle with Bates Leather Balsam, allowing it to soak in overnight. The overnight process ensures maximum penetration into the leather, helping to seal in the moisture and protect your saddle. Bates Leather Cream can also be used to replenish and rejuvenate the moisture content in your saddle, however a leather balsam penetrates deeper into the leather and offers a surface barrier, protecting against wear, water and sweat.
Apply your leather balsam or cream heavily in high wear areas, such as the top of the saddle flap where the stirrup leathers will rub. You may apply your dressing to all areas of your saddle that are not suede, including the padded inserts and girth straps. Treated in this manner, you will achieve the traditional, rich patina of aged worked leather and can expect years of excellent service from your saddle.
Shipping Info
Shipping & Pickup Information
Flat Rate Shipping via Post Haste (Excludes Feed):
- North Island: $10 (1-2 working days)
- South Island: $20 (2-3 working days)
- Rural Surcharge: +$6 (extra time may apply)
Feed Shipping per bag via Post Haste:
- Central North Island: $14 Per Bag
- Upper North Island: $18 Per Bag
- Lower North Island: $28 Per Bag
- South Island: $55 Per Bag
- Rural Surcharge: +$6 (extra time may apply)
Orders placed before 1 PM are usually shipped the same day.
Pick-up Info
Click & Collect - Tauranga Store
Free 24/7 pickup from our secure after-hours collection box. Email us if you’d like to collect after hours and we’ll send you the instructions.
Try Before You Buy - No Obligation
We keep limited stock in-store, so order online to secure the items you want to try.
At checkout, choose Click & Collect as your delivery method, then Cash on Delivery (COD) as your payment method. You won’t pay anything online.
We’ll bring your items into the store and let you know when they’re ready. Try them on or check them over in person. If they’re not right, leave them with us. No problem at all. If you keep them, pay in store when you pick up.
Excludes saddles.
Returns & Exchanges
No problem! We offer 30-day returns and exchanges on items in new, resalable condition with original packaging. Returns are issued a full store credit, or a refund less a 10% processing & restocking fee. See our full policy.
FAQ
All your questions, answered.
Not sure what rug your horse needs right now? Our free Horse Rug Forecaster checks your local weather and tells you what rug weight your horse needs today, tonight and over the next 3 days. It works anywhere in New Zealand and adjusts for clipped horses and horses that feel the cold.
The thermoneutral zone is the temperature range where the body can maintain its core temperature with little to no extra energy expenditure. Humans need it much warmer, at around 25–30 °C, but for horses it’s much broader at 5–25 °C.
This difference means we should avoid rugging horses based on how cold we feel. Over-rugging can lead to serious health issues, including metabolic problems and thermoregulatory dysfunction.
Tips for Choosing a Winter Rug Weight
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Clipped horses may need a heavier gram fill to stay comfortable.
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Remember: horses warm themselves more easily than they cool down under a rug. If unsure, choose a lighter rug.
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Check your horse regularly to make sure they are neither too hot nor too cold.
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Consider your horse’s age and natural ability to stay warm.
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As a general guide, a healthy unclipped horse with shelter usually doesn't need a winter rug until it feels colder than about 5 °C, but always adjust for your horse’s individual needs.
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Always ensure rugs are waterproof. A wet rug is worse than no rug at all.
This is an indicative guide only. Always take into account factors such as wind chill, your horse’s age, weight, and condition. For advice based on your local forecast, try the Horse Rug Forecaster.
