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Outback Trading Co Hat Spacer

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Rug Fill / Weight Guide

The thermoneutral zone is the temperature range where the body can maintain its core temperature with little to no extra energy expenditure. For humans, this range is quite narrow at 21–28 °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

  • Clipped horses may need a heavier gram fill to stay comfortable.

  • Remember: horses warm themselves more easily than they cool down under a rug. If unsure, choose a lighter rug.

  • Check your horse regularly to make sure they are neither too hot nor too cold.

  • Consider your horse’s age and natural ability to stay warm.

  • As a general guide, rugging is usually appropriate when temperatures drop below 5–10 °C, but always adjust for your horse’s individual needs.

  • 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.

3M Hat Size Reducers - a great add-on to your hat purchase

Adhesive re-sizing pads for easy downsizing of your hat.                                              Double-sided tape on one side for easy attachment to the underside of the internal hat band.  Simply remove the paper and slip under the hatband.                                                            3 x 4mm thickness Foam small pads (11 x 2cm)

More information!

Resizing bands are small foam bands that you can put on the inside of your hat to reduce the size of your hat.  It is usually placed at the front or back of the hat or you might need more than one.  Once it is in the required place, just peel the back off and stick down under the band.  Push down and compress the spacer down a bit then you're ready to wear your new hat.  

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.

Click & Collect:

  • Free 24/7 pickup via our after-hours collection box.
  • Instructions will be emailed when your order is ready.
Returns & Exchanges

No problem! We offer 30-day returns and exchanges on all items in new, resalable condition with the original packaging. See our full policy.

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Outback Trading Co Hat Spacer
Outback Trading Co Hat Spacer