{"product_id":"weaver-sts-knot-ll-split-rein-5-8x8","title":"Weaver Leather Stacy Westfall Knotted Latigo Lined Split Reins - 5\/8\" x 8'","description":"\u003ch2\u003eExperience the Perfect Release with Stran T. Smith Signature Reins\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen you're working a young horse or refining a finished performer, communication is everything. The Weaver STS Ranch Signature Knot Split Reins, designed by World Champion Stran T. Smith, are engineered to give you that instant, clear \"weighted release\" that horses understand. Crafted from premium burgundy latigo leather, these reins offer the perfect drape and feel right from the first ride, ensuring your cues are never lost in translation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe know there's nothing more frustrating than stiff, bouncy reins that confuse your horse. That’s why Weaver hand-rubs these with saddle butter, ensuring they arrive supple and ready for the ranch. Cut side-by-side from the same hide, these reins are perfectly matched in weight and thickness, providing a balanced feel in your hands that you just can't get with mass-produced gear. From the training pen to the open trail, these are built for the long haul.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy These Reins Belong in Your Tack Room\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstant Communication\u003c\/strong\u003e provided by the weighted pineapple knot ends, which ensure the reins drop and drape the second you give slack for a clear reward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Feel and Grip\u003c\/strong\u003e thanks to the 5\/8\" width, offering a substantial hold that fits comfortably in the hand without the bulk of wider reins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Durability\u003c\/strong\u003e from the hand-rubbed burgundy latigo leather, built to withstand the elements and the rigors of daily ranch work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatched Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e because each pair is cut side-by-side from the same hide, ensuring consistent weight and thickness for a perfectly balanced feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Training Length\u003c\/strong\u003e with an 8-foot span that allows plenty of slack for green horses to find their balance or for use as a lead rope in a pinch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Perfect Fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional trainers and ranch riders\u003c\/strong\u003e looking for \u003cstrong\u003epremium, weighted communication and a broken-in feel for training, reining, or ranch versatility.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eQ: What is the benefit of the pineapple knots on the bit ends?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe traditional pineapple knots on the Weaver STS Ranch Signature Reins add specific weight to the bit end. This creates a \"weighted release,\" where the reins immediately drop and drape the moment you give slack, providing instant, clear communication to your horse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eQ: Do these reins require a long break-in period?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot at all. These reins are crafted from burgundy latigo leather that has been hand-rubbed with saddle butter, making them feel soft, supple, and \"broken-in\" right out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eQ: Why is it important that they are cut side-by-side?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBy cutting the reins side-by-side from the same hide, Weaver ensures that both reins have the exact same weight, stretch, and thickness. This prevents one rein from feeling heavier or longer than the other, which is crucial for balanced training.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Number\/SKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50512-54\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Weaver Leather","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47704306352349,"sku":"50512-54","price":101.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/8748\/7965\/files\/weaver-leather-stacy-westfall-knotted-latigo-lined-split-reins-5-8-x-8-50512-54.webp?v=1774477347","url":"https:\/\/hoovesandpaws.com\/products\/weaver-sts-knot-ll-split-rein-5-8x8","provider":"Hooves and Paws","version":"1.0","type":"link"}