November 2003

Wipe Your Tack With Lexol

Leather wipes can make a difference in hurried times, but you’ll pay dearly for the convenience.

Wipes can be just the thing for a quick polish to ensure your tack sparkles when you enter the ring.

Leather wipes aren’t a substitute for the labors of leather care, but they are a handy luxury when you’re on the road or short on time. They also might be helpful if you run a riding school or a camp and depend on kids to care for your tack, so you don’t have to worry about too much water in the mix.

We think these products are worthwhile if they induce you to clean your tack every time you ride instead of just when you find time. Ideally, your tack should be clean and conditioned well enough that a wipe-down with a damp cloth leaves it ready to use the…