Lunge Line: Soft, easy-grip lines for safe work on the circle

Lunge Line: a safe connection on the circle

A lunge line links you to your horse while lunging and carries subtle signals from your hand. The best lines sit softly in the hand, do not burn and are easy to gather up. In our range you will find classic lunging lines with clip and swivel, soft lunge lines and double lunge lines for more advanced work, plus matching replacement clips for when the old one wears out.

Material, leather stops and swivels

Most lunge lines are made from webbing or braided material. Soft webbing feels comfortable in the hand without slipping through too easily. Leather stops help you judge the length and gather the line neatly in loops. A swivel on the clip stops the line twisting when you change rein. Choose a length that lets your horse work on a large circle, because tight circles put extra strain on joints and tendons.

Lunging safely every day

Always wear gloves when lunging so the line cannot burn through your hand if your horse suddenly shoots off. Never wrap the line around your hand or arm. Instead, gather it in flat loops. Sturdy boots, and a hat with young or lively horses, make the work safer. Check clips and stitching regularly and replace a worn clip sooner rather than later.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to attach the lunge line?
Ideally to the centre ring of a lunging cavesson or a well fitting lunging headcollar. If you lunge in a bridle, a lunging coupler spreads the pressure more evenly across both bit rings. An ordinary stable headcollar slips easily and can press into the eye.

How long should I lunge my horse for?
As a rule of thumb, 20 to 30 minutes with regular changes of rein is plenty, and much less for young horses or after a break. Because the circle loads the joints on one side, lunging is a useful addition to varied exercise but no substitute for it.

Can I wash my lunge line in the washing machine?
Webbing lunge lines usually cope with a low temperature wash, ideally in a laundry bag so the clip does not damage the drum. Let leather stops dry slowly in the air afterwards and give them a little leather care.