*** Now 4 Styles to Choose From ***
Be sure to scroll all the way through the page as there are now 4 styles to choose from. Original, Braided, Ring, and Easy.
Be sure to scroll all the way through the page as there are now 4 styles to choose from. Original, Braided, Ring, and Easy.
ORIGINAL SNAP ALTERNATIVES
Snap Alternative tied
You do not want to be without a few of these! Whether you're on the trail, in the trailer, in the barn, or in the arena these are the handiest things to have around.
- Made of the same high quality 1/4" rope as the rope halters.
- Standard length is approximately 10" (which, when done up as suggested is about 2 3/4" -- see picture above). Available in any length. Please email your specifications and we'll let you know how much they would be.
- Mix and match colours (example: blue reins with white/blue snap alternatives)
- They may look a little confusing but they are tied the same as a rope halter. But, not to worry...see the instructions and pictures for you to follow on how to tie them at the very bottom of this page. After the first few times you'll know just what to do! Play with them a little and you'll find several different ways they can be tied!
- Lighter than metal snaps.
*** These have been professionally strength tested! *** Tied the way we suggest, a machine slowly pulled from both ends and measured the breaking point in pounds. The rope did not actually break but at 2000 pounds the knot on the long end pulled through.
Origianally designed as a simple alternative to the metal snap we have since found too many uses to mention...many of which are yet to be discovered! Drop us a line to let us know how you use yours!
- bucket hangers
- replace a broken snap on reins or leads
- attach things to your saddle (lariet, water bottle, jacket, etc.)
- attach a lead to your halter or reins to a bit or sidepull without any hardware
- use to hang things in the stall or trailer (buckets, hay net, trailer ties, etc.)
Choose your Colour: See the "Colour & Rope Selection" link at left to see the wide range of colours available. Choose any of the 1/4" colours.
Sold individually.
Standard length is 10". Any length is available.
$7.00 each CDN
In Canada, there is nothing to add to the price except shipping to get the product to you.
See the "Shipping & Payment Info" link at left for more information.
- Made of the same high quality 1/4" rope as the rope halters.
- Standard length is approximately 10" (which, when done up as suggested is about 2 3/4" -- see picture above). Available in any length. Please email your specifications and we'll let you know how much they would be.
- Mix and match colours (example: blue reins with white/blue snap alternatives)
- They may look a little confusing but they are tied the same as a rope halter. But, not to worry...see the instructions and pictures for you to follow on how to tie them at the very bottom of this page. After the first few times you'll know just what to do! Play with them a little and you'll find several different ways they can be tied!
- Lighter than metal snaps.
*** These have been professionally strength tested! *** Tied the way we suggest, a machine slowly pulled from both ends and measured the breaking point in pounds. The rope did not actually break but at 2000 pounds the knot on the long end pulled through.
Origianally designed as a simple alternative to the metal snap we have since found too many uses to mention...many of which are yet to be discovered! Drop us a line to let us know how you use yours!
- bucket hangers
- replace a broken snap on reins or leads
- attach things to your saddle (lariet, water bottle, jacket, etc.)
- attach a lead to your halter or reins to a bit or sidepull without any hardware
- use to hang things in the stall or trailer (buckets, hay net, trailer ties, etc.)
Choose your Colour: See the "Colour & Rope Selection" link at left to see the wide range of colours available. Choose any of the 1/4" colours.
Sold individually.
Standard length is 10". Any length is available.
$7.00 each CDN
In Canada, there is nothing to add to the price except shipping to get the product to you.
See the "Shipping & Payment Info" link at left for more information.
Original Snap Alternative made of 1/4 inch rope, untied. Standard 10 inch length is $7.00 each CDN.
 Snap Alternatives connecting Reins and AB Side Pull  Snap Alternative connecting Lead and Halter 
Snap Alternative holding a bucket of water on a stall. This Snap Alternative has an optional Keeper that slides up to "lock" in the knotted end that is fed through the loop.
Here I've used two small Snap Alternatives to hold this fleece blanket together. Goes great in the trunk of the car! One longer Snap Alternative would work great too.
This is a close up of the Snap Alternative being used to hold tack together at right.
Here a small Snap Alternative is keeping the hangers of a bunch of show clothes together. Makes it much easier for travelling!
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 Snap Alternatives connecting Reins and snaffle bit  Use Snap Alternatives to attach things to your saddle. 
Snap Alternative holding bucket of water as shown at left.
Use a small Snap Alternatives to hold bridles, reins, halters, and leads in one nice, neat package. Just grab it and go!
Here a small Snap Alternative is keeping a bunch of hair elastics neat and tidy.
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BRAIDED SNAP ALTERNATIVES
Braided Snap Alternatives shown in Black
The Braided Snap Alternatives are made of the ParaCord that we use for the braided accents on our rope tack. So, this allows you to mix and match the braided accents with your Braided Snap Alternatives!
Metal snaps are heavy and can add weight to the bit or Side Pull when riding. Snap Alternatives are light weight and strong and can be used for all kinds of things! Let me know the uses you come up with for yours!
How they work:
Referring to the picture above, feed the knot end (shown at top, right) into the loop end (shown top, left). Slide the ring that is on the loop end up to lock it into place. (See how the ring on the Braided Snap Alternative at the bottom has moved to lock the loop end around the knot end.)
***IMPORTANT: ParaCord is known for it's strength but PLEASE NOTE that these have NOT been strength tested. To date, no problems have been reported when used on reins; they seem to work just fine under normal riding conditions. I haven't tried using them to join a lead and halter as of yet.
- 7 1/4" is the standard length. If you'd like a different length, let us know and we can give you a price.
- Choose any of the braiding colours shown at the bottom of the "Colour & Rope Selection" page. Feel free to choose one colour for the Snap Alternative and another colour for the locking ring. (See the white set in the picture below for an example.)
Sold individually
Standard 7 1/4" length
$9.00 each CDN
In Canada, there is nothing to add to the price except shipping to get the product to you.
See the "Shipping & Payment Info" link at left for more information.
Metal snaps are heavy and can add weight to the bit or Side Pull when riding. Snap Alternatives are light weight and strong and can be used for all kinds of things! Let me know the uses you come up with for yours!
How they work:
Referring to the picture above, feed the knot end (shown at top, right) into the loop end (shown top, left). Slide the ring that is on the loop end up to lock it into place. (See how the ring on the Braided Snap Alternative at the bottom has moved to lock the loop end around the knot end.)
***IMPORTANT: ParaCord is known for it's strength but PLEASE NOTE that these have NOT been strength tested. To date, no problems have been reported when used on reins; they seem to work just fine under normal riding conditions. I haven't tried using them to join a lead and halter as of yet.
- 7 1/4" is the standard length. If you'd like a different length, let us know and we can give you a price.
- Choose any of the braiding colours shown at the bottom of the "Colour & Rope Selection" page. Feel free to choose one colour for the Snap Alternative and another colour for the locking ring. (See the white set in the picture below for an example.)
Sold individually
Standard 7 1/4" length
$9.00 each CDN
In Canada, there is nothing to add to the price except shipping to get the product to you.
See the "Shipping & Payment Info" link at left for more information.
Braided Snap Alternatives in Woodland.
Braided Snap Alternative used to connect Reins to AB Side Pull. Standard length of 7 1/4 inches shown in Woodland paracord.
Braided Snap Alternative in white with orange rings
Braided Snap Alternatives in Burgundy.
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Braided Snap Alternatives in Sneaky Pink paracord.
Here are the Braided Snap Alternatives above attaching matching Reins to AB Side Pull. Black 1/4 inch Snap Alternatives were also made for this set (shown bottom right side of picture). What a great looking set!! Love it!
Braided Snap Alternatives in Turquoise with Chocolate Brown rings go great with the matching Split Reins.
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RING SNAP ALTERNATIVES
Ring Snap Alternatives in black with Urban rings.
The Ring Snap Alternative is similar to the Original but with the added ease of a sliding ring or button that locks the knot in place making changing reins or removing a lead quicker and easier. No knot tying required!
In the picture above you can see the top Ring Snap Alternative is open with the ring down close to the knot at the bottom of the loop. The bottom Ring Snap Alternative is closed - the knotted end has been fed through the loop - and the ring is up to lock the knot in place.
Use the Ring Snap Alternatives as replacements for metal snaps on your reins. Or use one to attach a lead to a halter. Also handy to have on your saddle, in your tack box, or around the house!
- Approximately 6 1/2 to 7 inches long.
- The main part - the base - is made of the same 1/4" rope that the Halters and Side Pulls are made of so you know it will be strong and durable.
- The ring is made of ParaCord that we use for all the braided accents you see decorating our rope tack. There is a large range of colours to choose from so feel free to mix and match to suit your tastes!
- Available in your choice of colours. See the "Colour & Rope Selection" page. Choose any of the 1/4" colours for the base and any of the Braiding colours for the ring.
***IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be aware that these have NOT been strength tested. Our only concern is that the knot on the end may slip if under extreme conditions. As with any tack we would suggest that the knots be checked periodically to ensure they have not slipped.***
Sold individually.
$7.00 each CDN
In Canada, there is nothing to add to the price except shipping to get the product to you.
See the "Shipping & Payment Info" link at left for more information.
In the picture above you can see the top Ring Snap Alternative is open with the ring down close to the knot at the bottom of the loop. The bottom Ring Snap Alternative is closed - the knotted end has been fed through the loop - and the ring is up to lock the knot in place.
Use the Ring Snap Alternatives as replacements for metal snaps on your reins. Or use one to attach a lead to a halter. Also handy to have on your saddle, in your tack box, or around the house!
- Approximately 6 1/2 to 7 inches long.
- The main part - the base - is made of the same 1/4" rope that the Halters and Side Pulls are made of so you know it will be strong and durable.
- The ring is made of ParaCord that we use for all the braided accents you see decorating our rope tack. There is a large range of colours to choose from so feel free to mix and match to suit your tastes!
- Available in your choice of colours. See the "Colour & Rope Selection" page. Choose any of the 1/4" colours for the base and any of the Braiding colours for the ring.
***IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be aware that these have NOT been strength tested. Our only concern is that the knot on the end may slip if under extreme conditions. As with any tack we would suggest that the knots be checked periodically to ensure they have not slipped.***
Sold individually.
$7.00 each CDN
In Canada, there is nothing to add to the price except shipping to get the product to you.
See the "Shipping & Payment Info" link at left for more information.
Ring Snap Alternative in brown with Brown Camo ring.
EASY SNAP ALTERNATIVES
Easy Snap Alternatives: Top showing the Easy Snap Alternative undone with the braided ring slid down, ready to be attached to a bit or Side Pull. Bottom showing the Easy Snap Alternative closed and the braided ring locked into place.
The Easy Snap Alternative is another option for replacing metal snaps on reins. They are made of the same 1/4" rope that we use for our halters so you know they will be strong and durable! The braided ring is made from the ParaCord that we use for all our braided accents. This allows you to mix and match colours!
Here's how they work:
- Referring to the picture above, the reins attach to the solid loops at the right of the picture.
- The ends shown at left open so that you can attach it to a bit, halter, or Side Pull.
- Notice the braided ring (shown in Reflective braid). On the Easy Snap Alternative at the top of the picture the ring has been slid down towards the knot allowing the two ends to separate. Feed the knot end into the loop end and lock it into place by moving the ring up.
Below is an example of the Easy Snap Alternatives used to attach Reins to a Side Pull. Notice the Reins attached to the solid loop end of the Easy Snap Alternative (shown at the bottom of the picture.) Also notice how the braided ring has been moved up to lock the Easy Snap Alternative onto the ring of the Side Pull.
Here's how they work:
- Referring to the picture above, the reins attach to the solid loops at the right of the picture.
- The ends shown at left open so that you can attach it to a bit, halter, or Side Pull.
- Notice the braided ring (shown in Reflective braid). On the Easy Snap Alternative at the top of the picture the ring has been slid down towards the knot allowing the two ends to separate. Feed the knot end into the loop end and lock it into place by moving the ring up.
Below is an example of the Easy Snap Alternatives used to attach Reins to a Side Pull. Notice the Reins attached to the solid loop end of the Easy Snap Alternative (shown at the bottom of the picture.) Also notice how the braided ring has been moved up to lock the Easy Snap Alternative onto the ring of the Side Pull.
***IMPORTANT: PLEASE NOTE that these have NOT been strength tested. To date, no problems have been reported when used on reins; they seem to work just fine under normal riding conditions. I haven't tried using them to join a lead and halter as of yet. The only thing I would advise it to check the knot end to make sure that the knot hasn't slipped. (Maybe even sew the knot end with a few stitches of strong thread to ensure it wouldn't slip.) Otherwise, I don't see why this couldn't work well to join lead and halter.
- Colours: Feel free to mix and match the colours of the rope and the ring. Choose any of the 1/4" colours found on the "Colour & Rope Selection" page for the Easy Snap Alternative. Then choose any of the braiding colours shown at the bottom of the "Colour & Rope Selection" page for the braided ring.
Please email with any questions.
Sold individually
$10.00 each CDN
In Canada, there is nothing to add to the price except shipping to get the product to you.
See the "Shipping & Payment Info" link at left for more information.
- Colours: Feel free to mix and match the colours of the rope and the ring. Choose any of the 1/4" colours found on the "Colour & Rope Selection" page for the Easy Snap Alternative. Then choose any of the braiding colours shown at the bottom of the "Colour & Rope Selection" page for the braided ring.
Please email with any questions.
Sold individually
$10.00 each CDN
In Canada, there is nothing to add to the price except shipping to get the product to you.
See the "Shipping & Payment Info" link at left for more information.
Easy Snap Alternatives in white with turquoise rings
HOW TO TIE THE ORIGINAL SNAP ALTERNATIVE
The Snap Alternative can be tied in many ways. This is one way that I find easy and seems to work very well. I also tie them like you would tie a rope halter and that works very well too. Play around with it and find whichever way works best for you. You may find you need to tie it different ways depending on what it's being used for at the time. Have fun with them!
STEP 1: The Snap Alternative. The "Knot end" is on the left, the "Loop end" is on the right.
STEP 3: Take the knot of the Knot end, go OVER the loop and feed the knot through the bend you made in Step 2.
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STEP 2: Bend the Knot end and feed the bend through the Loop end as shown.
STEP 4: Tighten and you're done!
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