T3 Weaver Alpaca Mecate – 22AM

6 Stand – 100%Alpaca Mecate

Size: 5/8″ x 22′

Firmness: Flexible

Colour: Mix of Neutral Colours

Temper: 

All reins are tightly twisted and not spongy. The temper refers to the core inside the rein and how much movement the rein has. All reins will soften over time and use, ending up at the “most flexible” option.  There are 4 temper options;

Most flexible: temper with the most movement. It is most pliable

Flexible: Is the standard temper. Nice drape and ties easily. Medium range of movement and pliability

Firm: Little movement but still has great drape. Firm is considered stiff

Extra Firm: Very little movement but still has great drape. A rein with this temper when bent it will hold its shape. Extra firm is considered very stiff.

Length: 

Mecates and Get Downs – measured without the popper.

4 or 6 Strand:

The diameter is the same in either the 4 or 6 strand. Example – If purchasing a 5/8” mecate the diameter will be 5/8” in either the 4 or 6 strand mecate. The difference between the 4 & 6 strand option is the size of the strands. The strands are bigger int he 4 strand rein giving it more texture in your hand. The strands are smaller in the 6 strand rein and make it smoother. 

If you live in a humid climate, T3 Weavers recommend. Going with the “most flexible” temper. Moisture effects all natural fibre reins and causes the rein to constrict and stiffen. If reins get wet they will stiffen bt come back as soon as they dry. To dry, hang in large coils in a warm place. 

Cleaning: Spot clean with a wet cloth. If deeper cleaning is needed, fill the sink with medium temp water, submerge rein making sure that it is fully submerged. Reins get stiff when they are wet but will soften when dry.