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Customer Reviews for Blocker Tie Ring
Blocker Tie Ring
The Blocker Knotless Tie Ring prevents injury to you or your horse. When a solid-tied horse spooks or falls, it can panic - then something breaks or the horse injures itself (or both). Quick-release knots and panic snaps put you in danger as you try to reach them. The Blocker Tie Ring works WITH the horse. When the horse pulls hard on the lead, some of the rope slips through the tie ring - releasing pressure AND the source of panic. If the horse falls in a trailer, it can pull enough slack to get itself back up. The Blocker Tie Ring is truly a quicker, simpler, safer way to tie any horse. And it is adjustable: you can regulate the degree or amount of hold by the size and type of lead rope used. No more injuries to the horse's neck or vertebrae from pulling back against the lead. No more injuries, or even death, when the halter snap, lead rope, or bungee cord breaks, sending the horse against a post or flipping over onto a concrete floor. The Blocker Tie Ring is invaluable in trailers, answering the age-old question to tie or not to tie. If a solid-tied horse falls down in a trailer, it can't get up. With a Blocker Tie Ring, the horse can solve its own problem without you risking your life trying to free it. Chrome plated.
Average Customer Rating:
(54 Reviews) 49
Rating breakdown 54 reviews
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51 of 53(96%)of customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Blocker Tie Ring
Review 1 for Blocker Tie Ring
Overall Rating:
safe and easy to use
June 17, 2013
ByAP2013
fromvirginia
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
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I have a 7 yr. old Thoroughbred (rescue) mare who is now standing much quieter because of this product. I have been using it with her for about 3 weeks now. I like it because when she pulls back she gets resistance, but not so much resistance that it really panics her to where she tries to break a rope or halter. I also use a long 22' rope with it so that I can catch the end of it before she pulls it all the way through the tie ring and is able to run off. SHe still occasionally will get startled and will pull back, but since she can take a few steps back now rather than hit the end of a rope, she is staying calmer. I think the knowledge that she "can" move back if she needs to, is helping her figure this out. The snap clip allows me to take the tie ring and use it in my horse trailer as well, which is convenient. My only "wish" to make it even better would be a brochure or something that shows the different ways to thread the rope through the ring to get the various levels of resistance- would be handy to have that in the barn/tack room. I went online and found a video that showed "how to" from Clinton Anderson. I would definitely recommend this product to anyone who has a horse that pulls back when tied, or has learned to break those "breakaway" halters so that they can run off.
Review 2 for Blocker Tie Ring
Overall Rating:
Not what I had hoped
June 13, 2013
Bysfl89
fromGreenville, SC
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Eventing
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We have a horse that occasionally pulls back, so I thought I'd give this a try. I found that it really didn't hold the rope very well at all; with the horse tied to the trailer, all he had to do was pull firmly but gently and he'd gotten enough play so he could graze. I don't think he even really realized he was tied. I think it could be somewhat useful for holding a horse that really doesn't tie well, say long enough so you can walk a short distance to grab some tack or something, but I wouldn't be further than a few steps away from a horse attached to one of these.
Review 3 for Blocker Tie Ring
Overall Rating:
A safe way to tie
May 13, 2013
ByYpke
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:All Around
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I have several blocker tie rings. I use them inside my horse trailer, in my barn, and at the hitching post. It's the only way I tie my horse anymore
Review 4 for Blocker Tie Ring
Overall Rating:
"Fix" Pulling Back
May 5, 2013
ByBarkingDogRanch
fromCentral Coast, California
I have used this product for:1-2 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:All Around
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
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This ring is THE tool for helping horses that pull back when tied. To have the best success, watch the Clinton Anderson video. He tells about seeing this item and it's inventor at a horse trade show, testing it himself at clinics and the best way to have horses train themselves to stand tied. Unlike the old school "hard tie to something they can't break until they give up the fight" method for horses that habitually pull back, the tie ring re-trains the horse to not panic when they put pressure on the line as they can "move their feet". I used this tool w/ great success to help a 15 year old 17h horse that pulled back EVERYWHERE he was tied. By the third day, he stood quietly no matter what the stimulus or fright. The horse's owners and professional trainer were blown away w/ my backyard results. Most importantly, a really sweet horse wasn't scared of being tied anymore: perfect.
Review 5 for Blocker Tie Ring
Overall Rating:
great investment
April 8, 2013
Byjava2012
fromsouthern california
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - Western
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
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I have a 4 year old thoroughbred that has broken every halter, lead rope ect, this teaches him doesnt have restrictions, he gives it a pull and he is fine he doesnt freak out!!!! only thing i regret is that i didnt buy it sooner!
Review 6 for Blocker Tie Ring
Overall Rating:
great solution for my horse!
March 18, 2013
Bybarblinc
fromME
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - English
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
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My older OTTB has an aversion to cross-ties but stands quietly on the blocker tie ring. A huge positive difference. Highly recommend this product!
Review 7 for Blocker Tie Ring
Overall Rating:
Great Tool, Great Price
December 12, 2012
ByOTTBlover06
fromIowa
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
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I use the DUH method on my trainer horses and this is what Clinton Anderson's suggests using for a horse who pulls back or gets impatient. I was a spectulative at first, but once I tried it, I loved it. I now have 2 andam planning on buying more if that gives you an idea on the quality.
Review 8 for Blocker Tie Ring
Overall Rating:
Good Product
November 11, 2012
ByDomermonk73
fromGarrison, NY
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
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Review 9 for Blocker Tie Ring
Overall Rating:
A really great idea
September 25, 2012
Byprairierose
fromupper midwest
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - Western
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5
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Value:
4
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I have used these before at a barn, and thought they were a great safe idea. When we got our own place, that was on the list of must haves. They really work. I use mine as a single tie for my horse in the barn aisle. I think they would also be great as part of a cross tie too. The only draw back is in the price, especially if you would want two. I highly recommend them.
Review 10 for Blocker Tie Ring
Overall Rating:
Blocker tie ring
September 20, 2012
ByQuintessa
fromUpper Peninsula, MI
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - Western
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
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Great product - use in stall when saddling. Quick and safe to use.
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Review 11 for Blocker Tie Ring
Overall Rating:
Works
August 29, 2012
ByBlackJack
fromJupiter , Florida
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Barrel Racing
Competitor:Local/Open
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I have only used 1 time. It really does what it says. A friend as had one for years and loves it.
Review 12 for Blocker Tie Ring
Overall Rating:
Blocker Tie Ring Saves the Day
July 13, 2012
ByCedarCreek
fromBradford, RI
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Trainer
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
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I purchased the Blocker Tie Ring for my horse trailer. Thankfully I had my horse tied to it when he unexpectedly decided to pull back. Not feeling any tension, he immediately stopped and he did not break away while on our trail ride.
Thank you Blocker Tie Ring!
Thank you Blocker Tie Ring!
Review 13 for Blocker Tie Ring
Overall Rating:
Clever!
July 12, 2012
BySurayo
fromWA
I have used this product for:1-2 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5
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Value:
3
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I love these! Not only do they make tying your horse up quick and easy, but they are great for those horses that like to pull back. It releases a little at a time, allowing the horse to not feel trapped and giving you enough time to grab the lead rope before they're free.
My only complaint is the cost - they're a lot more money than I expected - but it really is worth it!
Review 14 for Blocker Tie Ring
Overall Rating:
As advertised
July 11, 2012
ByTerri
fromHereford, AZ
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
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I have only used this for a week, but it is a well made product, great instructions included, and works as advertised/described.
Review 15 for Blocker Tie Ring
Overall Rating:
Best investment
June 26, 2012
ByPaintedSporthorse
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5
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Value:
4
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I already had one of these and bought another so that I could cross tie. My "tie broke horse" had a mishap and tore herself up pretty bad (tied with a slip knot) I couldnt get to the knot fast enough and since then I've used the tie ring. She's tried to pull back once with the tie ring and as soon as the rope gave she quit and stood like nothing happened. I never have to worry about tying her again!
Review 16 for Blocker Tie Ring
Overall Rating:
I feel a lot safer using the Blocker Tie Ring
June 17, 2012
ByHorsenanny08
fromClovis, NM
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Reining
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
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Recently at a show my horses were hard tied to the trailer. For some reason while saddling one spooked and caused both to set back on their leads. I got knocked down by my mare and broke my wrist. She slipped and fell and rolled onto my daughter, causing a slight concussion and hyper-extended her back.
I strongly feel we both could of been hurt a lot worse, even killed because the horses had no where to go but back up to the trailer. My mare set back at least twice with me under her.
I WILL NEVER HARD TIE MINE AGAIN!!! With this tie ring they can get away from you.
STRONGLY RECOMMEND.
Review 17 for Blocker Tie Ring
Overall Rating:
Safe & easy to use
May 3, 2012
Byverona1016
fromPortland, OR
I have used this product for:2-5 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
4
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Value:
4
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My barn uses these in the cross ties, but I wanted to get one of my own because there isn't one in the farrier area, and I thought it would be nice to have one when traveling to shows. Sadly, the first time I used it, I accidentally left it on a hook by my horse's stall and it walked away... I found a local store that carries it for five dollars less, so I guess I'll pick it up there next time. I do wish SmartPak carried the stainless steel version (local store doesn't either). As with most chrome-plated items, I expect it will start flaking off eventually.
Review 18 for Blocker Tie Ring
Overall Rating:
Love this!
March 23, 2012
ByChellefish
fromStillwater, OK
Expertise:Intermediate
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
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My OTTB has problems being tied. The blocker tie ring has helped with that a lot! Im able to tie him without any problems or worries now!
Review 19 for Blocker Tie Ring
Overall Rating:
Works as advertised
March 19, 2012
ByJetthorse
Expertise:Expert
Quality:
5
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Value:
4
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I have tried many different types of ties for horses. I could never get to the quick release ones in time to help the horse. Then I tried an automatic relase one which did prevent the horse from getting hurt but didn't really teach him anything because he got away. With the blocker tie ring the horse pulls back and as soon as he feels the slack he stops and there is usually enough rope left that he doesn't get completely away. When the pressure stops he stops. Of course the ideal is to teach him to give to the pressure but this works great in the meantime and he doesn't have a bad experience. It wouldn't be good to leave your horse on one if you weren't right there in case he did get away although there are alternative ways to tie them to give you a little more security. Overall, I am very pleased with the function and quality of this product.
Review 20 for Blocker Tie Ring
Overall Rating:
Easiest Way to Tie Horses
March 6, 2012
BySBGal
fromSanta Barbara, CA
I have used this product for:1-2 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - English
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5
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Value:
3
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I always worried about solid-tying my horse, and often used a loop of bailing twine at the tie post as a breakaway. But not any more! The Blocker Tie Ring is quick, easy to use and, most importantly, safe. It's a bit pricey, but the quality is excellent. Hope the chrome-plated finish holds up here near the ocean.