Customer Reviews for Plymouth Elite Hunter Bridle by SmartPak
Review 1 for Plymouth Elite Hunter Bridle by SmartPak
Overall Rating:
5of5
Great Bridle
April 24, 2013
ByHigherGround
fromFL
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Quality:
5of5
Value:
5of5
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"The bridle is great for the price. The fancy stitching on the reins and monocrown are a nice addition. Leather is very supple as well. I bought this for a "stock type" horse and found that the noseband and browband were wide enough but the bridle is almost too long for the head. All in all looks very nice on the horse."
Review 2 for Plymouth Elite Hunter Bridle by SmartPak
Overall Rating:
4of5
Good value
March 29, 2013
ByBeezy
fromOklahoma
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
4of5
Value:
5of5
Durability:
4of5
Fit
Runs small
Runs large
Runs small
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"Bought cob size for Connemara pony. Bridle is pretty but leather requires significant conditioning to soften. That said, it's a good value for the price. Noseband runs small. She is 14.1 with a pretty head, but noseband was too small to buckle. Just took it to saddler and had it extended. Easy fix and really doesn't show. Dark leather looks really nice with her gray color."
Review 3 for Plymouth Elite Hunter Bridle by SmartPak
Overall Rating:
5of5
Nice bridle for the money
March 11, 2013
Bynicehorsevet
fromCharlotte, MI
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Rated
0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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"The bridle was very soft when I received it. The color is a lot darker than I expected, but it's o.k. For this price, I am very impressed with this bridle. I purchased it for my Belgian/QH cross, and it fits him well. I purchased an O/S."
Review 4 for Plymouth Elite Hunter Bridle by SmartPak
Overall Rating:
5of5
Great Buy
March 6, 2013
Byhorseluvr4
fromNY
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5of5
Value:
5of5
Durability:
5of5
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"For the price this bridle is amazing! It's ready to go right out of the box and fits my horse perfectly. It has a really nice look to it also. I love it!"
Review 5 for Plymouth Elite Hunter Bridle by SmartPak
Overall Rating:
5of5
Great Bridle for great price!
February 16, 2013
Bysmoothsailing91
fromMurfreesboro, tn
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
4of5
Value:
5of5
Durability:
5of5
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"I bought this bridle to give it a shot, but wasnt getting my hopes up about it because it was so inexpensive price wise. It got here and I have fallen in love with it!! It is so nice and soft right out of the box! Great quality for the price and i am looking in to buying another one for my other horse!!"
Review 6 for Plymouth Elite Hunter Bridle by SmartPak
Overall Rating:
5of5
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January 18, 2013
Bytterb
Expertise:Beginner
Quality:
5of5
Value:
5of5
Durability:
5of5
0 of 4 people found this review helpful.
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"Minimum requirement reviews are a pain -- all is well; that is all.
FYI: Your required "expertise" question lacks sufficient responses. I do NOT ride. I write large checks for a large animal that seems to have two hoofs in the grave at all times... your stuff is great, or so I hear, but I never touch the stuff."
Review 7 for Plymouth Elite Hunter Bridle by SmartPak
Overall Rating:
4of5
Overall, I'm very happy with this bridle!
December 28, 2012
ByKatieSue
fromLexington, KY
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
4of5
Value:
5of5
Durability:
3of5
Fit
Runs small
Runs large
Runs small
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"I purchased this bridle because I needed a cob size for my new horse. I LOVE the padding this bridle offers, something I would expect from a $200+ bridle. The stiching is nicely done, and the leather is great quality for the price, it is sofening up very nice with regular care. I did find the fit to be a little off, the nose band was really small, but I am all the way at the top for the bit pieces, so I could not get a bigger size. But overall I am very happy I purchased it and recommend this bridle to anyone!"
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Review 8 for Plymouth Elite Hunter Bridle by SmartPak
Overall Rating:
5of5
Beautiful bridle reasonable price
December 25, 2012
ByHDWG
fromWest Granby, CT
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5of5
Value:
5of5
Durability:
5of5
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"We got this as a show bridle for my daughter's hunter and love the classic looks of it. We've only had it a month so we'll see whether it's durable, but it's beautiful, fits well and seems comfortable. Nice leather and great crown piece."
Review 9 for Plymouth Elite Hunter Bridle by SmartPak
Overall Rating:
4of5
Love the color and stitching
December 20, 2012
Byllk18
fromBellingham, WA
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
4of5
Value:
5of5
Durability:
4of5
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"Great bridle! I love the look of it. Perfect for the hunter ring. Lovely stitching and the color is beautiful! Good price too. Reins are a little stiff but overall I would say BUY IT! :)"
Review 10 for Plymouth Elite Hunter Bridle by SmartPak
Overall Rating:
5of5
Great bridle
September 6, 2012
ByElizaAnne
fromPeotone, Il
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5of5
Value:
5of5
Durability:
5of5
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"I bought this bridle as a work bridle, but I will also use it as a back up show bridle it is that pretty. I was really surprised on how really really nice this bridle is. It was soft right out of the box, when I showed my trainer she ask how much I oiled it and I had to tell her that I didn't have a chance to oil it yet! It really soften just like my edgewood after oiling."
Review 11 for Plymouth Elite Hunter Bridle by SmartPak
Overall Rating:
5of5
Awesome Bridle
August 21, 2012
By142HHPinto
fromKaty, TX
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5of5
Value:
5of5
Durability:
5of5
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"I bought this to use for schooling shows and WOW! I was impressed when I pulled it out of the box! I did roll the leather, but it wasn't that stiff that I needed to do it over and over again. The monocrown padding is just soft and I believe our mare really likes it. Reins are proportionate to size of bridle (Cob has shorter reins then any other cob size bridle I have bought in the past that included the reins.) Recieve lots of compliments on it too. Great value, beautiful too. Our mare looks "smart" with it on!!"
Review 12 for Plymouth Elite Hunter Bridle by SmartPak
Overall Rating:
5of5
Wonderful purchase
August 7, 2012
ByElizaAnne
fromPeotone, Il
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5of5
Value:
5of5
Durability:
5of5
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"Read the reviews before my purchase, was so very happy with this bridle. I bought this bridle for a work bridle but I certainly can use it for a show bridle! Leather was soft out of the box, i did oil it for protection of the leather but it was already soft. I love the one piece, and the padding is great. The only thing I would change is lenght of rein. I need the longer rein but still ordered this as I have several longer reins, but still it would have been nice to have the rein match the bridle. My show bridle is an edgewood, this bridle is right up there."
Review 13 for Plymouth Elite Hunter Bridle by SmartPak
Overall Rating:
5of5
Exactly what I wanted
August 1, 2012
ByLenachai
fromOrlando, Fl
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5of5
Value:
5of5
Durability:
5of5
Fit
Runs small
Runs large
Just right
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"I have had CHEAP bridles in the past so went I bought this one, I was a little concerned that it wouldn't be what I was looking for. My trainer showed it to me and i was worried that the price would mean it wasn't good quality. Boy, am I happy I listened to her. This bridle is so nice and it looks great on my horse, Chai. LOVE IT!!!!"
Review 14 for Plymouth Elite Hunter Bridle by SmartPak
Overall Rating:
4of5
Nice looking bridle
July 30, 2012
ByScotTHRider
fromLenoir, NC
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - English
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
4of5
Value:
5of5
Durability:
3of5
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"I've only just oiled and fitted this bridle but I'm impressed with the quality of the workmanship. I love the padded, integrated headpiece and noseband and the leather seems to be softening up nicely with dressing and a few rolls. It will hopefully stand up to the punishment of warm, moist conditions, the consequences of a sweaty horse, and a horse owner with minimal time for cleaning tack!"
Review 15 for Plymouth Elite Hunter Bridle by SmartPak
Overall Rating:
5of5
A great value! I'm delighted!
July 26, 2012
ByBlair
fromMichigan
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:All Around
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5of5
Value:
5of5
Durability:
5of5
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"I needed a new show bridle on a budget and I wanted to try a moncrown on my sensitive gelding.
You are not going to find a much better bridle for the price! The leather exceeded my expectations- my local tack store stocks bridles that are not as nice for almost twice the money. Reins are a little stiff right out of the package, but not in that "cheap plastic leather" sort of way (and nothing that will murder your hands by a long shot. They're just gonna take a couple rides to supple up is all). With a little use, I ahve no doubt they will lose the little bit of bend they ended up with in the storage/shipping. The crown is both softly padded and contoured. If I had the extra money floating around right now, i would buy a second one to have it to school in."
Review 16 for Plymouth Elite Hunter Bridle by SmartPak
Overall Rating:
5of5
Was a little worried...
July 4, 2012
ByGaHorsegal
fromEllijay, GA
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
4of5
Value:
5of5
Durability:
5of5
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"Not gonna lie...when I pulled this bridle out of the packaging I was a little worried. It was stiff and had that "feeliing" of cheap leather and I wasnt sure how much I liked it. But, after a little rolling and one conditioning it feels like a much more expensive bridle. The leather softened up beautifully with very little work on my part. Very nice, nice enough to show in!"
Review 17 for Plymouth Elite Hunter Bridle by SmartPak
Overall Rating:
4of5
Stiff But Nice!
June 12, 2012
ByLadyBlevins2008
fromNear St. Louis, Mo
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
4of5
Value:
5of5
Fit
Excellent
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"I bought this bridle to be a semi temporary show bridle for this season. My plan is to retire the very old and worn schooling bridle at the end of this show season with this one, and then get a much higher quality bridle for next season. Love this bridle!!! It looks very good on my 16.2 TB, and have received many compliments on it! I will admit, it is fairly stiff coming out of the package, and after oiling and rolling it was still stiff, but after a second time of oiling and some sun soaking, it has softened up! Love Smartpak and love this product!!! Who knows, maybe I'll buy another one for shows next year! ; )"
Review 18 for Plymouth Elite Hunter Bridle by SmartPak
Overall Rating:
2of5
Not a keeper
May 16, 2012
Byanyc1000
fromNew York, NY
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Quality:
2of5
Fit
Excellent
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"Five Stars to Smartpak, for accepting my return on this Two Star bridle! What can I say? I tried to love it, but I just couldn't. Smartpak, however, was terrific!
I thought this $99 bridle was an example of getting what you pay for. Made in India, the bridle's leather was incredibly stiff and didn't improve much with oiling/rolling. Additionally, when oiling, the purplish dye from the leather discolored the white stitching. As for fit, something was off: My horse is easy to fit (full size), yet the buckles on the cavesson and cheek pieces didn't come close to lining up, and the hook on the cheek piece sat almost on the noseband. Last, although I didn't measure them, the very stiff reins seemed a bit on the short side.
The bridle wasn't a "keeper," not even as the spare I intended it to be. However, Smartpak remains my favorite source for internet purchases of tack, supplements, and riding clothing."
Review 19 for Plymouth Elite Hunter Bridle by SmartPak
Overall Rating:
5of5
Love this bridle!!
April 29, 2012
Byhuntereventer
fromMD
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5of5
Value:
5of5
Durability:
5of5
Fit
Excellent
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"Worth the $100. Good fit, padding and stitching are nice. It was a little bit Stiff out of the packaging but with oil it was soft in minutes. I bought this bridle for my new lease horse to show in and this bridle is just as good looking as the $200 bridles. I love this bridle I will buy this bridle again next time I need a new show bridle or schooling one."
Review 20 for Plymouth Elite Hunter Bridle by SmartPak
Overall Rating:
5of5
Beautiful bridle!
March 19, 2012
ByJChantal
fromBallston Lake, NY
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5of5
Value:
5of5
Durability:
5of5
Fit
Excellent
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"The Elite Plymouth Hunter Bridle is a beautiful piece! The quality, color and stitching of the leather bridle is great! All this and a great value from Smart Pak."