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We have had a few new additions to our saddlepad range this past month. A suitable Exercise Pad with vinyl wear strips, which comes in 2 colours only either Black with Red, or Red with Black: All Purpose Saddlepad A … Continue reading →

The Winning Tongue Plate bit (WTP) has been re-released with some key changes. After fielding assorted feedback from their first versions of Ring Bit, Snaffle Bit & D-Sel bits, the WTP bits are back and the manufacturers are confident you … Continue reading →

The hottest selling bit we’ve seen, the 5” Triabit, is now stocked in two more sizes. The 4.5” Triabit, and the 5.5” Triabit give trainers more options with what size bit best suits your horse. When ordering online, specify your … Continue reading →

At time of writing, no company has an approved ARB HS 2012 standard helmet. However one company, Coonan & Denlay (C&D), are hopeful their “Eclipse” helmet range will be the first brand approved by the ARB, possibly in the next … Continue reading →

Don’t you just love Springtime! Footy finals, quality horse racing and balmy evenings to unwind enjoying your favourite drink… So getting in the spirit of the footy finals, we have a special offer for any Swans, Hawks, Bulldogs or Storm … Continue reading →

Thank you to all the people who have enquired lately about Ray. He hasn’t been active over the last 3 weeks after surgery, and his absence has been noticed by quite a few of our regular customers. He has been … Continue reading →

We still have not been informed by the ARB about when they will introduce their new standard for helmets in Australia, the ARB HS 2012. So as a result, we have decided to get on the front foot and put … Continue reading →

We are now fully stocked again with the ever popular Japanese race gloves. The synthetic suede grip has always been a favourite of jockeys and some track riders alike. Supply of this glove had been an issue following the tragic … Continue reading →

If you are a racing tragic like us here at Markey Saddlery, then you’ll be stoked to hear that Sky Channel is promoting a new program in the coming months where you get to test your racing brain. I have … Continue reading →

Group Racing Friday night Moonee Valley, Group Racing Saturday Rosehill Gardens, Group Racing Sunday Caulfield… and in case you didn’t know, Australian jockeys Zac Purton (Little Bridge) and Brett Prebble (Lucky Nine) will be chasing Group 1 glory in the … Continue reading →