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Curry and SonsTrading Company · Est. 1995
Outfitters Supply Backcountry Breastcollar

A wide, contoured harness-leather breast collar that keeps the saddle in place on climbs. Riders pick it for mountain trails.

Specs

  • Width: 3.25 in, contoured
  • Leather: Hermann Oak harness, lined with latigo
  • Over-check strap keeps it from slumping downhill
  • Tug straps attach to dees or rigging
  • Made in Montana, USA
  • Price: $159.95 at Outfitters Supply, Oct 2026

What reviewers say

We found no independent reviews. The maker says the wide strap spreads the load across the chest without choking the horse on long uphill grades. We could not confirm this beyond the maker's description.

Good

  • Wide strap spreads the load
  • Quality harness leather
  • Made in the USA

Not so good

  • Pricier than nylon collars
  • Leather needs care

Who it's for

Riders in steep country whose saddles slide back on climbs. Skip it if you ride mostly flat trails.

Sources

Last checked 2026-10-19. Specs from the maker; review notes summarized in our own words.