Traditionally, all whips were created for the purpose of Carriage Driving, rather than English riding. This was, of course, some time ago when horses were still used mainly as a mode of transportation and not for pleasure. Today, many more whips are manufactured for riding purposes than Driving, but whips manufactured specifically for driving purposes are (thankfully!) still in existence. They are arguably one of the most crucial tools for all drivers and Driving horses. Our Driving whips are easy to handle, come in different lengths, and you have the choice between nylon and fibreglass to suit your needs and budget.

Due to their length, it’s important that a good Driving whip is as lightweight as possible. Keeping the whip lightweight makes it easier to prevent muscle fatigue as well as joint pain in the hands and arms after a long drive. It’s also important that the correct length of whip is chosen for the driver and horses. Because the whip is one of your most essential tools as a driver, it needs to be fit for purpose, and the correct length will differ depending on whether you’re Driving miniature horses, draft horses or something in between! The ideal length is one that reaches the front of the horse’s shoulder easily but does not reach the face.

Finally, because Driving whips are quite long in comparison to other whips, it’s important that you choose a Driving whip with good balance when you pick it up. This is often done by weighting the handle slightly more than the bow and lash, giving you a good feeling in the hand and making the whip easier to use precisely and with subtlety. Again, there is a fine balance between making the whip too heavy and weighting it enough to make the whip easy to handle.

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