A wall caddy is a versatile trailer accessory that can organize tack and grooming supplies. It also helps minimize tripping and provides easy access to equipment during travels.
Many bathroom organizers are large enough to store shampoos, detanglers, brushes, combs, and spray bottles. They are mouse-proof and have labels to help you find the supplies you need quickly.
Aesthetic Appeal
Besides the practical benefits, a wall caddy also adds to the overall aesthetic of your horse facility. They are available in various designs and materials, so you can choose one that matches the décor of your tack room.
Improved Organization: Wall caddies can help you organize equipment and make training sessions more efficient. You can easily access your gear without going back and forth between your saddle, bridle, or lunging supplies.
When judging the height and distance of a horse jump, several factors determine these values. One crucial factor is the fence’s height. Studies have shown that a higher fence has a more incredible vertical velocity and shorter take-off distance than a lower fence. This is because a horse has more difficulty determining its center of gravity and estimating the distance to the obstacle. This may increase the risk of injury for a horse.
Saves Space
Keeping all your horse jumping equipment, gear, and supplies organized can be challenging. But a wall caddy can make it easier to find, put away, and set up every piece of equipment your facility or arena needs without delay.
Hanging a pole caddy on the stall wall lets you transport your jumps easily when you change arenas or have a lesson. It also helps you avoid the frustration of hauling poles by hand, which can tax your back.
A hay feeder placed in the corner of the stall minimizes forage contact with stall bedding and other waste, decreases stomach acidity, and allows horses to eat in a natural position. A stall with solid sidewall partitions reduces horse bickering and improves air circulation. A stall with banked walls minimizes the risk of a horse flipping over, which can be fatal. These stall accessories require little time and money to install but can save you considerable effort and money in the long run.
Convenient Access
A wall caddy saves time by allowing you to grab equipment quickly without rummaging through a barn shed. It also improves safety by getting equipment off the ground, preventing people from tripping over it and injuring themselves or horses.
The best part is that a caddy can be customized to fit your needs and equipment. For example, a jump pole caddy keeps your schooling jumps organized and off the ground, making them easier to grab when needed. It can also hold sanitizing spray bottles, sponges, and nail files.
Another option is a wire organizer holding supplies like combs, detanglers, and salt blocks. Hanging these storage devices two-thirds to three-fourths away from the stall floor is recommended. This will minimize the risk of your horse catching his head or neck in them and keep them accessible for grooming. Using a stud finder before mounting these organizers will help ensure the hardware cloth’s stability.
Durability
Using caddies for all your horse supplies, especially grooming tools, can make it easy to find what you need. Many have clear storage drawers to keep small items like braiding bands, clipping blades, and pairs of spurs organized without losing them in the back of your trunk.
A bathroom organizer can be large enough to hold bathing products and towels; some have shelves adjustable to fit bottles of varying sizes. They can also have hooks to hang spray bottles, sponges, and combs to dry.
Stacking halters on a wall instead of leaving them on the ground eliminates space concerns and can avoid tripping hazards. It also keeps halters from becoming soiled and dirty, with urine and manure tracked across the barn floor. Some stalls are banked, which helps prevent horses from flipping over and getting stuck on the walls. Banked bedding may also help reduce the amount of manure and urine on the stall walls.
