Why the Bucas Power Turnout Rug Is Worth the Investment
When horse owners ask us, "What's the best turnout rug you stock?", one name comes up time and time again – the Bucas Power Turnout.
Yes, it's a premium rug with a premium price tag. But after seeing these rugs perform season after season, it's easy to understand why so many owners won't buy anything else.
One Rug, Multiple Seasons
One of the standout features of the Bucas Power Turnout range is its impressive temperature range. Thanks to its clever design, the rug can be comfortably worn across a much wider range of temperatures than many traditional turnout rugs of the same weight. The silver outer reflects the sun's heat, while the aluminium-coated inner lining helps retain your horse's body warmth, making it incredibly versatile.
For many horses, this means fewer rug changes throughout the day and less time worrying about fluctuating weather conditions.
Which Bucas Power Turnout Is Right for Your Horse?
The Bucas Power Turnout range comes in three different weights, allowing you to choose the perfect rug for your climate and your horse's individual needs.
Power Turnout Lite
The Power Turnout Lite has no fill (0g), making it the perfect choice for milder weather or for horses that naturally run warm. Thanks to Bucas' unique reflective outer and Stay-Dry lining, it still offers excellent protection from wind and rain while helping regulate your horse's temperature. Many owners are surprised by just how versatile the Lite can be.
Power Turnout Medium
The Power Turnout Medium features 150g of insulation and is the most popular choice in the range. It's ideal for the cooler months, offering warmth without excessive bulk. For many Australian conditions, particularly through autumn and winter, the Medium provides the perfect balance of comfort and protection.
Power Turnout Extra
The Power Turnout Extra comes with 300g of insulation and is designed for colder climates or horses that feel the cold more than others. Whether you have an older horse, a clipped competition horse, or you live in a region with particularly cold winters, the Extra provides exceptional warmth while still maintaining the breathability that Bucas rugs are famous for.
One Rug That Adapts to the Weather
What makes all three Power Turnout rugs stand out is that they don't behave like traditional turnout rugs. Thanks to Bucas' innovative thermal technology, each rug comfortably covers a much wider temperature range than a standard rug of the same fill weight. That means fewer rug changes, less stress when the weather changes unexpectedly, and greater comfort for your horse throughout the day.
If you're unsure which weight is best for your horse, we're always happy to help. Every horse is different, and factors such as age, coat length, whether they're clipped, and where you live all play a part in choosing the right rug.