Fleck Carbon Fiber Collapsible Lunge Whip is rated
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Rated 1 out of
5
by
Lisa from
This is a really flimsy poor quality whip
Worthless for a whip and the retractable part does not keep whip in or out. I returned this immediately.
Date published: 2020-06-19
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Pico from
Update: Still Great But Easily Broken
I wrote a previous review about how I love this whip. I still feel the same way, but I feel it's fair to report that it is now broken. It only took one step by my horse at the walk and the end snapped off. I wouldn't mind so much if it weren't as expensive as it is, but I'm pretty bummed.
Date published: 2018-01-26
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Kathryne from
Nice but not as nice as their previous model
Previously I owned a 3 piece Fleck telescoping lunge whip. It was quite long, had a very long lash, but had the benefit of telescoping for easy storage. And it was quite lightweight. It had some drawbacks like the end cap kept coming off or the lash kept flying off the far end. Duct tape worked to address these issues and keep the whip in service until it finally snapped at the far end. Fast forward to this one and it's not nearly as long, so I have to shorten my horse's lunging circle in order for the whip to reach him to influence him. The lash also flies back and wraps around the shaft of the whip or ties itself in knots. I didn't have this problem with the previous model. I preferred the previous model in spite of the drawbacks I mentioned above. I need a lightweight lunge whip and one that can be short for storage, so I will keep using it. I'd like Fleck to come back with the handle design of this shorter version, but the length of the older model. They actually may still make it, but ??Smartpaks isn't carrying it?? Depends on your priorities whether I would recommend it to others.
Date published: 2017-10-17
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Pico from
Great "Whoosh" to this Whip!
I've used this longe whip twice now and already love it. I've only every used the communal barn ones before and wasn't really expecting to feel such a difference, but this whip is way better than the average longe whip. It's super light and really well-balanced. You can use it with very little effort. Also, even without cracking it, it makes a great "whoosh" noise, which is what my horse responds to best. Highly recommend.
Date published: 2017-10-17
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Ellie from
Great concept but some design flaws
On the advice of my trainer, I was looking for a very long lunge whip. Fleck makes tremendous products, so this was my first choice. Unfortunately, the swivel on the end of the whip where the lash/tail attaches, doesn't swivel properly and so the lash doesn't crack. In fact, it seems to fold up in a little ball of twine that has to constantly be shaken out. I am returning it. As a note - my trainer's "Tele-Whip" that has three telescoping sections also has problems, so I think it may just be that the designers can't get it figured out. So appreciate SmartPak's return policy!
Date published: 2017-03-28
Rated 1 out of
5
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Carol from
Great concept!
I bought this item and initially thought I would love it! First time I used it the end kept flying off....maybe I got a bad one? Concept is great and I liked the extra long whip and the fact that it collapsed. I decided to give Gorilla glue a try, but then it was very long and kind of defeats the easy storage thing. I put it in the backseat of truck to return to the barn, it slipped down against passenger door and my friend closed the door on it and it snapped in 2. Obviously I didn't have much luck with this product. If I knew the problem was 100% fixed with it not coming apart, I would buy another.
Date published: 2017-01-09
Rated 2 out of
5
by
redmare from
Great whip, too fragile
Unfortunately my horse stepped on the whip when it was bumped off the whip rack in my arena and cracked it in half. My fault for not catching the situation faster but an expensive loss after only having it a few weeks. Great when in use but too fragile for a piece of equipment around young horses.
Date published: 2017-01-02
Rated 5 out of
5
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Shasti from
Very nice balance
My trainer introduce me to this product at a lesson. I loved that the lunge whip is very light weight and so well balanced. Previous long lunge whips I have used were quite heavy and not well balanced. The lash is a very long but easily controlled. I like to touch my horse in a relaxed way. The only down side is the difficulty in storing the whip. It would be easier if there was something the lash could be wrapped around.
Date published: 2015-08-01
Rated 5 out of
5
by
JOANN27 from
BEST LUNGE WHIP EVER!!
I have had horses since I was young and purchased many lunge whips over the years. This Fleck Carbon Fiber lunge whip is worth every penny!!!! It collapses down so fits it a tack locker, is light weight and long enough to get your horses attention. I LOVE IT!!!
Date published: 2015-01-20