The SL is one of Zilco’s best selling driving harnesses. It is specifically designed for Shetlands and small ponies offering lightweight yet very very strong materials which are easily maintained and last for many years. The World renowned material used by Zilco in all their top harnesses is unrivaled for it’s quality, strength and longevity. Safety is a priority when driving and you can rest assured of the quality of these materials not to stretch or break when you need them most.
This is the ideal harness for both minis and each part is also available separately, an invaluable option not offered by other harness manufacturers. This allows you to build up the harness gradually if necessary for economic reasons. It also means that if a part is lost it can be simply replaced without the need to purchase a whole new harness. Simply visit our SL Parts Section to view the range.
We are more than happy to custom build a set of SL harness for you if your pony is not an off the peg size. We are here to help with any advise you might need and will guarantee an experienced unbiased opinion. We love driving and we want as many people as possible to access this terrific sport
- Elegantly proportioned
- Light to handle yet smart, sturdy and comfortable for all levels of competition
- SL harness is made from Zilco’s superb quality materials and includes quality stainless steel fittings for effortless wipe-clean maintenance
- Flexi saddle for a comfortable fit on all types of conformation
- Bridle has special design features to suit Shetland pony heads
- Variable length browband to allow for thick forelocks and broad foreheads
- Throatlash is set back from headpiece and has extensive adjustment. This is a safety feature which helps to prevent ponies with thick manes and small ears from scratching their bridles off
- Elegantly shaped blinkers to show off pretty little heads
- The SL model has a traditionally shaped breastplate and breeching for a more elegant and traditional style in teh show ring
- Suitable for; pleasure and show driving
- Each set comes in individual black polyester carry bag with ventilation panels
Zilco SL Size Guide – Team
| Mini | Shetland | Small Pony | |
| Girth Circumference | 109-140cm | 117-166cm | 125-168cm |
| Pony Height | Up to 38″ | Up to 11.2hh | Up to 12.2hh |
| Headpiece | 50cm | 50cm | 50cm |
| Deluxe Headpiece | 52cm | 54cm | 58cm |
| Browband | 35cm | 41cm | 41cm |
| Deluxe Browband | 35cm | 37cm | 39cm |
| Throat (continuous around neck) | 84cm | 94cm | 94cm |
| Deluxe Throatlash | 38cm | 43cm | 44cm |
| Noseband | 40-52cm | 41-60cm | 41-60cm |
| Deluxe Noseband | 41-54cm | 48-63cm | 48-63cm |
| Cheeks | 26-39cm | 30-46cm | 30-46cm |
| Deluxe Cheeks | 19-21cm | 20-24cm | 24-31cm |
| Reins/Coupling (Wheeler) | 360/150cm | 390/190cm | 390/190cm |
| Reins/Coupling (Leader) | 615/162cm | 615/162cm | 640/190cm |
| Breastplate | 82cm | 96cm | 109cm |
| False Martingale | 53-64cm | 57-68cm | 57-68cm |
| Bellyband | 30cm | 40cm | 40cm |
| Breeching | 76cm | 90cm | 101cm |
| Breeching Straps | 77cm | 77cm | 88cm |
| Traces | 130cm | 145cm | 160cm |
|
Treeless Saddle (measured on underside between shortest& longest hole) |
75-114cm | 75-135cm | 85-135cm |
|
Deluxe Saddle (measured on underside between shortest& longest hole) |
77-114cm |
85-125cm |
84-133cm |
|
Girth |
30cm |
35cm |
35cm |
|
Crupper |
65-79cm |
79-92cm |
79-92cm |
Harness Measuring Form
Harness Size Guide








