Zoej Posted February 8, 2012 Report Posted February 8, 2012 In my opinion Biothane is the best quality of this range of products, and will last many years without cracking or delaminating; i make tack for endurance horses and I will only use Biothane. Quote
Members awharnessshop Posted February 8, 2012 Members Report Posted February 8, 2012 Its hard to explain the differnce, it just feels "less cheap" if that makes sense... the biothane has a better hand, a little bit less plasticy. Don't get me wrong they both work up nice, but i will always go for the Biothane over the bramha web if I have a choice. I don't use a ton of it, so it doesn't make a huge difference with the price. -Andrew Quote
Members wvcraftsman Posted February 9, 2012 Members Report Posted February 9, 2012 I've kept an eye on this thread, because I have similiar questions as Art. Is there other information available? Needle size? Style? Quote Tom Leatherworking Neophyte
Members mcn Posted February 18, 2012 Members Report Posted February 18, 2012 Just got my order from Weavers today. I had asked for a sample of Brahma Webb, maybe a foot long or something like that. They sent a 2 inch piece in a zip lock, in a padded envelope inside the box with the rest of my order. Kinda hard to test sew that or do anything with it. Think I will stick to working with leather. Supposed to be -15 tonight , I will put that piece outside and see what it does. The lady who had wanted the Australian head stall in synthetic might have to change her mind. Quote
Members Carmel Posted May 30, 2012 Members Report Posted May 30, 2012 Biothane is marvelous for trail riding, eventing and CDE, where the equipment is constantly exposed to lots of water and mud, daily. You can throw it in a bucket of water, take it out and hand it to dry. The Biothane, produced by Bioplastics, in Ohio, comes in a multitude of coverings, from spongy foam, to silicone grippy reins. It is the preferred material for endurance riders and CDE drivers and becoming very popular for everyday trail riders. Bioplastics constantly has auctions on Ebay, to get the material at a reduced price. Try getting some there and work with it. It definitely is hard on the hands if you are repairing or sewing by hand. The spongy type coating lets the stitches sink in and are hidden, like in our leather. I work with both, but more and more, everyday riders and drivers want the biothane. Quote
Members Scotthanna Posted January 29, 2013 Members Report Posted January 29, 2013 Hello all, We are the manufacturers of Biothane. As Carmel mentioned, right here in Ohio. I'd be glad to help with any questions. Scott Hanna 440-327-0485 Quote
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