Two well-known British equestrian brands, Nuumed and Thermatex, have found a new home with Racesafe and will continue to be manufactured in the UK.
Racesafe, which makes body protection and performance apparel, is integrating both brands into its existing production base. A statement said the move aims to provide the stable manufacturing structure and technical expertise needed to support long-term growth.
Long established across multiple disciplines, both Nuumed and Thermatex have earned loyal followings and their products are fixtures in many tack rooms and shops. In recent years, however, like many UK manufacturers, the brands faced increasing commercial pressures.
“Nuumed and Thermatex are brands that mean a great deal to riders and retailers alike. They have strong foundations and loyal customers, and we believe they deserve a stable and properly resourced future,” said James How, managing director of Racesafe.
“As a specialist UK manufacturer, we see real opportunity in combining their heritage products with Racesafe’s technical expertise, product development capability and manufacturing strength. Our intention is not simply to restart them, but to strengthen and evolve them carefully so they can thrive again.”
Product relaunch
Production will take place in the Racesafe factory, with an initial core range expected to return to the market in the coming months. The company is working closely with retailers to prioritise the most commercially important and much-loved products.
Members of the former Nuumed and Thermatex teams are working alongside Racesafe’s machinists to transfer knowledge and support a careful and structured restart of the ranges.
“We are proud to keep these brands made in Britain,” added James. “Retaining skills, knowledge and local production capability is vital for the long-term health of our industry.
“With the right structure and investment, British manufacturing remains both viable and important.”
Further updates on product availability and relaunch timelines will be announced in due course.
