Any trick to harden/wear brand new halters?

[barngoddess]

Just bought some new rope halters to use on the cattle at our next show but not sure if I'll be able to use them or not. I just can't seem to get the slickness worn out of them. Is there any trick out there? Anything to soak them in? Or is it just going to take time?

Thanks!

 

[Davis Shorthorns]

Mud  (lol)

 

[Bradenh]

Put them in the washing machine

 

[smo]

thats the most annoying thing ever any ideas i would love to hear

 

[kjd farms]

Agree with put them in some mud, then soak them in a bucket with water, and then let them sit in the sun for a day or two.

 

[barngoddess]

Thanks everyone!