Looking for indy style whip for under 200

IndianaCollins · Post by **IndianaCollins** » Wed Jul 23, 2003 5:47 pm

I was wondering if anyone could direct me on where to buy a decent leather(no nessacerily 'roo hide) whip that is indy style. the budget i'm looking at is $200 or in the neighorhood. it's gonna be tough to scrunge up the money, but i want one(i want to learn how to crack it good). i've considered getting a swivel handled, but dislike the looks somewhat. i used to have a swivel handle whip, when i was about 12, but decided to swing on it(hehe

)and it broke(lasted surprisingly long though). i guess i'd really like something more indy-ish. any help?

cliffhanger · Post by **cliffhanger** » Wed Jul 23, 2003 6:50 pm

I would check out Lee Keppler's site, http://www.adventure-supply.com. He has a nice looking whip, although darker in color, from $90-110. He has recently added a wrist loop to make it more Indy-ish. Just my two cents.

Peace,
Cliffhanger

Indiana Texas-girl · Post by **Indiana Texas-girl** » Wed Jul 23, 2003 6:51 pm

I'd recommend East Coast Whips. On his site, he has a 7 ft. listed as $185 and an 8 ft. as $215. These are his 12 plait whips. Three of my roo whips were made by him and I'm quite happy. His customer service is excellent as well.

He also has a Budget Indy 8 footer for $140. This is an 8 plait whip.

www.ecwhips.com

Yes, Lee sells whips too. I think his are cowhide. I've cracked one his before. They are dark brown but look almost black in my opinion. Very economical whip.

Major Mike · Post by **Major Mike** » Thu Jul 24, 2003 6:31 pm

I think I've got one that may work for you. I've been making whips for about 18 months and have a few that you may like. They are roo hide, 12 plait, Indy style, with two braided roohide bellies. They have seen a little use, but are still mainly new and in good condition. I just recently met with Paul Stenhouse, so he's seen them and cracked them, if you want a reference. Unfortuneately, I'm still trying to find a camera so I don't have pictures yet. If you are interested, PM me and we can work out the details. Did you have a preference on size?

Mike

IndianaCollins · Post by **IndianaCollins** » Fri Jul 25, 2003 5:58 am

Major Mike,
that sounds cool, but I'm not in the market to buy one right now(at the moment). But I'll remember you when buying time comes around(hopefully soon!). Thanks.