Up until a few years ago, the idea of stuffed panels was virtually unheard of on a competition jumping saddle. Using the Pessoa brand as an example, 95% of the saddles sold in Europe had Bayflex Molded Memory Cell foam panels.
Five years or so ago, the maker of Pessoa saddles, Pedro Ruiz Diaz, worked with a German company to develop a stuffed panel that improved upon the traditional wool or synthetic wool flocked panels used in dressage saddles.
Enhance your course with realistic jumps from Burlingham!
Check out these NEW Natural-Looking Jumps:
– Log Wing Standards
– Single Log Obstacle
– Rock Set
We’ve been getting many questions about how to transport or travel with your horse, so we reached out to our good friend Elly Schoebel for some tips and here’s what she had to say:
As a breeder and competitor I often trailer horses…broodmares with foals, yearlings and two year- olds to their first breeding shows. My truck and trailer are used frequently, so oil changes, tire pressure, greased ball bearings/trailer hitches are a monthly routine. In addition, cleaning the inside of your trailer is a must to provide cleanliness and safety. Here are a few other tips I have gathered over the years:
Guest Blogger Four Star Eventer Corinne Ashton shares her experience getting herself and her American Thoroughbred gelding Dobbin ready for a three-day event. Entry represents the personal opinion of the blogger and is not formally edited.
Firstly there is the obvious: your horse is sound and fit. This is true for any level of eventing. Just how many hills you have gone up for your fitness regime depends on the level of competition and the individual horse. Smaller Thoroughbreds, like Dobbin, get fit easily and cause less pounding on their limbs, but work with your vet and trainer to ascertain a good regime.
It is now easier than ever to find the perfect riding boots that look fabulous and fit well!
Tall boots should look elegant and be durable, practical and comfortable. There are so many choices now in leather, design and technology – but a good fit remains the most important factor when shopping for that perfect pair of tall boots.
Many of our customers and fans have asked us to clarify the new USEF rule regarding black stirrups in equitation competition. We went right to USEF to help clear things up! Here’s their answer:
“The Equitation rule change regarding black stirrups will be in effect for the 2014 competition year beginning December 1, 2013. The intent listed on the rule change proposal is, ‘Black stirrups are not part of traditional attire and hide rider position flaws, making it difficult for the judges to clearly see the rider’s leg position.’
The USHJA Equitation Task Force is in the process of adding language to the rule change in advance of the 12/1/2013 effective date that will clarify the style of black stirrups that are prohibited. The rule will apply to stirrups that are entirely black, such as the composite stirrups sometimes used in show jumping. Stirrups with black rubber on the branches that cover a portion of the stainless steel will still be allowed for use in equitation when the new rule takes effect.” – Lauren Fahey, Director of Hunter Affiliates, USEF
To clarify further, this rule will ONLY apply to equitation classes. It does not apply to riders competing in hunter or jumper classes at USEF competitions.
APRIL 19-21
HUNTINGTON, NY
The NEW Dover Saddlery Huntington Store Opens Soon!
– Grand Opening specials throughout the store!
– Enter to win a $500 Dover Saddlery shopping spree!
THURSDAY, APRIL 11
6:30-7:30PM
ALPHARETTA, GA
PRESENTED BY Jennifer Neiss Melcher, DVM of Equine Medical Associates. Come to learn about worming your horse, topics include drug resistance in worms, strategic deworming and use of faecal testing.
GREAT LEARNING OPPORTUNITY!
* FREE ADMISSIONS
* REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED
* DOOR PRIZES
* $5 DOVER SADDLERY GIFT CERTIFICATE FOR ALL ATTENDEES
THURSDAY, APRIL 11
6:30-7:30PM
LIBERTYVILLE, IL
PRESENTED BY Steve Graham, DVM of Bristol Veterinary Service. Topics include the role of teeth in eating and proper dental care, including floating and extractions.
GREAT LEARNING OPPORTUNITY!
* FREE ADMISSIONS
* REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED
* DOOR PRIZES
* $5 DOVER SADDLERY GIFT CERTIFICATE FOR ALL ATTENDEES
Specializing in equine sports medicine, Professional’s Choice® has produced horse care products for the past 25 years. Professional’s Choice is recognized as both an industry leader and a manufacturer of products that are comfortable for the horse, from leg wraps and horse boots to bell boots, saddle pads and girths.
Dover Saddlery is pleased to offer the Professional Choice line of accessories.
