The right riding clothing protects the rider’s body, head and legs. We are therefore also looking at other sensible riding articles with which the highest level of safety can be guaranteed when riding. A riding vest with protectors is certainly a good start, but there are many other useful additions to protect yourself optimally in the event of accidents or even to prevent them.
Riding Helmet
A riding helmet protects the most valuable thing we humans have. Our head. Sounds so simple and logical, and yet too many people, especially children, ride without the valuable protection. There are numerous models in all imaginable colors and shapes and thus contribute to making the riding helmet socially acceptable. And with prices starting at € 15, your wallet is also no excuse.
Riding Gloves
Admittedly, safety and riding gloves do not exactly match one another at first glance. On the other hand, on the second one. Because if the fingers cannot work properly, a horse can no longer be controlled correctly. This can happen though
- fingers get cold and freeze while riding in winter
- the riding gloves are too small and therefore limit the freedom of movement
- the gloves are too big and you can no longer grip properly.
And riding is dangerous without full control. We therefore take a closer look at some of the fashionable items on the market and make comparisons. There are huge differences in workmanship, quality and price that should be considered when buying riding gloves.
Buying riding gloves: what you should pay attention to
- Summer riding gloves
- Winter riding gloves
- Riding gloves children
- Riding gloves women
Riding Boots
A good riding boot allows the rider to lead the horse over his feet. To do this, however, the boot must fit perfectly and be neither uncomfortable nor too big. In addition, a riding boot has to be able to withstand a lot. He is just as much in demand when working in the stable as he is when riding out in winter. In the practical test, riding boots must therefore be robust and withstand the abrasion on the stirrup or in general when riding, have temperature properties and match the rest of the rider’s clothing. The look also has an enormous influence on the well-being and the purchase decision for or against a certain model.
- Various riding boots at a glance
- Buying riding boots: what you should pay attention to
- View riding boots offers
Riding Socks
Similar to riding boots, good riding socks ensure that your feet are well ventilated in summer and that the icy cold is kept away from your toes and feet in winter. Thus, good riding socks also make the sport a bit safer.
Safety Stirrups
If the moment of the fall is there all of a sudden and unforeseen, you just want to get some distance between yourself and the stumbling or falling horse as quickly as possible. The risk of being buried or dragged along by the horse can be significantly reduced with safety stirrups, because various techniques allow the rider’s foot to detach more easily from the stirrup when falling. At first glance, a safety stirrup can hardly be distinguished from normal stirrups.
