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Safety Documentation for Riding Products
A practical GB-focused reference for understanding the safety documentation that should accompany riding helmets, body protectors, footwear, gloves, hi-vis garments and other equestrian products. It explains the distinction between product…
Testing Materials Used in Horse Equipment
Testing materials used in horse equipment is not a single pass-or-fail exercise. Leather, webbing, thread, metal fittings, polymers, foams and coatings must be assessed against the loads, environment and failure…
Labelling Requirements in Equestrian Trade
A practical GB reference to the labelling duties that commonly affect equestrian clothing, riding helmets and body protectors, feed and supplements, grooming products, biocides, treated articles and cosmetics. It explains…
Product Traceability for Equestrian Brands
Product traceability is the system that allows an equestrian product to be identified, located and linked to its manufacturer, importer, materials, production history and distribution route. For GB brands, it…
Understanding Equestrian Product Standards
An expert guide to equestrian product standards in Great Britain, covering legal requirements, PPE marking, riding hats, body protectors, air jackets, saddlery, tack, materials, testing, traceability, competition rules and practical…
Western Riding Equipment Guide
A practical, evidence-led guide to western riding equipment for horses and riders in Great Britain, covering saddle construction, cinches, breast collars, bridles, bits, reins, pads, safety equipment, fit, maintenance and…
Carriage Driving Equipment Guide
A practical GB-focused reference to carriage driving equipment, covering harness components, carriage design, fit, materials, safety systems, maintenance, road use and competition considerations. It distinguishes essential functions from optional features…
Endurance Riding Equipment Guide
A practical, evidence-led guide to selecting, fitting and managing equipment for British endurance riding, covering saddles, pads, bridles, rider safety equipment, hoof protection, leg protection, hydration and ride-day spares. It…
Eventing Equipment Guide
A practical, evidence-led guide to eventing equipment for riders, businesses and manufacturers in Great Britain. It explains the function, construction, standards, fitting, maintenance and limitations of riding hats, body protectors,…
Showjumping Equipment Guide
A practical, technically informed guide to showjumping equipment for British riders, covering saddles, bridles, bits, nosebands, martingales, boots, stirrups, protective clothing, fit, materials, maintenance and British Showjumping competition rules.