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With Chatsworth International Horse Trials been and gone for another year we couldn’t help notice those riders who enjoyed more than just the sunshine at this years event. Those who were left feeling less than satisfied with the dizzy heights of competing at such a prestigious event, upped the ante by cleverly disguising a mid cross-country course dip as an ‘whoops we weren’t meant to do that’ moment. In a bid to cool down a variety of riders ‘fell’ from their mounts, in a less than gracious manner, on entering the lake. Emily…...

Lorenzini Bits  – more than a ‘bit’ special Eventing’s incredible Grand Slam winner, Michael Jung, obviously leaves no stone unturned in his quest for success, for the newly crowned Badminton champion has developed his own range of titanium bits in conjunction with the engineers at Lorenzini. The Italian company, which specialises in manufacturing titanium products for a vast range of uses, including the aerospace industry, has produced five exclusive Michael Jung bits designed to “increase the physiological wellbeing of the horse and improve responsiveness in order to enhance the bond…...

Back on Track are excited to introduce the brand new Brushing Boots 3D Mesh and the Exercise Boots for horses. The Back on Track® range of high performance clothing and horse wear promotes a feeling of well-being through the use of advanced technology with foundations in ancient Chinese medicine.  Developed in Sweden, Back on Track products are widely used by professional riders worldwide. The Brushing Boots 3D Mesh offer a unique combination of protection, quality and well-being for your horse. These all-purpose boots are made with soft neoprene lining which…...

I feel this month has been the biggest step forward this year yet! Axl (pictured left) has proved to be more talented than first expected so has secured himself a part of my team for the near future. I’ve been taking him out and about to train at local venues and low key shows and he’s been golden. I’m over the moon with him! Nemo is growing and coming along really well, he’s ready to get on now but I’m trying to leave him to mature as long as possible.…...

Managing Competition Anxiety Learn How to Boost Competition Routine to Manage Rider Anxiety Managing competition anxiety will ultimately improve yours and your horse’s performance. Here’s your chance to learn more about how goals, visualisation, affirmations and focus are all key to helping kick showtime nerves to the curb. Picture the scene, you have been practising for months, the competition has arrived, you and your horse are feeling good and performing well, the moment arrives and it’s your turn to compete in to the main ring, but something changes as you…...

In 2016, military heroes dedication, bravery and sacrifices are commemorated with the utmost respect and  admiration. As they absolutely should be. However, it is often the case that through remembering the courageous men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for the benefit of this nation, we overlook their equally valiant counterparts. It is through this informative yet sentimentally moving book by Peter Street, that we explore animals’ less exposed yet no less vital roles in war and how it affected animals in general. This book gives a clear and…...

written by Sarah Nield Ever wonder what it takes to work as part of the Start/Finishing team during a BE event? Bain’s Babes member Sarah Nield gives us the lowdown in this uplifting piece on how ‘The 5 Star International Start Team’ members spend their day consuming cakes, starting/finishing competitors, and recording times. “You’re not coming in unless those are cappuccino cupcakes!” …. These words greeted me as I stood on the steps into the start box in the biting wind on an unseasonably cold April day at Weston Park. They…...

Summer feeding regimes can be tricky to get right. Sunny weather, lighter evenings and busy competition schedules mean that our horses and ponies may find their workloads and turnout hours increasing, but more time in the field will increase the risk of overindulgence on lush green pasture. Luckily, Dengie are here to help. In part two of this series, we look at feeding working horses and ponies with increased nutritional requirements. Upping the Energy Our working horses and ponies may find their summer calendars filled with events and competitions. It…...

I am now busier than I’ve ever been before! I’m working at my training yard riding in the mornings, teaching in the afternoons/evenings, teaching at clinics and competing at weekends! If anybody is interested in coming and having some lessons I have clinics now booked at Parley Equestrian Centre, Sparsholt College, Moreton Equestrian Centre, the Fortune centre, Chesfield in Hertfordshire to name just a few. I have had a brilliant month. So excited to announce the release of the new Wolds Exclusive Bling Revelation headpiece of which I have just…...

Fitting a Bridle with the experts at the Society of Master Saddlers. A correctly fitting bridle is essential for your horse’s comfort and performance. This feature explains the process that should be undertaken to ensure your horse’s bridle is suitably fitted and also describes the correct way to put it on. Here we will go through the steps to correctly fit a snaffle bridle on your horse. It is advisable to have the horse tied up and then unfasten the noseband of the headcollar, whilst leaving the headpiece slightly pushed back…...

HiWither Event Pad Now Available in 11 Colours Have a colourful season with NuuMed! NuuMed’s popular ergonomic HiWither Event Pad is now available in 11 colours, and with space for embroidery too, it’s the perfect choice for the cross-country phase this season. The stylish, streamlined pad has been created with the demands of cross-country riding in mind. It’s made using a quality quilt and is cut to NuuMed’s HiWither design, which removes pressure from across the withers at the front of the saddle and lifts at the back to remove…...

This weather really needs to stop! Where is the sun?? We are now two months into the eventing season and I have only done two events out of the five that I had entered due to weather and bad ground conditions stopping play! This isn’t the best start to the season, but it’s not only us eventers who are feeling it, I can’t help but feel so sorry for the event organisers and course designers who put so much work into organising an event then to only have it cancelled…...

These gorgeous Equiline Cedar Breeches are available through premium retailer Dressage Deluxe combining fabulous style with clever fabric technology within their design. The Equiline Cedar Breeches are styled from a ‘Schoeller microfibre’ fabric featuring a revolutionary ‘X-Grip’ full seat with four way stretch silicon, which offers superior stability in the saddle, freedom of movement and total comfort. The waist-block system grants optimal fitting on the waist and the stretch cuff system on the bottom of the leg provides the perfect fit, without adding bulk in your riding boots. Get the…...

This month started with a very long day trip to Goring in Oxfordshire with both Alberta’s Rose and Crystal Ka. Crystal Ka was up first for his debut event of the year competing in the Open Novice. He was rather unsettled in the dressage and disappointingly only scored 37, which is way below his best, but to be honest I didn’t expect his first event to be plain sailing as it never is! However, things got much better as he jumped a super double clear to follow. This was the…...

Discover 12 things that officially, make you an equestrian There’s several things, as time goes by, that we may do or say that are classed as common equestrian traits. What makes us turn around and take notice? Normally a significant other that doesn’t share the same passion and enthusiasm for the animal or sport. Here’s 12 points you may be able to relate to. If you answer yes to most, give yourself a pat on the back as you have already become a fully fledged equestrian! Suzanne AshtonSuzanne Ashton, Founder of Everything…...

Plaiting Tips from Loraine Homer Plaiting for Perfection? Here one of the most prolific names on the UK showing circuit Loraine Homer, professional show rider, producer and judge, gives Everything Horse UK readers her top tips for plaiting perfection, courtesy of her sponsor Aloeride, the naturally organic aloe vera supplement for outstanding coat shine and all round wellbeing. I do wash my horse’s mane the day before, this can make it more difficult to plait, but I like it spotlessly clean so I wash it, make sure you really work to get rid…...

Everything Horse Rating – ♦♦♦♦♦ 5 Diamonds The Leather Therapy Restorer and Conditioner from Absorbine is an easy to use tack cleaner that we predict will be establishing itself as a firm favourite in our tack room moving forward! Easy to apply with almost instant results, the product does exactly as it states on the bottle with minimum fuss. The team at here at Everything Horse tested the Leather Therapy Restorer and Conditioner on a well wintered pair of Ariat Belle H20 Boots, and we were more than pleasantly surprised with the results!…...

SHINE IN THE SHOWRING THIS SEASON! If you want to to ‘dazzle’ the judges and ‘outshine’ the competition for the coming season, Aloeride® is a pure organic aloe vera supplement, which can help produce a fabulous, glossy healthy coat, without splashing out a fortune on coat sheens and sprays! Ideal for those horses or ponies lacking luster, Aloeride® not only helps promote a great coat shine & glossy locks, it also helps support healthy skin, conditions hooves, aids rejuvenation and recovery too and all from one easy-to-feed taste-free sachet a…...

Another Busy Month – Steph Gumn It’s been another busy month! Axl started his ridden career, he’s a little quirky but settling into the job nicely. His flatwork improves each day and he’s popped a couple of fences, proving to be brave enough and careful. I’m really excited to see him grow in confidence and experience over the next month before he’s ready to go to his first show. Nemo is enjoying life as a three-year-old. He’s been lunged and long reined a few times but mostly enjoys days in…...

Elim-a-Net helps fight the ‘L’ word We have hit that time of year that many horse and pony owners dread! Although Spring brings us the joy of lighter evenings, rug-less equines and show dates for many people, it can also bring the dreaded L word to the forefront of pony and horse management. Elim-a-Net™ can help in your management of spring and summertime issues by allowing forage consumption to be regulated, as well as prolonging feeding time, meaning your horse’s digestive system is working efficiently with the chance of overfeeding…...

Summer Feeding Advice for the Leisure Horse    Summer feeding regimes can be tricky to get right. Sunny weather, lighter evenings and busy competition schedules mean that our horses and ponies may find their workloads and turnout hours increasing, but more time in the field will increase the risk of overindulgence on lush green pasture. Luckily, Dengie are here to help. In part one of this two part series, we look at feeding leisure horses and ponies that are prone to carrying a little extra weight. The Risk of Overindulgence Horses,…...

A Day in the Life of Rebecca Wright As the 2016 showing season gets into full swing, we find out what it’s like to walk a day in the shoes of speedi-Beet team member Rebecca Wright. Rebecca includes her show preparation routine starting at home to the event itself. My name is Rebecca Wright. I am a member of British Horse Feeds’ Speedi-Beet Team along with my pony Pumpkin. Pumpkin is a 19-year-old Connemara. We compete in veteran showing under saddle with the goal of qualifying for Olympia Horse Show. A TYPICAL…...

Back on Track launch Mesh Cooler Rug The Back on Track range of high performance clothing and horse wear promotes a feeling of well-being through the use of advanced technology with foundations in ancient Chinese medicine. Developed in Sweden, Back on Track products are widely used by professional riders worldwide. The New Back on Track Mesh Cooler Rug is a versatile rug that can be used all year round, inspired by the hugely popular Back on Track Mesh Rug. This rug is ideal during transport and after training and competition…...

New Equisafety 15mph Waistcoat NEW Equisafety 15mph waistcoat – Following their sponsorship of Cornish rider Debbie Smith, who started an online petition calling for a legal requirement for motorists to ‘pass a horse wide and slow’ Equisafety Ltd are pleased to present their Please Pass Wide & Slowly 15mph Air Waistcoat. This stylish and comfortable waistcoat is cut to ergonomically fit the body and is fastened by a front zip. Two zipped, hidden front pockets are large enough for car keys, phone, money etc. The cleverly designed back, enables the…...