Bear with us because this post is going to be a bit ranty...but FOR THE LOVE OF GOD please don't use a non air vest compatible garment over an air...

More and more people are taking advantage of the new offerings for equestrian safety, which is a fantastic thing. This includes parents looking to...

2022 has kicked off with a bang. At the very start of the year, we're seeing some big changes to the air vest market. Ride EquiSafe has become the global leader in equestrian safety equipment and we continue to add to our product lineup, but also to curate the offerings available. We know that not all vests are created equal and if there's a vest we don't carry, there's likely a very specific reason why.

How many times has your upper body been the first point of impact during a fall? Whether it’s from your own personal experiences or observational ones, the overall importance of protecting this part of the body with reliable safety vests is significant. 

Dismounting the right way is a crucial foundational basic of riding, but it's especially important if you're wearing an equestrian air vest. Read why.

With the adoption of air vests and body protectors gaining traction in the hunter, jumper, equitation, and dressage disciplines, we are also seeing a market increase in the demand for this equipment from parents for their children.

EQUESTRIAN AIR VEST FIT IS EVERYTHING. As with helmets, an air vest, or any other safety equipment for that matter, is not as effective when it is not fitted properly. It's why getting fitted by an expert is so important, and even better if it's someone that doesn't have an agenda to push one brand over another (think independent saddle fitter).

It's no exaggeration to say that your riding helmet can literally save your life. It's designed to protect against traumatic brain injury (TBI) and even death. But have you ever thought about how your helmet is actually constructed and what purpose each part serves?

Did you know that your riding helmet must meet a minimum safety standard to compete at a USEF show? Do you know what the different safety standards are and what they mean?

Your helmet protects one of the most important parts of your body, so it's important to understand what it's certified to do so that when you're shopping, you're getting the most protection possible.

Helmets have come a long way both in terms of design and the safety they provide. With each passing year, there's new and better technology and updated safety standards. Any equestrian helmet purchased should include Mips technology.

Air vest look and design has come a long way. These days, there are multiple options for sleek, low profile fits as well as air vest compatible clothing that you can wear over your equestrian air vest to make your vest nearly invisible. So, should you wear your air vest over or under your show coat?

Ride EquiSafe founder Catherine Winter is joined by Irish Olympian Kevin Babington and Geoff Wight of Athletes Risk Management to discuss how to protection your physical, financial, and mental well-being in the saddle.