Poll
Safety First
What safety equipment do you wear when riding your horse? (Check all that apply.)
Total votes cast: 4994
Comments & Write-in Answers
i NEVER LEAVE HOME WITHOUT HEAD PROTECTION/HOW STUPID COULD ANYONE BE!!
9/29/2008 12:11:51 PM
I wear non baggy clothing
9/29/2008 8:46:28 AM
chest protector when jumping
9/29/2008 12:14:25 AM
Usually None
9/28/2008 11:57:27 PM
I think a riding helmet is a must and surprised so many rodeo events on TV with no helmets
9/28/2008 6:02:18 PM
I wear Jeans to keep ticks off of my lower body
9/28/2008 2:30:33 PM
cell phone, mini 1st aid kit
9/27/2008 11:09:20 PM
caged, endurance stirrups
9/27/2008 5:29:05 PM
cell phone as well as a pocket equine knife
9/27/2008 2:37:55 PM
Always wear boots around horses but admit no other safety equipment
9/27/2008 1:24:47 PM
Body vest only when jumping or breaking horses
9/27/2008 12:02:02 PM
flourscent vest and tail bandage
9/27/2008 8:34:24 AM
shirt that covers the shoulders
9/27/2008 7:35:54 AM
i know its not safe, but i hop on my horse bareback wearing flip flops
9/26/2008 10:16:21 PM
cell phone when out on the trail
9/26/2008 9:36:48 PM
goggles
9/26/2008 9:16:12 PM
What people wear for protection while riding a horse, is their business and choice and no one elses.
9/26/2008 3:16:50 PM
I learned the hardway with a concusion to wear a helmet even if I now ride western.
9/26/2008 1:29:02 PM
No one rides w/o helmet. Horse can trip/step in hole. Safety doesn't have to do w/ riders skills.
9/26/2008 12:20:42 PM
No beanie protector no ride-my rule even at 48 yrs young!
9/26/2008 12:20:03 PM
"Bubble wrap"...just kidding!
9/26/2008 11:36:29 AM
I don't ride-I drive. Helmets are still vital for safety!
9/26/2008 11:14:31 AM
I wear a neck pouch with 3 compartments. I carry antihistamines,aspirin,cellphone,antacids,peptobis
9/26/2008 10:42:27 AM
body protector for trail riding
9/26/2008 9:01:29 AM
reflective gear for rider & horse
9/26/2008 8:48:05 AM
Never without helmet - persuade others to get one especially for trails
9/26/2008 2:21:59 AM
Body protector/vest only when on the x-country course
9/26/2008 2:11:29 AM
The helmet depends on what I'm doing: playing polo, jumping: yes riding my western pleasure horse no
9/26/2008 12:48:51 AM
Only wear vest on the trail. Half chaps not full.
9/26/2008 12:28:02 AM
If I had to put on all the above I'd be to tired to ride.
9/25/2008 11:44:31 PM
Hat and Sunscreen in the desert!
9/25/2008 11:06:12 PM
Cell Phone
9/25/2008 10:58:48 PM
Never wear tank tops! If you fall, scars are garaunteed.
9/25/2008 10:08:19 PM
Long sleeve shirts
9/25/2008 10:07:06 PM
Denim jeans
9/25/2008 10:00:03 PM
I.D. tag
9/25/2008 9:24:51 PM
although i think it's personal choice as i get older i realize the need to wear protective gear
9/25/2008 8:00:06 PM
water cell phone
9/25/2008 7:46:49 PM
A helmet and boots when riding colts, always wear boots when competing.
9/25/2008 6:51:55 PM
Long sleeves, heavy denim pant, cowboy riding boots
9/25/2008 6:44:26 PM
usually none
9/25/2008 6:43:06 PM
cell phone on ME not horse! :-)
9/25/2008 6:20:12 PM
sunglasses (bicyclists)to keep dibris out of my eyes.
9/25/2008 5:30:54 PM
depends on the activity, the age of the horse
9/25/2008 5:12:08 PM
I don't ride, my horses are companions and pets.
9/25/2008 5:09:31 PM
i wear everything but vest,just cracked ribs from fall,will wear vest now!!
9/25/2008 4:54:54 PM
Gloves for support and good riding boots for strength in my feet.
9/25/2008 4:53:49 PM
Always have my cellphone.
9/25/2008 4:29:05 PM
shoe boot, compass, watch and cellphone (for emergency needs only)
9/25/2008 3:13:17 PM
I used to wear a helmet, but since learning Natural Horse Man Ship I don't feel the need
9/25/2008 2:56:05 PM
After falling off my horse the third time.... I finally got smart. Today, I NEVER ride w/o a helmet
9/25/2008 2:49:31 PM
eyeglasses too! rocks thrown up by running horses can cause serious injury
9/25/2008 2:47:43 PM
My daughter (10) and I never ride without our helmets!
9/25/2008 2:46:38 PM
compass and whistle since I ride in the forests in Northern CA and got lost once for 4 hours
9/25/2008 2:43:46 PM
Always a helmet
9/25/2008 2:26:49 PM
Last year I fractured two back bones my horse spooked
9/25/2008 2:26:29 PM
knee pads! I'm a polo player :-)
9/25/2008 2:18:45 PM
FIRST AID KIT IN SADDLEBAGS
9/25/2008 2:11:32 PM
I guess I do not wear any "safety" equipment
9/25/2008 1:48:49 PM
sunscreen!
9/25/2008 1:30:58 PM
All my students use a breastcollar on their horses...
9/25/2008 1:23:44 PM
I wear all of the above on green horses.
9/25/2008 1:22:34 PM
sometimes a reflective vest; sometimes bells
9/25/2008 11:57:31 AM
Foolishly, I wear a helmet only when riding an unfamiliar or young horse.
9/25/2008 11:43:01 AM
I used to hate wearing a helmet. Now that I am breaking my 5yo Arab gelding,I think it is necessary
9/25/2008 11:00:46 AM
After having to learn to walk again at 38 yrs old, helmets are NOT negociable at my farm
9/25/2008 10:44:31 AM
I am ashamed to say NOTHING.
9/25/2008 9:58:36 AM
helmet, helmet, helmet. 17 staples in my scalp convinced me.
9/25/2008 9:52:23 AM
can't beleive most riders I see use no head protection. I feel like I am riding naked without it
9/25/2008 9:41:01 AM
Safety vest when on a hunter pace or if my horse seems very spooky
9/25/2008 9:14:39 AM
Grew up riding with the always helmet rule, so still do. Jump in a vest and all kids wear H/V/B/G
9/25/2008 8:43:50 AM
I always carry my cell phone for more than one reason..not only for my own saftey but the saftey of
9/25/2008 8:13:44 AM
always HELMET, quality tack, including running martingale
9/25/2008 7:54:48 AM
Always Boots and Jeans,a Cell Phone is a must
9/25/2008 4:59:45 AM
I do ride in a helmet when the situation requires
9/24/2008 11:26:00 PM
Always have a working cell phone in my pocket/ having a gps is also a bonus
9/24/2008 10:42:57 PM
Reflective items on horse & myself when riding in approaching darkness and/or dark cloudy days.
9/24/2008 9:51:07 PM
I don't use a helmet when riding (though I should) but do use it when driving my horse.
9/24/2008 8:25:44 PM
reflective vest when appropriate
9/24/2008 7:59:49 PM
We also have tapaderos on our saddles.
9/24/2008 6:59:15 PM
Sunscreen! Cell Phone, First aid kit, xtra lead, all purpose tool.
9/24/2008 6:55:49 PM
When I ride English I wear a helmet and in cold weather I wear chaps and gloves
9/24/2008 6:47:02 PM
a smile
9/24/2008 4:35:21 PM
The helmet has kept me out of the hospital more than once.
9/24/2008 4:29:32 PM
In 05 I stove in the back of my helmet and got a fractured skull.No hat, no me!
9/24/2008 4:19:20 PM
Cell phone
9/24/2008 4:06:57 PM
ALWAYS a helmet - ne excuses. Not worth the risk otherwise.
9/24/2008 3:05:59 PM
I wear long sleeves in the woods to protect me from breaking out from pine resin, etc.
9/24/2008 2:44:08 PM
Cell phone on my belt clip
9/24/2008 2:41:58 PM
safety stirrups
9/24/2008 2:28:20 PM
I carry a hoofpick, pepper spray and a cell phone in a fanny pack.
9/24/2008 2:11:15 PM
Riding without a helmet is as dangerous as driving without seatbelts fastened.
9/24/2008 1:51:51 PM
I don't need to protect myself from my horse
9/24/2008 1:46:41 PM
and quick release stirrups
9/24/2008 1:32:38 PM
After a recent fall I am looking into getting a safety vest and helmet.
9/24/2008 1:31:48 PM
ID card, cell phn/epi pen
9/24/2008 1:28:02 PM
none
9/24/2008 1:25:34 PM
ride with careful sane people
9/24/2008 12:54:57 PM
I always wear a helmet! I've seen too many injuries when riders were simply walking to the arena.
9/24/2008 12:46:06 PM
I always wear shoes with heels, usually paddock boots; fully certified helmets can cost < $30
9/24/2008 12:27:56 PM
ride with a shoe with a heel as well
9/24/2008 11:55:33 AM
I ware Pants & T-shirt & my ariat boots
9/24/2008 11:48:58 AM
ALWAYS carry a cellphone
9/24/2008 10:44:58 AM
always boots with heel and helmet!
9/24/2008 10:42:58 AM
Boots and Helmet are a must to help avoid injuries. Stuff happens
9/24/2008 10:33:13 AM
No rider should ever ride a horse without a halmet strapped on.
9/24/2008 10:28:30 AM
ALWAYS wear a riding helmet and boots!
9/24/2008 10:20:09 AM
No protection, per say. Just cowboy boots.
9/24/2008 10:15:56 AM
You can get a good helmet for $30.00. Cheap insurance for my family and me.
9/24/2008 10:09:15 AM
none
9/24/2008 10:07:25 AM
Body protector only on cross country
9/24/2008 9:54:31 AM
I ride a Mule so i don't need much
9/24/2008 9:40:20 AM
Always always wear a helmet-this goes for you Western, saddleseat, etc riders as well. You are not "
9/24/2008 9:39:58 AM
Thinking about getting a vest -- over 60 riders don't bounce as well
9/24/2008 9:36:10 AM
None
9/24/2008 9:34:06 AM
Sometimes gloves too
9/24/2008 9:28:32 AM
I always thought helmets were dorky, but mine has saved my head quite a few times
9/24/2008 9:21:21 AM
Always wear jeans--never shorts .
9/24/2008 9:09:40 AM
cell phone
9/24/2008 9:09:05 AM
Carry a cell phone
9/24/2008 9:06:06 AM
Just started wearing a helmet...had a bad fall and a head trama after encountering a bear.
9/24/2008 8:42:33 AM
none
9/24/2008 8:39:42 AM
safety stirrups
9/24/2008 8:30:15 AM
none
9/24/2008 8:17:25 AM
I never get on a horse without wearing my helmet.
9/24/2008 7:43:36 AM
I wish our Western community was more supportive of wearing helmets maybe the new Troxel will help.
9/24/2008 7:42:21 AM
I always wear my helmet and riding boots
9/24/2008 7:20:04 AM
reflective vest for road riding, safety glasses for trail riding
9/24/2008 7:07:00 AM
sunglass for eye protection on trail
9/24/2008 6:52:02 AM
Fluorescent and Reflective waistcoat etc
9/24/2008 6:49:54 AM
I wear what is necessary for what I am doing.
9/24/2008 6:25:47 AM
Helmets are lifesaving! Never without
9/24/2008 12:56:34 AM
Sunscreen and sunglasses are also important!
9/24/2008 12:00:50 AM
SAFETY first! I'm on the hunt for a vest too.
9/23/2008 11:52:19 PM
I wear a tipperary vest when jumping outdoors.
9/23/2008 11:42:47 PM
I have a Arab Mare it is needed
9/23/2008 11:34:23 PM
cell phone
9/23/2008 11:29:42 PM
NEVER, EVER ride without a helmet
9/23/2008 11:26:38 PM
oversized, covered stirrups
9/23/2008 11:26:02 PM
tack in excellent condition
9/23/2008 11:00:25 PM
I had a stroke. My balance is not good. Need all the protection I can get.
9/23/2008 10:56:51 PM
Bucking strap or martingale as a grabber
9/23/2008 10:37:46 PM
tighter fitting clothes so they don't get caught up on anything
9/23/2008 10:37:15 PM
safety glasses instead of eye glasses
9/23/2008 10:32:05 PM
I should wear my helmet..I have a nice one, but rarely wear it to hack around.
9/23/2008 10:20:18 PM
Always wear riding jeans with additional inner leg protection
9/23/2008 10:13:10 PM
on show horses i dont usually wear protector safety vest, but excercising racehorses i do.
9/23/2008 10:01:46 PM
Always wear helmet & heeled boots, usually wear half chaps (or tall boots) & gloves.
9/23/2008 9:56:21 PM
But only when my partner is acting a little stressed.
9/23/2008 9:32:32 PM
none of the above!
9/23/2008 9:18:52 PM
crop
9/23/2008 9:13:30 PM
none
9/23/2008 9:05:07 PM
For safety's sake, I ALWAYS
9/23/2008 8:54:12 PM
break-away stirrups
9/23/2008 8:49:15 PM
Alway a Helmet and Riding Boots, never get on a horse with out them!
9/23/2008 8:45:21 PM
I've switched to peacock stirrups after seeing how they have saved my daughter from being stuck!
9/23/2008 8:38:09 PM
peacock irons
9/23/2008 8:31:46 PM
Break-Away Stirrups!
9/23/2008 8:31:14 PM
none
9/23/2008 8:21:08 PM
cell phone (noise turned off) for emergency calls if your horse dumps you
9/23/2008 8:20:36 PM
nothing
9/23/2008 8:20:17 PM
cell phone
9/23/2008 8:14:46 PM
Sunscreen,Sunglasses,and 1/2 chaps when riding English
9/23/2008 8:13:46 PM
I usually always wear a helmet, but not always boots/chaps depending on if im riding bareback or not
9/23/2008 8:11:34 PM
Really, really important for safety -- my cell phone
9/23/2008 8:06:56 PM
I have found the body protectors to be HORRIBLY unsafe.
9/23/2008 7:57:06 PM
Millers heels down shoes, helmet and half chaps
9/23/2008 7:51:02 PM
Even in hot weather I wear long sleeves to protect from the sun, scrapes and bugs.
9/23/2008 7:49:51 PM
Chaps only in Winter
9/23/2008 7:48:33 PM
Helmets are required due to insurance issues thru most of the state; CT
9/23/2008 7:44:07 PM
Our barn motto, no helmet, no ride
9/23/2008 7:41:23 PM
appropirate riding sneakers/shoes. Hate boots.
9/23/2008 7:35:53 PM
saddle
9/23/2008 7:34:19 PM
Glad I do after a BAD fall left me with only a minor concussion & bruises
9/23/2008 7:30:03 PM
cell phone
9/23/2008 7:18:56 PM
My helmet saved my life just two weeks ago. I would be dead w/out it.
9/23/2008 7:17:44 PM
a good saddle
9/23/2008 7:15:00 PM
1/2 Chaps,Full Chaps
9/23/2008 7:14:41 PM
parachute
9/23/2008 7:14:04 PM
New helmet every three years even if there are no crashes
9/23/2008 7:08:53 PM
Peacock stirrups even though I'm an adult rider.
9/23/2008 7:06:15 PM
SPF 30+ !!!
9/23/2008 7:03:47 PM
Cell phone!
9/23/2008 7:00:13 PM
lately I have worn schooling chaps on trail rides.
9/23/2008 6:59:02 PM
I would not ride without my helmet.
9/23/2008 6:57:55 PM
cell phone
9/23/2008 6:54:41 PM
1/2 chaps, cell phone
9/23/2008 6:49:10 PM
I think wearing a helmet, at the minumum, is just sensible
9/23/2008 6:43:22 PM
What I wear for gear really depends on the horse and what I am doing with the horse
9/23/2008 6:35:48 PM
maximum coverage sun glasses; sun block lip balm; long sleeves; brimmed hat; knife
9/23/2008 6:35:36 PM
knee brace
9/23/2008 6:29:35 PM
wear a vest only if it quite cool. Balance a sure heat stroke VS possible rib fracture
9/23/2008 6:19:23 PM
large measure of common sense
9/23/2008 6:10:36 PM
my brain - think before your do - anything
9/23/2008 6:09:24 PM
I'll admit I only wear safety equipment when working other's horses. My mare is 28.
9/23/2008 6:08:41 PM
none but have made teenage nieces wear helmets and boots since started riding at two
9/23/2008 6:08:11 PM
If jumping XC body protector as well
9/23/2008 5:56:28 PM
breeches to keep from getting blisters on my inside of knees
9/23/2008 5:55:49 PM
Cell phone!
9/23/2008 5:47:39 PM
I am a driver not a rider so riding boots & leg protection don't apply.
9/23/2008 5:41:12 PM
Don't ususally wear it, but always have my helmet in case I am required to. Too 'old school'!
9/23/2008 5:37:50 PM
Unless you are a beginner I don't think you need to be armored to ride.
9/23/2008 5:34:45 PM
I NEVER ride without a helmet! Usually, boots are second nature!
9/23/2008 5:30:35 PM
the body protection is worn only when jumping.
9/23/2008 5:30:16 PM
Plan to buy vest in next few months
9/23/2008 5:12:55 PM
Sunglasses w/safety lenses
9/23/2008 5:08:31 PM
cell phone, on person-not horse. Cell +helmet saved my life.
9/23/2008 5:08:20 PM
blaze orange helmet cover and saddle pad in hunting season
9/23/2008 5:02:15 PM
Safety Equip has saved me from serious injury on many occassions throughout my professional career
9/23/2008 4:57:18 PM
Dog tags and a flat whistle. Make sure what you put them on will break or release if you get wrapped
9/23/2008 4:55:47 PM
carry a cell phone
9/23/2008 4:54:58 PM
Helmets are so necessary for "all ages"! Years of riding, I wear a helmet tacking up & down!
9/23/2008 4:52:35 PM
neon orange vest to increase visibility to others using the trails, ATV's, bicyclers, hikers, hunter
9/23/2008 4:51:35 PM
winter falls hurt. buy puffy coat! it really works, but you never have it on when you actually fall.
9/23/2008 4:51:04 PM
If jumping, then a vest and chaps as well
9/23/2008 4:46:22 PM
none
9/23/2008 4:40:49 PM
One might consider a cell phone as safety equipment, especially if you are trail riding alone.
9/23/2008 4:34:44 PM
sunblock shirts
9/23/2008 4:34:12 PM
If riding with a saddle always have shoes on with a heal.
9/23/2008 4:33:57 PM
Jeans, Shoes, Shirt
9/23/2008 4:31:21 PM
I also wear a RoadID bracelet, which has my emergency info on it
9/23/2008 4:30:04 PM
Alot of prayer
9/23/2008 4:29:52 PM
I never get on a horse without a helmet
9/23/2008 4:28:29 PM
none......Barb
9/23/2008 4:27:22 PM
my horse always weres wraps
9/23/2008 4:22:02 PM
Goggles
9/23/2008 4:17:28 PM
body protector only when im doing xcountry
9/23/2008 4:16:30 PM
It depends on where I am riding what I wear.
9/23/2008 4:11:23 PM
Sometimes Gloves
9/23/2008 4:09:42 PM
Helmet & safe footwear--Every Time, Every Ride!
9/23/2008 4:07:43 PM
cell phone, whistle, light wt. emergency cover, bandaids, names and phones #'s on horse's bridle/sad
9/23/2008 4:06:39 PM
Sometimes gloves
9/23/2008 4:05:58 PM
stirrups with open (no) sides
9/23/2008 4:05:14 PM
2 broken helmets but an unscathed skull made me a real believee
9/23/2008 4:04:39 PM
Cell phone on me (not on the horse). Pistol if we're off the property.
9/23/2008 4:04:27 PM
Anyone who rides a horse without a helmet is nutz!!
9/23/2008 4:00:19 PM
It is extreemly important to where a hard hat & proper foot wear( boots with a heel) when riding!
9/23/2008 3:59:43 PM
safety glasses
9/23/2008 3:57:09 PM
I wear body protection when jumping.
9/23/2008 3:56:36 PM
Should wear a helmet, but I don't . I do have my children wear riding boots and helmets.
9/23/2008 3:54:28 PM
i never ride without a helmet!
9/23/2008 3:50:22 PM
Don't forget the cell phone even if riding in the round pen. Better safe than sorry.
9/23/2008 3:49:07 PM
None
9/23/2008 3:46:15 PM
safety stirrups
9/23/2008 3:45:45 PM
I always wear a helmet.You can thank my 4-H leader for that! It has saved me a few times!!
9/23/2008 3:45:37 PM
helmet:always,gloves:sometimes,boots, chaps:always,safety vest:for x-c jumping: almost:always
9/23/2008 3:45:17 PM
I don't always wear a helmet but I'm better than I used to be.
9/23/2008 3:43:06 PM
knee brace for bad knee
9/23/2008 3:42:37 PM
vest on x-country course or riskier situations
9/23/2008 3:40:39 PM
I just trail ride but protecting my body is important. I have 16 grandkids. Still enjoying them @ 64
9/23/2008 3:36:10 PM
brain
9/23/2008 3:35:21 PM
Sunscreen!!
9/23/2008 3:34:37 PM
none, probably should
9/23/2008 3:34:00 PM
I wear a velcro-strap-on cell phone holder, on my outer calf, for emergencies.
9/23/2008 3:32:01 PM
I really haven't used any in my 4 decades of ridding.
9/23/2008 3:28:28 PM
leg mange jprse
9/23/2008 3:23:15 PM
Cell phone!
9/23/2008 3:22:00 PM
high viz
9/23/2008 3:21:31 PM
Wear a safety vest when I ride xc or young horses
9/23/2008 3:19:28 PM
Face it. Ain't no way to keep from git'n hurt with horses!
9/23/2008 3:17:00 PM
I consider my Equissential breeches part of my safety equipment.
9/23/2008 3:16:31 PM
W e require ASTM-SEI current approved Helmets for all riders any age and heeled shoes or boots
9/23/2008 3:15:50 PM
Vest for cross country only
9/23/2008 3:11:17 PM
Sujglasses if possible to protect my eyes from branches, etc.
9/23/2008 3:08:34 PM
I always tack up with a v-breastplate to grab; that's my 'shoulder-harness'!
9/23/2008 3:07:55 PM
blaze orange during hunting season, plus always carry cell phone
9/23/2008 3:04:36 PM
padock boots and chaps
9/23/2008 2:58:38 PM
cell phone
9/23/2008 2:57:46 PM
Used to only wear a helmet riding english, learned my lesson the hard way...
9/23/2008 2:57:40 PM
I also wear break-away stirrups
9/23/2008 2:57:15 PM
lucky hat
9/23/2008 2:55:43 PM
I always carry a cell phone for emergencies
9/23/2008 2:55:30 PM
everyone should wear helmets. A friend of ours was stompped to death because of no helmet!
9/23/2008 2:55:07 PM
every time!
9/23/2008 2:53:31 PM
I wear a body vest if I am jumping X-country only
9/23/2008 2:52:18 PM
cell phone
9/23/2008 2:47:58 PM
I should wear a helmet.
9/23/2008 2:47:32 PM
Tucked in or shirts that fall above behind while standing. Longer shirts can catch on the saddle
9/23/2008 2:41:58 PM
Helmet and gloves always; boots if using saddle; vest for XC, chaps in cold weather
9/23/2008 2:41:10 PM
The helmet is an absolute MUST; I could go without anything else in a pinch if I had to.
9/23/2008 2:39:19 PM
Sunscreen
9/23/2008 2:38:59 PM
Body protector vest on occasion
9/23/2008 2:38:25 PM
helmet/gloves all the time & either chaps or boots. Wear the vest for x-country riding/jumping
9/23/2008 2:36:59 PM
It's worth it because if I'm hurt then I cannot ride!
9/23/2008 2:36:26 PM
If I didn't wear a helmet I would have died the last time I fell. Everyone should always wear one.
9/23/2008 2:34:47 PM
Helmet and heeled boots - always! Half chaps and gloves - usually
9/23/2008 2:33:07 PM
I do not get on without my helmet. Saved my life at least once.
9/23/2008 2:31:59 PM
only wear a helmet at shows and when instructing at other facilities.
9/23/2008 2:30:23 PM
cell phone
9/23/2008 2:28:18 PM
never ride with loose clothing .. nothing to get hooked up on saddle horn .. use breakaway stirrups
9/23/2008 2:27:03 PM
mouth piece
9/23/2008 2:26:58 PM
long pants
9/23/2008 2:26:43 PM
We always have a cell phone on trail rides and extra reins, vet wrap, & lead line.
9/23/2008 2:23:42 PM
Only wear vest for XC, also carry a phone when not riding competition.
9/23/2008 2:21:01 PM
I don't ride anymore, but I drive a carriage
9/23/2008 2:19:12 PM
carry cell phone on my person, not on the horse
9/23/2008 2:13:48 PM
Anyone on my farm must wear a helmet ANTIME they are on a horse, even to walk
9/23/2008 12:45:53 PM
depends on which horse and what we're doing.
9/23/2008 11:40:50 AM
Body protector when riding youngsters, hacking out horses for the 1st & cross-country jumping
9/23/2008 9:54:31 AM
jodphurs and a long sleeved shirt
9/23/2008 9:48:54 AM
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- A study found no difference in stress levels of horses that received soft or harsh verbal tones from handlers during training, a result that surprised the researchers. Do you feel like your horse responds to the tone of your voice?
- How do you manage pasture weeds on your horse property?
- How often and why do you longe your horses?
- How important are wheat-free ingredients in your equine supplements and horse feed?
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Limpet anti-slip saddle pad held my saddle in place when my horse spooked and saved my life
9/29/2008 1:30:24 PM