When it comes to horse riding, safety is non-negotiable, and a well-fitted helmet is a critical part of that equation. The fit of your helmet is influenced significantly by the shape of your head. Kask helmets offer a variety of shapes tailored to different head...
Image:Victor Rouge Winning first day Grand National Meeting at Riccarton Racecourse. Owner/Trainer Robyn Wilson Exciting News for Horse Racing: WTP Bit with Brakes and Bit with Brakes Ring Bit Now Legal in NZ and Australia Horse racing enthusiasts, rejoice! There’s...
Before buying Oakridge, I had never heard of WTP Bits but, they have since became a firm favourite in my books! But what are they? How do they work and why do they suit so many horses? In this article we will answer these questions and hopefully by the end of it...
Winter Winners Heading into winter is never the highlight of any equestrians year. Daylight hours get shorter, our horses begin to moult, not to mention the mud that starts to hang around! Last weekend I was at the Bates Dressage Nationals in Taupō and we hit -2 over...
Leather care is essential for ensuring your boots last as long as possible and look like the day you brought them. Leather Care – Cleaning The first step in this process is to clean your leather boots regularly. Cleaning your boots removes dirt, grime and dust...
This article on helmet tagging was published on the 5th of July 2023 by Equestrian Sports New Zealand and answers a range of frequently asked questions. All competing riders will need to make sure their helmet is yellow tagged as meeting the Quality Mark safety...