practical horseman’s 2012 tack apparel guide

Practical Horseman’s 2012

Tack apparelGuide

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This year’s mission to bring you the latest and greatest in equestrian fashion and gear

began at the American Equestrian Trade Association’s international trade show

in January. We braved hundreds of busy vendor booths to find out

what was on the way to your favorite tack shops, online retailers

and catalogs. Then we talked with retailers, manufacturers and distributors in

North America and beyond to lasso 79 of the most up-to-date styles, technology

and fabrics for you and your horse. Happy shopping, and happy riding!

76 ....................................... Bridles

80 .............. Protective Front Boots

82............................... Show Coats

86 ............................... Show Shirts

94 ....................................... Gloves

Download a PDF of this guide with direct links to manufacturer websites

and view online product comparison charts, children’s coats and shirts,

and more information on the categories covered here at www.Practical

HorsemanMag.com. Or snap a photo of the tag at left using your

smartphone for a direct link to this material. Download the free app at

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By Kim F. Miller

Practical Horseman • May 201276

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Today’s new bridles cover the gamut from modestly priced functional fun with colored nose- and browband padding to bridles with custom-fit components and

designs that reduce or completely alleviate pressure on the poll. (Be sure to pick up next month’s issue to learn all about bridle leather, features and fit!)

Henri De Rivel Pro Stress-Free Raised Figure 8 BridleMaterial: Indian buffalo leatherSpecial features: Integrated padded crown (combines crown and noseband hanger into a single unit); contoured headstall; fleece nosepiece; side rings Reins: LacedColors: Australian nutSizes: Cob, horse, oversizePrice: $89.95Contact: www.hdrsaddlery.com

Shires Equestrian Washington BridleMaterial: Vegetable-tanned Shires leatherSpecial features: Comfort crown; fancy stitching; stainless steel square buckles and hook-and-stud fittingsReins: LacedColors: Dark HavanaSizes: Cob, full, extra fullPrice: $109; flash noseband loop ($5.99) and flash noseband ($6.99) not includedContact: www.shiresequestrian.com

Circuit Grand Prix Comfort Bridle Material: Sedgwick leatherSpecial features: Popular model

newly avail-able with fully padded, inte-grated crown; fancy-stitched and padded browband and nose-band; ½-inch cheekpieces; stainless steel hook-and-stud closures and hardware

Reins: Flat lacedColors: BrownSizes: Cob, horse, oversizePrice: $199.99Contact: www.doversaddlery.com

Ovation Recessed Crown System BridlesMaterial: Italian leatherSpecial features: Recessed Crown System allows the cavesson strap to pass over the crown in a recessed channel; relieves pressure and puts only soft padding in contact with the pollReins: Fancy-stitched raised lacedColors: Medium brownSizes: Cob, horse, oversizePrice: RCS Fancy Stitched Pad-ded bridle, RCS Ultra Raised Bridle (shown) and RCS Wide Padded Nose Bridle, all $199.95.Contact: www.englishridingsupply.com

Perri’s Premium Padded Leather Bridle with Removable FlashMaterial: Premium Indian leatherSpecial features: Removable flash noseband; colored noseband, crown and browband paddingReins: LacedColors: Havana with hunter green, blue, pink or snake-skin-print padding; black with pink, red, turquoise or snakeskin-print paddingSizes: Cob, horsePrice: $89.95Contact: www.perrisleather.com

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M. Toulouse Platinum Devon BridleMaterial: Sedgwick leatherSpecial features: Comfort crown and fancy stitching on browband and extra-wide nosebandReins: Fancy-stitched lacedColors: ChocolateSizes: Cob, full, extra fullPrice: $224Contact: www.marceltoulouse.com

Beval Conquer Mono Crown BridleMaterial: English leatherSpecial features: 1¼-inch padded monocrown with square-raised, fancy-stitched browband and cavesson; soft, supple leather is finished with beveled, rubbed edges; stainless-steel hardware with roller buckle on cavesson; portion of sale proceeds donated to Just-World InternationalReins: 5⁄8-inch square-raised fancy-stitched lacedColor: BrownSizes: Pony, cob, horse, oversizePrice: $295Contact: www.beval.com

Bobby’s English Tack Signature Series Round Raised Snaffle

Material: Soft, hand-picked English leatherSpecial features: Integrated padded crownpiece; fancy-stitched browband and nosebandReins: Fancy-stitched lacedColors: Light brown, dark HavanaSizes: Shetland, pony, cob, full, warmbloodPrice: $220Contact: www.bobbystack.com

Silverleaf Fancy Square Raised BridleMaterial: Superior drum-dyed leather using English tanning process

Special features: Leaf-pattern stitch-ing; noseband with padded roller buckles; reinforced cheek studsReins: Fancy-stitched lacedColors: Golden oak, African walnut Sizes: Pony, cob, horse, oversizePrice: $200 Contact: www.toklat.com Collegiate Comfort Crown

with Removable FlashMaterial: English leatherSpecial features: Cavesson strap lays flat in a beveled slot in padded recessed comfort crown; the converter for the completely removable flash noseband slips through a concealed slit in the padded noseband Reins: 5⁄8-inch fancy-stitched lacedColor: BrownSizes: Pony, cob, full, warmbloodPrice: $239Contact: Various tack shops


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Plymouth Elite Dressage BridleMaterial: Imported leatherSpecial features: Fully padded monocrown; buckle closures; 1-inch-wide flash noseband or crank noseband without flashReins: 5⁄8-inch rubberized web with leather stopsColors: BlackSizes: Cob, full, oversizePrice: $99.95Contact: www.smartpakequine.com

Five Star Tack Wyndham Dressage BridleMaterial: Sedgwick leatherSpecial features: Patent leather on double-round raised browband and noseband, which are both padded with supple calfskin; pad-ded, integrated crown; stainless-steel fittings; buckle closures; pinch guard and roller buckle on the flash nosebandReins: Sold separatelyColors: BlackSizes: Cob, full, oversizePrice: $280Contact: www.fivestartack.com

Smith-Worthington Signature Clincher BridleMaterial: Buffalo leather finished with English tanning methodsSpecial features: Clinchers on the noseband; softly padded browband and contoured crownpiece; crank noseband; buckle closuresReins: Gripper reins with stopsColors: BlackSizes: Cob, horse, large horse and draftPrice: $125Contact: www.smithworthington.com

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Vespucci Rolled Dressage BridleMaterial: English bridle leatherSpecial features: Single crownpiece; discrete rolled patent leather browband;

padded 1¼-inch nose-band with flash; buckle closuresReins: Rolled leather reins with grip backingColors: BlackSizes: Cob, horse, over-sizePrices: $370

snaffle; $475 Weymouth (double bridle)Contact: www.worldequestrianbrands.com

Passier Apollo SnaffleMaterial: Finest Passier regular and patent leatherSpecial features: Patent cavesson with flash and patent wave-shaped browband with Strass® Swarovski crystals; noseband hanger is firmly

attached to the softly lined headpiece for poll comfort; stainless steel or brass fittings with hook-stud closuresReins: Choice of narrow web reins with leather grips and stops, laced, rub-ber or Eventa® rubber Colors: Black, HavanaSizes: Pony, cob, full and oversizePrice: $294 Contact: www.passier.com

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Nurtural Bitless Elegant Leather BridleMaterial: English-tanned, drum-dyed, full-grain bridle leatherSpecial features: Circle X™ stabilizer holds bridle straps se-curely and comfortably under the horse’s chin for maximum control; adjustable reinstraps for improved bending and stopping; noseband gripping provides extra contact; one-piece crown facilitates consistent poll contactReins: Sold separatelyColors: Black, brown, tanSizes: Arabian, horse, warmblood.Price: $182 (based on press-time exchange rates for Canadian dollar)Contact: www.nurturalhorse.com

Dy’on Therapeutic Difference BridleMaterial: English leatherSpecial features: Hand’s-width setback of crownpiece completely alleviates pressure on the poll and behind the ears; throatlatch strap is adjusted tight and crossed with a special strap under the jawbone, which prevents the head-piece from slipping forward; collection includes a dressage bridle with flash noseband (brass fittings, cream stitching) and a double bridle (matching stitching, stainless buckles)Reins: Sold separatelyColors: Australian nut, blackSizes: Pony, cob, fullPrice: $649Contact: www.dyon.be

Windsor Equestrian Pro Comfort Double BridleMaterial: Superior quality English leather

Special features: Extra padding at crown and noseband and underneath the noseband crank; rounded buckles; two-year warrantyReins: Plain leather reins

with stopsColors: BlackSizes: Cob, horse, oversizePrice: $550Contact: www.windsorequestrian.com

PanaCavallo AristocratMaterial: Sedgwick leatherSpecial features: Trilogy Saddlery fitters measure horse’s head to order

custom-sized components; headstall, cheekpieces and throatlatch straps slide freely over the padded crown; padded, wide, square-raised crank cavesson with flash on snaffle style Reins: Leather continental reins with stops

Colors: BlackSizes: CustomPrice: $449 snaffle; $549 double bridleContact: www.panacavallo.com or www.trilogysaddles.com

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Dipping is Dangerous! Back in the day, in the United States anyway, it was standard to dip a new bridle in oil, typically neat’s-foot, and let it sit there for some time. The leather would darken and become suppler. Today, however, that can be dangerous. There are many different types of leather used in bridle making, and com-mon tanning techniques already use greases and fats to establish the desired moisture content. Dipping or soaking a new bridle in oil can up the moisture content to the point of weakening the leather fibers and increasing the odds of overstretching or breaking. Disregard your friend’s advice on this one and follow the recommendations from the manufacturer of your specific bridle on how to best break it in.


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f rom a throwback to flexible foam protection and support to high-tech material that hardens into a protective shield on impact, the latest crop of front leg boots has

something for everyone.

Centaur Super Suede Splint BootsType: All-purposeMaterial: Neoprene with full synthetic suede overlaySpecial features: Padding along inside of legFastener type: 3 wide hook-and-loop fastener straps Colors: Brown, black, dark green, red, navy, burgundy, lime, pinkSizes: M, LPrice: $24.95Contact: www.englishridingsupply.com

Flex Rider Comfort Flo Open Front Jump Boots Type: JumpingMaterial: Flexible rubber/plastic on outside; Comfort Flo and gel layers on insideSpecial features: Comfort Flo lining for breathable com-fort; outer material is flexible with plenty of cushionFastener type: 2 elastic peg-and-hole strapsColors: Black Sizes: Horse Price: $49.95Contact: www.intecperformancegear.com

Roma Pro TecType: All-purposeMaterial: NeopreneSpecial features: Contoured to provide maximum support and comfort with 360-degree protection; ventilated lining offers breathability and airflowFastener type: 4-strap TouchTape closure systemColors: White, navySizes: Pony, cob, fullPrice: $59.95Contact: Various tack stores

Nunn Finer Richland BootType: Cross countryMaterial: FoamSpecial features: Updated version of

the “Porter boot”; foam liners have double density along tendon in front wrap and along can-non bone in back boots; trimmable to fit individual horses; very lightweight;

won’t absorb waterFastener type: Held in place by self-adhesive or stretch bandage Colors: BlackSizes: Front, hindPrice: $53.95Contact: www.nunnfiner.com

Shires Equestrian Lightweight Event BootType: Cross country Material: NeopreneSpecial features: Reinforced inner strike pad for extra impact protection; lightweightFastener type: 3 touch-and-close strapsColors: Black Sizes: Pony, cob, fullPrice: $29.99 Contact: www.shiresequestrian.com


Woof Wear Smart Tendon Boots Type: JumpingMaterial: Breath-able neoprene with Lycra binding in flexible polyure-thane shell, with Poron® XRD at impact points Special features: Poron XRD is flex-ible in normal use but hardens into protective shield on impact, then returns to flexibil-ity; fetlock-locating technology for secure fit and increased ventilationFastener type: 2 elastic touch-and-close straps with overstrap for securityColors: BlackSizes: S, M/L, L/XLPrice: $101.95Contact: www.toklat.com

Mattes Hi-Pro Fleece Boots

Type: DressageMaterial: High-quality EHQ-FleeceSpecial features: This polo-wrap alterna-tive has durable fleece with protective leather patch along inside of leg; quick on/off; won’t slip or loosenFastener type: Hidden zipperColors: Customize with 17 colors in Mattes Couture rangeSizes: S–XLPrice: $130Contact: www.worldequestrianbrands.com

Boot UpDetermine your priorities before shopping. Cross-country-bound eventers typically want the most impact protection possible, while an open-front boot will often help discourage a show jumper from rapping rails. And a big-moving dressage horse will benefit from a boot or polo wrap that provides all-around protection from interference.

Sizes vary by manufacturer, but, generally, an average-size Thorough-bred wears a large, and a big-boned warmblood needs a size bigger. Most closure systems allow for some adjustment. Go for a fit that’s snug and stays put but leaves enough room to get your index finger between the boot or wrap and the horse’s leg so that it’s not impeding circulation.

Kentucky Horsewear Dressage Boot Type: DressageMaterial: D3O™, neoprene, Solimbra®, suede bindingSpecial features: Cutting-edge D3O technology provides lightweight, breathable and flexible shock absorption and protection; laminated in breathable, weather- and UV-resis-tant Solimbra fabric; tendon guard and anatomical fetlock fit; removable Velcro® country flag or logo patchFastener type: 3 Velcro® strapsColors: WhiteSizes: Full, extra fullPrice: $175.50Contact: www.kentucky-horsewear.com

Equilibrium AirLite Cross Country Boot Type: Cross countryMaterial: Outer layer is tough, flexible mesh; middle is breathable membrane; inner layer is shock-absorbing high-density foamSpecial features: Super lightweight with mesh screens and square opening for airflow; water-resistant material test-ed to withstand typical force of impact on cross country Fastener type: 3 straps with Velcro® closures and overstrap for securityColors: Black Sizes: M, LPrice: $155Contact: www.worldequestrianbrands.com


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w ith today’s high-tech performance fabrics getting more amazing by the minute, you can do a gymnastic routine in some of these show coats without a rip, let

alone a wrinkle. Light weights and breathability are hallmarks, but even if you do break a sweat, no sweat! You can throw the majority of these in the washing machine.

Hunter, equitation and dressage coats remain fairly traditional in style, but the latest trend for the jumper ring is short! Appropriated from Europe, these designs really stand out in the slow-to-change world of competitive equestrian fashion.

Arista Modern Hunter Jacket Material: 94% polyester/6% spandexSpecial features: Four-way-stretch, water-resistant, breath-able fabric; 3-button styling; “modern” finish option has a microfiber SuperSuede lapel, two front pockets, a zip pocket on the arm and silver snap buttons; “conservative” finish has a plain collar, no arm pockets and navy buttons Colors: Navy modern and conservative (shown) finishesSizes Ladies XS–XXLCare: Machine washPrice: $230Contact: www.aristaequestrian.com

B Vertigo Marc Softshell Competition JacketMaterial: 90% polyester/10% spandexSpecial features: Stretchy, breathable, water-repellent material; sporty 4-button designColors: Fusion grayCare: Machine wash coldSizes: Men’s XXS–XXLPrice: $411Contact: www.horze.com

GPA Lady II StrassMaterial: 89% nylon/11% elastaneSpecial features: Strass® Swarovski crystals on collar edge and pockets; stretch fabric with no lining through the body to keep it lightweight; taffeta lining in sleeves; classic shape; 3-button stylingColors: Black, navy, chocolate, anthracite, redSizes: Ladies European 34–46, regular and longCare: Machine washPrice: $410 (based on press-time exchange rates for the Euro)Contact: www.gpa-nosewtechnology.com

GPA Grand Prix Men’sMaterial: 89% nylon/11% elastaneSpecial features: Stretch fabric with no lining through the body to keep it lightweight; taffeta lining in sleeves; classic shape; 3 buttons

Colors: black, navy, chocolate, anthracite, redCare: Machine washSizes: Men’s 34–46, regular and longPrice: $437.50 (based on press-time exchange rates for the Euro)Contact: www.gpa-nosewtechnology.com

Grand Prix Techlite Quinn & Rylie CoatsMaterial: Techlite Special features: Lightweight, stretchy, cool and wrin-kle-resistant fabric; hidden front zipper under 4-button front prevents gapping; discrete inseam zip-front pocket; Quinn has plain collar and tone-on-tone buttons; Rylie (shown) has matching Ultrasuede collar and silver logo buttonsColors: Black, navy, graySizes: Ladies 6–18, regular or longCare: Machine washPrice: Quinn $349; Rylie $359Contact: www.frantisi.com

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Kingsland Sloan CoatMaterial: 100% polyesterSpecial features: Breathable, water-resistant fabric with mesh lining; 3 Kingsland logo buttons and color bandsColors: “Black navy”Sizes: Ladies

European 32–44 (XXS–XXL)Care: Machine washPrice: $459Contact: www.kingsland.no

O’Shaughnessey Apparel Malone CoatMaterial: Tropical-weight wool from Italy and PortugalSpecial features: Contrasting upper collar; lined in red and piped in black; 3 pewter equestrian-motif buttons; made in the Pacific Northwest Colors: Small black-and-white houndstooth pattern; other fabrics available in this styleSizes: Ladies 2–14Care: Dry cleanPrice: $525Contact: www.oshaughnesseyapparel.com

Ariat Crowne Pro Show CoatMaterial: Schoeller dynamic stretch twillSpecial features: Short European jumper styling; coldblack® finish reflects heat and provides UV protection; concealed zip-pered hand pockets; intricate seam detailing; stretch shoulder panels; mesh upper lining; zip-front closure Colors: Black, navySizes: Ladies 8–20 regular; 10–18 long Care: Machine washPrice: $499.95Contact: www.ariat.com

Gersemi Idun Show Jacket Material: Schoeller polyester/ polyamide/elastin blend

Special features: Snug-fitting coat made from four-way-stretch fabric; water-repellent; unlined for maxi-mum breathability; in-seam zippered front pockets; 3 matte buttons in silver, gold or blackColors: Black, ink, navy, brownSizes: Ladies 4–14Care: Machine washPrice: $450Contact: www.gersemi.se

Kentucky Riding Wear Helli Jumper JacketMaterial: Softshell fabricSpecial features: Short European styling; lightweight, breathable, water-resistant stretch fabric; piping; stitched accents; 4 eye-catching buttonsColors: Black with red accents, red with black accents, anthracite with silver-gray accentsSizes: Ladies 8–20, regular and longCare: Machine washPrice: $589Contact: www.kentucky-reitmode.de

Animo Lovely Competition Coat Material: 88% polypropylene/12% elastomerSpecial features: Technical performance fabric with extreme stretch and breathability; flattering paneled construction with hidden zippers on placket and pockets; Ultrasuede contrast trimColors: NavySizes: Ladies European 38–48Care: Machine washPrice: $799Contact: www.usaanimo.com


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Eous Resis-Tech Dressage Coat Material: 68% polyester/24% polyamide/8% polyurethane softshellSpecial features: Water-resistant, dirt-repelling fabric in breathable softshell weight; classic single-vent styling with two front pockets; stretch lining; 4 brushed-silver horse-head buttons; silver piped collarColors: BlackSizes: Ladies 4–24Care: Machine washPrice: $130Contact: www.equisupplies.com

Windsor Apparel Cutaway Riding JacketMaterial: 100% woven polyester twillSpecial features: Traditional European cutaway style; double front pockets; fully lined; double back vents; 4 horse-head-embellished buttons; velvet collar with gold braid trimColors: NavySizes: Ladies US 4–14Care: Dry clean

Price: $298 (based on press-time exchange rates for the Australian dollar)Contact: www.windsorapparel.com.au

Romfh Feather-Lite Dressage CoatMaterial: Cotton/micropoly/viscoseSpecial features: Lightweight fabric is soft to the touch and stretchy; mesh lining for breathability and cooling; 4-button stylingColors: BlackSizes: Ladies 8–18 regular; 10–14 longCare: Machine washPrice: $189Contact: www.romfh.com

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Goode Rider Regal Dressage CoatMaterial: Four-way-stretch microfiber softshell Special features: Stay Cool Stay Dry Wicking technology in water-repellent fabric; inside chest pocket; silver lining; 4 antique silver buttons; satin collar with pipingColors: BlackSizes: Ladies 4–16Care: Dry cleanPrice: $299Contact: www.gooderider.com

Kingsland Dressage CoatsMaterial: One-way-stretch Italian wool or Schoeller full stretch technical fabricSpecial features: Wool coat features vel-

vet on collar and cuffs; 100% Ital-ian satin lining; Schoeller fabric version features leather patch with gold logo on waist pock-ets; air holes

under sleeves; silver rivet on sleeves; half mesh lining; 4-button styling; Winston Churchill’s quote, “Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference,” embroidered inside; unique double waist seamColors: Wool: black and brown with gold buttons, navy with silver and crystal buttons; Schoeller: black, navySizes: Ladies European 32–44 Care: Wool, spot clean or dry clean; Schoeller, machine washPrice: $529.95, wool; $579.95, SchoellerContact: www.kingslanddressage.com

Asmar Equestrian Dressage Tail CoatMaterial: 63% polyester/ 35% rayon/2% spandex (slightly different

fabric mix in navy)Special features: Breathable, medi-um-weight, two-way-stretch suiting fabric; European tailoring; weighted tails; smooth lining that’s easy to wipe down after a ride; interchangeable

vest points in deep red, pewter, plum and gold/yellow includedColors: Black, navy pinstripeSizes: Ladies XS–2XLCare: Dry cleanPrice: $480Contact: www.asmarequestrian.com


Horze Softshell Competition JacketMaterial: 92% polyester/8% elastane outer shell bonded with 100% cotton

Special features: Elegant, tailored design in stretch fabric; waterproof outer shell; 4-button stylingColors: BlackSizes: Ladies European 32/34, 36/38, 40/42, 44/46 (XS–XL)Care: Machine washPrice: $139Contact: www.horze.com

Shires Equestrian Velvet-Trimmed Show JacketMaterial: PolyesterSpecial features: Fitted shape in fabric that allows full range of motion; 4 silver buttons on front and 2 at wrist; velvet and piping on collar and pockets Colors: Navy, blackSizes: Ladies 2–14Care: Machine washPrice: $109.99Contact: www.shiresequestrian.com

Crossover Ovation Performance CoatMaterial: Lightweight stretch gabardine Special features: Devon back (flattering seams that arc from mid-shoulder to hem) with center vent; breathable stretch-mesh lining; 4-button front; available with or without contrast-ing Ultrasuede collar Colors: Navy, black, navy with gray collar, navy with blue collar, black with gray collarSizes: Ladies 8–20 regular; 12–20 longCare: Machine washPrice: $225 self-collar; $250 Ultrasuede collarContact: www.englishridingsupply.com

RJ Classics Platinum Collection Crossover Coat Material: 80% nylon/20% elastaneSpecial features: Classic Cool® Competition four-way-stretch, high-tech softshell fabric is eco-friendly and breathable; water-resistant; wrinkle free, UV protection equivalent to SPF 50 sunscreen; moisture-management system; mesh lining; belted back; French facing; two interior pockets; 4 antique-silver logo buttons Colors: Navy, black, gray, brown, tonal black patternSizes: Ladies 0–16 regular, short and longCare: Machine washPrice: $424 ($474 with various collar color options)Contact: www.rjclassics.com

Get A Move On Don’t be shy in the tack shop dressing room or at home after your online order arrives. Ensure a comfortable and functional fit where it counts—in the saddle—by making these moves:

Shoulders: Allow room through the shoulders and upper back. After but-toning or zipping the coat, cross your arms in front of your body. If there’s no pull in the fabric across your back, that’s good.

Bust: Stand up straight and tall, as you would in the saddle, and make sure there’s no gaping between the buttons of your coat (or consider a style with a hidden zipper closure such as Animo’s Lovely, Grand Prix’s Quinn & Rylie and Ariat’s Pro Crowne).

Sleeve length: Break at the waist as you would while jumping and simu-late an automatic release with your arms and hands. A peek of your sleeve or wrist is fine, but not several inches. The correct sleeve length typically hits your thumb joint when you are standing up straight with your arms hanging down at your sides.


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whatever your budget, this year’s collection has something for everybody’s needs and preferences, from the practical to the luxurious. The only thing you won’t

find is a shirt you’d be embarrassed to be seen in outside the equestrian environment. They’re all beauties!

All the shirts we’re showcasing are machine washable. Those made of the high-per-formance fabrics that dominate this year’s offerings will dry on a hanger in a heartbeat.

Equine Couture Gabby Technical Show Shirt Material: 96% polyester/4% spandexSpecial features: Technical fabric keeps you cool and dry; wrap collar and stock tie loop; contrast color blocking allows for a traditional look under your show coatColors: White/Silverlake blue, white/navy, white/pink Sizes: Ladies XS–3XLPrice: $44.95Contact: www.equinecouture.com

Goode Rider Pro Show ShirtMaterial: Polyester/spandexSpecial features: Stay Cool Stay Dry properties in tailored, stretch woven shirt with ribbed side panels and flattering princess seams; wrap collar with loop for stock tie; hidden placketColors: WhiteSizes: Ladies XS–XLPrice: $69Contact: www.gooderider.com

Gersemi Competition ShirtMaterial: Four-way-stretch performance fabric with AerocoolSpecial features: Quick-drying, wicking fabric; feminine gathers along the hidden-placket front and cuff; European-style detachable collar threads through loops on the shirt collar for choker or stock tieColors: WhiteSizes: Ladies XS–XLPrice: $60, short sleeve; $70, long sleeveContact: www.gersemi.se

Pessoa Men’s Nova Show ShirtMaterial: 75% cotton/25% nylon/3% spandexSpecial features: Stretch cotton; button-down collar; woven strip to hold tie in place

Colors: WhiteSizes: Men’s S–XXLPrice: $75Contact: www.pessoabyhorseware.com

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Ariat Triumph Show ShirtMaterial: Woven front panel, technical knit side panelsSpecial features: Classic look and fabric in shirt front; technical side panels and back for comfort; Moisture Movement Technology finish ensures quick drying; snap collar and stock tie loop

Colors: WhiteSizes: Ladies 32–42Price: $79, short sleeve; $89.95, long sleeveContact: www.ariat.com


NoZone Equestrian ShirtMaterial: VersaTexSpecial features: Four-way-stretch, moisture-wicking, antimicrobial fabric; UPF 50+ sun protection that won’t wash out; hidden zip neckColors: White, red, silver, kelly green (long sleeve only), light blue (short sleeve only)Sizes: Ladies XXS–XLPrice: $57, short sleeve; $59, long sleeveContact: www.nozoneus.com

Romfh Competitor Material: Dri-Lex microfiber, with micro-sheer-mesh panels along bottom side of long sleevesSpecial features: Super-cool fabric with ventilation along sleeve; contrast color on placket, inside collar and flat-seam stitching; wrap collarColors: White/beach, white/cobalt (both short- and long sleeve); beach/cobalt, white/white (long sleeve only)Sizes: Ladies XS–XLPrice: $55, short sleeve; $69, long sleeveContact: www.romfh.com

Hunter/Jumper Pessoa Bahia Classic ShirtMaterial: 75% cotton/25% nylon/3% spandexSpecial features: Fitted shape in stretch cotton with contrasting color on shoulder and inside collar; magnetic collar closure

Colors: WhiteSizes: Ladies XS–XXL Price: $75Contact: www.pessoabyhorseware.com

Equine Athletics Cool Tech Performance ShirtMaterial: Cool Tech polyesterSpecial features: Wicking fabric; wrap collar; hidden sleeve pocket for cash, key or credit card Colors: Soft pink, soft blueSizes: Ladies XS–XLPrice: $59.95Contact: www.thornhillusa.com

Sunshield Longsleeve Shirt by SmartPak Material: Australian Versatex, 100% polyesterSpecial features: Lightweight Versatex fabric protects skin from 98% of harmful ultraviolet rays with a UPF 50+ rating; three-quarter zip neckline works for show or schooling Colors: White, silver, royal blueSizes: Ladies XS–XXLPrice: $59.95Contact: www.smartpakequine.com

Equi In Style’s EIS Performance ShirtMaterial: Proprietary fabric with IceFilSpecial features: IceFil, a cooling fac-tor embedded in the fabric, reduces body temperature by 5 degrees, aided by movement- generated airflow and a mesh strip on the sleeve’s underside; equiv-alent to SPF 50; moisture wicking and odor con-trol; easy wash; quick dry; stand-up zip collar; made in AmericaColors: Aztec (turquoise), palooza (purple), butter, white, seabreeze, capri, pistachio, black, cardinal, navy Sizes: Ladies XS–2XPrice: $82Contact: www.equiinstyle.com


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Arista Equestrian Pinnacle Shirt Material: 88% nylon/12% spandexSpecial features: Moisture-wicking fabric; SPF 60+ rating; tailored fit; piping on shoulders; angled convertible collarColors: White with tan piping, white with pewter pipingSizes: Ladies XS–XLPrice: $95Contact: www.aristaequestrian.com

Tailored Sportsman Convertible Show Shirt Material: Coolmax® EverydaySpecial features: Soft, lightweight, breathable and quick-drying fabric that has a natural feel; wrap collar with snap Colors: Lilac/white stripe, white/blue, light gray/white squares, blue arrow stripe, white diamondSizes: Ladies 2–14Price: $115Contact: www.thetailoredsportsman.com

RJ Classics Sterling Collection Show Shirt Material: 62% cotton/38% polyesterSpecial features: Classic Cool® wicking and stretch fabric allows athletic performance while maintaining crisp tailored silhouette; snap collarColors: White tonal twill pattern with pink horizontal swirl inside collar and cuffsSizes: Ladies 30–44Price: $92Contact: www.rjclassics.com

Kingsland Los Angeles Ladies Show ShirtMaterial: 95% polyester/5% spandexSpecial features: Fitted style in technical, quick-dry fabric; zipper on shoulder; placket features crystal buttonsColors: WhiteSizes: Ladies XS–XLPrice: $97.95Contact: www.kingsland.no

Essex Performance Turnback Cuff ShirtMaterial: 58% cotton/42% Cool MaxSpecial features: Moisture-wicking Cool Max fabric; tapered body; V-stitched

back yoke; accent fabric inside cuffs can be turned back for a colorful three-quarter-length sleeve when not showing; wrap collar with snaps; extra-long shirt tailsColors: White-on-white diamond pattern with blue or pink accenting on inside of collar and cuffsSizes: Ladies 30–44Price: $124Contact: www.essexclassic.com

FITS Claire Show ShirtMate rial: FITS Silk Touch™ or Stretch Seer-suckerSpecial features: Featherweight, four-way-stretch wicking fabric; power-mesh underarm gussets for ventilation; UV protection; flattering fit for zero bulk under coat; wrap collarColors: Blue, pink, dove gray in stripes, solid white.Sizes: Ladies XS–XLPrice: $144Contact: www.fitsriding.com


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Cheval Fashions Tux ShirtMaterial: 100% cotton Special features: Dressy, silky feel due to fabric’s high thread count; fitted, extra-long body; wrap collar; roll-up sleeve tabs; pearly cuff snaps; handmade in CanadaColors: White-on-white polka dots, with black, hot pink or silver piping (custom team colors upon request)Sizes: Ladies 4–18Price: $219Contact: www.chevalfashions.com

Animo Amburgo Mens Show ShirtMaterial: 100% polyester pique Special features: Super lightweight; 4-button placket; button-down collar; extra length for stay-tucked fitColors: White, khakiSizes: Men’s European 48–54 (S–XL)Price: $199Contact: www.usaanimo.com

O’Shaughnessey Apparel O’Shea ShirtMaterial: Silky 100% cottonSpecial features: Attached collar, princess seams, white polka dot contrast on inside collar, cuffs and placket; collar is piped in lilac and fuchsia; made in the Pacific NorthwestColors: Lilac tone-on-tone herringbone, pinkSizes: Ladies 2–14Price: $155Contact: www.oshaughnesseyapparel.com

LeFash Covered Placket Show ShirtMaterial: 100% Egyptian cotton on front and back panels with bamboo/spandex knit on sides and sleevesSpecial features: Crisp traditional look where shirt is ex-posed; stretchy bamboo for maximum movement where shirt is covered by jacket; bamboo wicks moisture, regulates temperature and is antibacterial and antistatic; trochus shell buttons; hidden magnetic closures on wrap collar; cotton trim on extra-wide cuffs and cuff closureColors: Lilac with white twill trim, navy with vintage plaid, white with pink multicolor stripe, gray with gray/ivory stripeSizes: Ladies XS–XLPrice: $215Contact: www.lefashny.com

Kerrits Ice Fil Riding ShirtMaterial: 94% polyester/6% spandex with IceFil Special features: Xylitol-infused fabric produces cooling effect; UPF 40+ sun protection; antimicrobial and antiodor; stock tie loop; hidden side pocket

Colors: White, French blue, plum, charcoalSizes: Ladies XS–2XLPrice: $59 short sleeve; $69 long sleeveContact: www.kerrits.com

Pikeur SleevelessMaterial: Polyamide/LycraSpecial features: Fabric feels like soft cotton, yet is waterproof and breathable with plenty of give; also available in short sleeve

Colors: White, cream, pink, light blue, mocha, chocolateSizes: Ladies 6–20, regular and tallPrice: $110Contact: www.pikeur.de

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p rotect your palms and fingers while riding and look great at the same time with today’s newest synthetic and leather gloves. Pick a pair with finger and thumb tip reactors so

you can use your smartphone from the saddle, choose crazy colors for schooling or select the latest in fit and function for the high-stakes jumper ring. It’s all here this year.

SSG Schooler L/R Material: Synthetic suede back, grippy palm fabric.Special features: “L” and “R” on base of thumb for easy identifi-cation; durable and comfortable; great for kidsColors: Black/white houndstooth patternSizes: Unisex 4/5–8; Care: Machine washPrice: $16.95; Contact: www.ssgridinggloves.com

HKM GlovesMaterial: Polyurethane/polyesterSpecial features: Breathable fabric; reinforced fingers; antislip fingers and palmColors: Black; Sizes: Unisex XS–XXLCare: Machine wash; Price: $19.95 Contact: www.hkm-sportsequipment.eu

SSG Cell Mate™Material: Aquasuede® palm Special features: Finger and thumb tip reactors enable use of touch-sensitive smartphones in SSG’s “skin-thin” Grand

Prix gloveColors: Black

Sizes: Unisex 6–9Care: Machine wash

Price: $39.95Contact: www. ssgriding

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Heritage Elite Show GlovesMaterial: Micro-Tec synthetic leather palmSpecial features: “Sec-ond skin” feel for flexibil-ity with grip and breath-ability; “Rein Cut” between ring and pinky fingers eliminates bulkColors: Black; Sizes: Unisex 6–12Care: Machine wash; Price: $34.95Contact: www.heritagegloves.com

Tredstep Jumper ProMaterial: Punched lambskin leatherSpecial features: FlexiGrip palm; ana-tomical fit at cuff; Air Fibre syn-thetic suede ensures a flexible, comfortable and secure gripColors: Black; Sizes: Unisex 6–10, including 6½, 7½, 8½Care: Clean and condition by handPrice: $47.95Contact: www.tredstep.com

Fuller Fillies Neon Summer BrightsMaterial: Faux-suede through the palm, mesh on the back.Special features: Super cool for summer; fun colors match FF’s half-chaps and Chevron jodhpurs Colors: Black and purple, navy and fuschia Sizes: Ladies S–L; Care: Hand wash cold, line dryPrice: $24.95; Contact: www.fuller-fillies.com

Thornhill Sport Four-Way-Stretch GloveMaterial: Seronino Grip palms and four-way-stretch uppersSpecial features: Hook-and-loop closure at wrist for snug fit Colors: Black; Sizes: Ladies S–L; men’s M–XL Care: Machine wash; Price: $17.95Contact: www.thornhillusa.com

Fit Like A GloveMeasure your hand for glove sizing by wrapping a flexible tape measure around the knuckle line of your four fingers (don’t include your thumb). Round up to the nearest half-inch, and that’s your numeric glove size. For gloves that use universal sizing, i.e., S–L, the unisex sizing should correspond as follows: 6½–7 inches=small, 7½–8=medium; 8½–9=large. Your gloves should feel snug but not restrictive.

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