Laura Collett and London 52 at the Paris Olympics.“You’ve only got one life and one head – and you can’t really put a price on that.” This was Laura Collett’s take on rider protection, shared in a discussion at the first British Equestrian Trade Association safety conference on 21 April. The European champion, Olympic gold medallist and five-star winner, who is sponsored by […]

Whether you’re schooling at home or galloping across country, one of the best air jackets can make all the difference when things don’t go to plan. Designed to inflate on impact, these high-tech vests offer an extra layer of protection without weighing you down or restricting movement. If you’re competing cross-country, you’ll need to wear […]

British safety brand Racesafe has launched its first lightweight, slimline inflating gilet – the VeloAir air jacket. “Protection shouldn’t be something you constantly notice – it should simply be there when it’s needed,” said Racesafe managing director James How. “We’ve gone to great lengths to develop an air jacket that meets the Racesafe standard that […]