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Prepare for the show season with our selection of competition must-haves

Horse riding competition essentials

For the rider

Knowing you look great and wearing something special are part of the fun of competing and will certainly boost your confidence levels. Modern show wear is both stylish and designed to be practical and hardwearing. We’ve picked some of our favourite pieces that not only perform well but will keep their smart appearance all day long.

SSG Hybrid gloves

Durable and stylish gloves with a sweat-absorbing suede palm to give comfort and grip in all weathers.

£37.95

ssgridinggloves.com

SSG-Hybrid-Gloves

 

Schockemöhle Sports breeches Electra II

Made of stain-resistant and quick drying four-way stretch material for flexibility and optimal fit. Stylish sparkling rhinestone motif on the left leg. 

£155

schockemoehle-sports.com

Schockemöhle Sports breeches Electra II

 

OneK Defender Air Glitter

Featuring genuine Swarovski crystals, this hat is 2023 standard-compliant and has a special air-pump system for ultimate comfort and air vents for ventilation.

£275

justtogs.co.uk

OneK Defender Air Glitter

 

Hy Equestrian Silvia Show Jacket

A non-creasing and stylish show jacket that is lined with a special perforated fabric for maximum air flow.

£99.99

hy-equestrian.com

Hy Equestrian Silvia Show Jacket

 

Cavallo Linus Jump Boot

Styled for jumping and made from a high-quality leather, these boots are ideal both for competition and riding at home.

£300

zebraproducts.co.uk

Cavallo Linus Jump Boot

 

Coldstream Kilham Competition Breeches 

Lightweight, splashproof and breathable breeches with a technical-fabric full seat and four-way stretch for comfort and freedom of movement. 

£119.99

coldstreamequestrian.co.uk

Coldstream Kilham Competition Breeches

 

Fleck Evo whip

The new Evo whip developed by Fleck has a handle that offers variable, ergonomic grip zones while providing excellent control and sufficient space for the rider to hold the reins in the optimum position, whatever their hand size.

£26

zebraproducts.co.uk

Fleck-Evo-Whip

 

Schockemöhle Sports Amelie Jacket 

A smart, breathable show jacket with crystal decoration and perforated side panels. It has a concealed zip fastener for ease of putting on and taking off.

£265

schockemoehle-sports.com

Schockemöhle Sports Amelie Jacket

 

Just Togs Heritage Breech 

Designed for comfort and practicality, these classic yet modern breeches have a full seat and come in two colours.

£44.99

justtogs.co.uk

Just Togs Heritage Breech

 

LeMieux Dynamique show jacket 

Offering a tailored fit and stylish detailing, this jacket is made from a soft, lightweight and technical fabric to provide ultimate breathability and flexibility. 

£220

lemieuxproducts.com

lemieux dynamique show jacket

 

Champion Revolve Vent-Air MIPS peaked helmet

With a highly ventilated airflow system to ensure maximum comfort, this hat also benefits from a removable crown padding.

£372

championhub.com

CHAMPION REVOLVE VENT-AIR MIPS PEAKED HELMET

 

Sprenger Comfort Rowel spurs 

Made from high quality, break-proof stainless steel and covered with a durable soft rubber coating to protect your boots.

£88

zebraproducts.co.uk

Sprenger-comfort-rowel-spurs

 

Uhlan Unisex Mesh Grip riding gloves 

Lightweight and tough gloves offering superb feel and enhanced grip while also being comfortable, protective, and strong.  

£22

uhlan.co.uk

Uhlan Unisex Mesh Grip Riding Gloves

 

Pikeur Valentine jacket

A sophisticated show jacket with rhinestone detailing. Made from a quick drying, tech-jersey fabric and featuring a half-mesh lining for breathability.

£251.95

pikeur-eskadron.com

Pikeur-valentine-jacket

LeMieux Demi pull on bregging

Designed to offer the comfort of leggings with the sophisticated style of breeches. Featuring full-seat silicone grip and four-way stretch fabric for long-lasting comfort in the saddle. 

£69.95

lemieuxproducts.com

LeMieux-demi-pull-on-bregging

 

Hit Air Vest 

With extra areas of inflation, outward expansion and a unique neck brace style protection. Includes internal straps for easy adjustment over a body protector or show jacket.

From £435

hitairuk.co.uk

Hit-Air-vest

 

Holland Cooper show shirt

Stylish and practical, this shirt is made from performance material with a slight stretch to regulate body temperature and ensure comfort.

£69

hollandcooper.com

Holland-Cooper-show-shirt

 

Premier Equine Hagen ladies competition jacket

Lightweight, soft and classically cut show jacket that provides a flattering look. Twin air vents for freedom of movement and a full-length zip concealed by buttons.

£135

premierequine.co.uk

Premier-Equine-Hagen-jacket

Toggi Contour full seat breeches

Supportive and lightweight, these breeches have a full silicone seat, mesh ankle panels and are high-waisted to keep you comfortable. 

£77

toggi.com

Toggi-contour-full-seat-breeches

Derriere Sportief bra

Featuring a functional design to fuse sporting excellence and quality, this bra has a low, wide torso band for support and padded straps for comfort. 

£54.99

derriereequestrian.com

Derriere-sportief-sports-bra-

Woof Wear jump bats

With 12 different designs, including technical and crystal grips, and three grip thicknesses to choose from, these whips are both British Eventing and British Showjumping compliant. 

From £19.99

woofwear.com

WoofWear-jump-baton

Point Two ProAir vest

Lightweight and durable, this air vest is designed to protect all the way from your neck to your lower back. With adjustable straps to ensure the perfect fit. 

From £462

pointtwoairvests.com

Point-Two-ProAir-air-jacket

 

Holland Cooper competition jacket 

Beautifully designed with a tailored fit, breathable mesh lining and extra stretch. It’s showerproof and finished with gold metal hardware and signature tape detailing.

£199

hollandcooper.com

Holland-Cooper-competition-jacket

Roeckl Lorraine gloves

A feminine glove that’s highly breathable and quick-drying. Soft and thin material on the palm gives a safe, reliable grip without compromising on feel.

£27.95

roeckl.de

Roeckl-lorraine-gloves

 

Uvex Suxxeed Blaze 

A super-stylish dressage helmet featuring a smooth, lacquer finish with shimmering glitter insert.  

£391

zebraproducts.co.uk

Uvex-helmet-suxxeed-blaze

 

Equi-Vue2 and Equi-Vue2 Plus

Provides peace of mind by allowing you to view your horses while travelling. Equi-Vue2 uses Wi-Fi to transmit live video to your phone, while Equi-Vue2 Plus connects to its own monitor. With a built-in battery and magnetic base, there’s no wiring or drilling to do so the system can be up and running in seconds.  

From £149.99

trailervision.co.uk 

Equi-Vue-camera

 

For your horse

When competing, you want your horse to look and feel his best. Good nutrition is at the heart of this, so making sure his diet has everything he needs is essential. Once you’ve got that right, he’ll glow and you can then build on this inner health with some fantastic grooming products.

Horslyx Mobility Balancer

Designed to supplement forage and grazing, the balancer is formulated to support joint mobility and hoof health.

£5.20 for 650g

horslyx.com

Horslyx-Mobility-balancer

 

ShowSheen Hair Polish and Detangler  

Its unique formula conditions the skin and coat to give a healthy shine. It prevents dust and dirt from sticking and reduces tangles and hair breakage.

£18.82 for 946ml

absorbine.co.uk

Showsheen-Hair-polish-Detangler

 

Balanced Horse Feeds Show Mix

A fully balanced, high-fibre mix for condition and weight gain without the fizz. Contains added oil for a shiny coat.

£19.99 for 20kg

balancedhorsefeeds.co.uk

Balanced-horse-feed-show-mix

 

Voltaire Design Stuttgart Saddle

Although designed to support the leg and riding position while allowing freedom of movement, this comfortable saddle can be further customised to suit the rider.

£3,950

voltairedesign.com

Voltaire-design-stuttgart-saddle

 

Peper Harow Horseboxes

A range of new and second-hand horseboxes from 3.5 tonne through to 7.5 tonne and HGV boxes with full living. The most popular horsebox, the Trophy Twin, is easy to drive, compact with a side load forward facing, and a day living with generous lockers. Maintenance and refurbishment needs are also undertaken.

From £27,995+VAT+chassis (for new builds)

phhb.co.uk

Peperharrow-Horseboxes

 

Rowen Barbary Sumo Original

High in oil, this supplement supports skin and coat health and is suitable for all horses and ponies, including those needing to gain weight and condition.

£37.48 for 10kg

rowenbarbary.co.uk

Rowen-Barbary-Sumo-Original

 

HiWither SP11 Close Contact Saddlepad

This British made saddlepad is shaped to follow the contours of the horse to avoid pressure over the wither and spine. Made with quality 5oz quilt and a soft binding to prevent friction and rub marks. Hard wearing and machine washable. 

£44.57

nuumed.com

Nuumed-HiWither-saddlepad-

 

Equine America Apple Lytes

Aid recovery and maintain optimum performance with this carefully balanced ratio of electrolytes. Highly palatable to promote drinking and rehydration.

£22.50 for 2.5kg

equine-america.co.uk

Equine-America-Apple-Lytes

 

Dodson & Horrell Equi-Bites  

These tasty vitamin and mineral treats for all horses and ponies can be fed from the hand or sprinkled on bucket feed.

£15.99 for a 3kg tub

dodsonandhorrell.com

Dodson&Horrell-equi-Bites

Stud Muffins

Treat your horse to the delicious and nutritious Stud Muffins. Containing linseed, fenugreek and wholegrains, they’re the perfect post-competition reward. 

From £1.20

studmuffins.co.uk

Stud-Muffins

Carr & Day & Martin Belvoir cleaner mitts

Keep your tack clean while on the go with the quick, convenient and biodegradable cleaner mitts. Easy to use and no water required. 

£10.50

carrdaymartin.com

Carr-Day-Martin-Belvoir-Tack-cleaner-mitt

 

Woof Wear noise cancelling fly veil

Featuring acoustic foam to soften the harshest sounds, this fly veil avoids unwanted distractions and helps keep your horse focused. With a generous cut it offers a secure, comfortable fit.

£27.49

woofwear.com

WoofWear-noise-cancelling-fly-veil

 

Finer Equine’s stirrup covers

Fully waterproof lined stirrup bags that ensure dirt is kept away from tack. Faux sheepskin protects leatherwork and an oversized bag and wide elastic opening means they fit all stirrups. 

£40

finerequine.co.uk

Finer-Equine-stirrup-covers

 

Stackaletti 

Get competition ready and elevate your schooling with these fun, colourful and versatile interstacking cavaletti. They can be used as pole raisers or stacked to create small jumps. 

£166.32 for six

classicshowjumps.co.uk

Stackaletti

 

Calmer Bites

Bite-sized, competition-safe treats in four flavours formulated to have a calming effect and help reduce tension and anxiety. 

£14 for 15 treats

equinexceed.com

Equinexceed-Calmer-bites

 

Mattes saddlecloth 

Designed to ensure no pressure is exerted on the spine, the saddlecloth is hardwearing thanks to the premium quality lambskin. 

£59

zebraproducts.co.uk

Mattes-saddlecloth

 

Legend Athena bridle

Made from European leather with stainless steel fittings and rubber-grip reins. The wide cutaway headpiece reduces pressure on the poll and the comfortable wide-set flash is removable. 

£110.99 

mackey.ie

Mackey-legend-athena-bridle

 

Equiveg Super Treats 

This brand new, 100% natural treat blend provides your horse with a multitude of health benefits. It’s super-tasty and made from British veg, using green energy.

£2.95

equiveg.co.uk

Equiveg super treats

 

Ponyo Horsewear Ultimate travel boots  

Well-padded and lined with fleece for comfort and protection. Featuring three wide Velcro straps for easy application and a tough, waterproof outer to ensure durability.  

£45.99 for a set of four

ponyo-horsewear.com

Ponyo-horseware-ultimate-travel-boots

 

Thomas Pettifer Green Oils   

A must-have product for every tack box, the green oils spray or gel is antiseptic and waterproof. It soothes and cleanses minor wounds and cuts.

From £7.49

thomaspettifer.com

Thomas-Pettifer-Green-Oils

 

Saracen Horse Feeds RE-LEVE-Mix

A cereal-free, low-starch, high fibre and oil formulation suitable for horses prone to gastric ulcers.  Contains probiotic yeast to support digestion and maintain the hindgut, as well as a full spectrum of vitamins and minerals. 

£22.50 for 20kg 

saracenhorsefeeds.com

Saracen-horse-feeds-re-leve-mix

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