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Options for Layering Equestrian Air Vests and Body Protectors
What are the options for layering, and which layer comes first? And what are the pros and cons of each option?
Equestrian Body Protector Care and Replacement
How do you properly store your equestrian body protector? When do you know it’s time for replacement?
Equestrian Safety Standards Explained: ASTM, BETA, SATRA and More
Do you know what standard your body protector or air vest is certified to? You should! Knowing this critical bit of information will tell you quite a bit about the level of protection you're getting with your equipment.
Why Are Body Protectors Mandatory in Eventing and Air Vests Aren't?
Body protectors are required for eventers when competing cross country, but air vests are optional. Why?
When Is It Time to Replace Your Body Protector?
How long does an equestrian body protector last? How do you know when you need to replace it? Learn what to look for to determine if your body protector is providing the coverage you need.
Air Vest vs. Body Protector - Which Is Safer?
Air vests and body protectors have been mainstream in the eventing community for quite some time, but they are just starting to catch on in other disciplines. Which one is safer? Is it either or, or both?
How Ride EquiSafe Came To Be
Our raison d'etre: how Ride EquiSafe came to be. The broadest selection of body protectors, air vests, safety stirrups, and air vest compatible clothing in North America.
