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Hair Up or Hair Down? The Great Helmet Debate
Does your hair style really affect how your horseback riding helmet fits? The answer is yes, but despite the myth, you can wear your hair up under your helmet if done properly without affecting the efficacy of your helmet.
Virginia Tech Helmet Study - Initial Results
The long awaited initial results of the Virginia Tech helmet study have been released, with testing scores of 40 ASTM equestrian helmets in the first testing batch.
How Is Your Horseback Riding Helmet Constructed?
It's no exaggeration to say that your riding helmet can literally save your life. It's designed to protect against traumatic brain injury (TBI) and even death. But have you ever thought about how your helmet is actually constructed and what purpose each part serves?
Riding Helmet Safety Standards
Did you know that your riding helmet must meet a minimum safety standard to compete at a USEF show? Do you know what the different safety standards are and what they mean?
Your helmet protects one of the most important parts of your body, so it's important to understand what it's certified to do so that when you're shopping, you're getting the most protection possible.
What is Mips?
Helmets have come a long way both in terms of design and the safety they provide. With each passing year, there's new and better technology and updated safety standards. Any equestrian helmet purchased should include Mips technology.
