| Many riding helmets are ugly and uncomfortable, but | | | | of reasons not to wear one, but none compare to |
| ATSM/SEI certified Troxel equestrian helmets offer | | | | the reason for wearing a helmet - you only have one |
| lots of stylish, lightweight options for all types of | | | | brain - protect it! |
| riders. One of the most important pieces of | | | | In addition to being properly certified, a great |
| equipment for any equestrian rider is a proper helmet. | | | | equestrian helmet also needs to address the |
| It should provide the best protection, comfort, and | | | | objections expressed above for not wearing a |
| style so that the rider is not tempted to leave it | | | | helmet. The helmets should offer features that make |
| behind due to discomfort and vanity. | | | | the rider more comfortable and fashionable such as: |
| What makes a great equestrian helmet? | | | | - Lightweight |
| The most important feature of any helmet is that it | | | | - A narrow profile |
| is ATSM/SEI certified. This certification ensures that | | | | - Quick and comfortable to fit |
| the helmet provides adequate protection to absorb | | | | - Well vented |
| the dangerous energy of an impact to the head. | | | | - Removable/washable headliners |
| Most equestrian sports today require that most of | | | | - A variety of styles, colors, and materials |
| the riders wear a properly certified helmet. However, | | | | - A price range for every budget |
| there are still some areas where it is optional and | | | | Where can you find a great equestrian helmet? |
| even where the required uniform does not include a | | | | Look for a place that has a lot of variety to choose |
| helmet. Many adult riders do not regularly wear a | | | | from so you can find the features that are important |
| helmet when schooling, training, or trail riding. They | | | | to you. Just be sure that the helmet is ASPM/SEI |
| complain that they are too hot, too tight, too heavy, | | | | certified and is easy to adjust to your head in any |
| and make their head look big. It ruins their hair and | | | | weather. Buy a helmet that you will want to wear |
| makes them sweat in the summer, or doesn't keep | | | | every day! |
| their head warm enough in the winter. There are lots | | | | |