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Welcome

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The scores The awardsWaste of money

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We take our testing very seriously – look out for the Your Horse awards in this guide and as swing tags on products in the shops. If it’s good enough for an award, it’s good enough for your hard-earned cash

Only awarded to the very best products in our comprehensive gear tests

Products that offer great value for money and perform well

A product that performs well, but just misses out on the winning position

4 Summer breechesLoads of different styles – but all designed with your comfort in mind12 ShampoosGet rid of summer dust and dirt and keep your horse feeling fresh and clean16 Long sleeve topsTops to help you look good in, and out, of the saddle24 Lightweight turnout rugs, tried and testedWith the British weather, it’s always

good to be prepared – we test a range of summer turnout rugs29 Stocks and pinsAn eye-catching finishing touch 34 Competition jacketsBeautiful jackets that will help you stand out from the crowd44 Grooming bags and boxesKeep your grooming kit neat and tidy48 Fly sheets – tried and testedDon’t let flies spoil your horse’s summer – see which fly sheets passed our tried

and tested last summer!52 WashesGive your horse a refreshing wash down after his hard work 56 Lightweight stable rugsIt can be chilly at night in spring and summer – find out which lightweight stable rugs we recommend60 Hormonal supplementsSay goodbye to moody mares and help your mare breeze through her seasons62 Stockists

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all the gear you need for the season ahead in one handy guide

You can’t beat a spot of horsey shopping and I’m sure, like me, you always love seeing the new

season’s ranges whether it’s rugs for our horses or clothing for us. Our spring gear guide is your window to what you’ll see in the shops this

spring and summer. There’s a great selection of lightweight breeches as well as some gorgeous long sleeve tops, great for wearing casually as well as at the yard.

And we can’t forget our horses – if they’re in need of a new lightweight

rug or something to protect them from the flies, there are plenty of those to choose from too.

There’s a lot more inside too – enjoy!

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All the breeches you’ll ever need in one place – guaranteed to help you choose the right pair

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1 Derby House Stonewashed Denim breeches £59.99Material Cotton and spandexStyle Flat-fronted, stonewashed denim breeches with full stretch seat Colour Grey denimSizes 24in to 36in

2 Derby House Denim Stitched breeches £59.99Material Cotton and LycraStyle Flat-fronted, stretch denim look breeches with new stretch seat Colour NavySizes 20in to 34in

3 Tagg Brecon breeches £55.95Material Fine twill cotton and Lycra Style Flat-fronted breeches with wide waist band and clarino knee strappings Colours Wild berry check, desert check, mountain check Sizes 24in to 34in

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4 Tottie Morgan £52.99Material 63% woven cotton, 32% nylon and 5% spandexStyle Skinny jeans style Colours Navy, blackSizes 24in to 34in regular leg length and 24in to 32in long length

5 KP Equestrian breeches £49.99Material Stretch lightweight denimStyle Full seat, jeans-style breeches with back pockets Colours Blue, blackSizes 26in to 34in

6 Horze Kimberly, Ladies’ Selfseat breeches £120Material 79% Tactel, 16% Coolmax and 5% elastaneStyle Flat-fronted breeches with front pockets Colours White, red, grey Sizes 34in to 44in

7 Cavallo Champion breeches £149.50Material Cotton and Lycra mixStyle Flat-fronted breeches with contrast seat in Cavasoft fabric Colour GreySizes 8 to 18

8 Townend Star Coolmax Ladies breeches £89.99Material Coolmax, leather and polyesterStyle Flat-front breeches with front zip pocket Colours White, beige, black, dress blueSizes 24in to 34in

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9 Cavallo Derby breeches £95Material Cotton and Lycra mixStyle Flat-fronted, seamless leg line and contour fit breeches with knee patches Colours White, black, navy, forest, beige, greemSizes 8 to 18

10 Gersemi Sunna breeches £110Material Cotton and Lycra mixStyle Denim style breeches with self fabric knee patches Colours White, navy Sizes 34in to 46in

11 Sonnenreiter Micro Patten breeches £149Material Gebutex bi-elastic micro fibre Style Hipster-style breeches in two-tone designColours Grey/black, black/mokkaSizes 6 to 18

12 Musto Esteem breeches £70Material 95% cotton and 5% LycraStyle Jeans-style breeches with synthetic suede knee patches Colours Black, beige, dark rose checkSizes 8 to 18

13 Just Togs Latina Jean £60Material 95% cotton and 5% spandexStyle Conventional waist breeches with zip and front and rear pocketsColours DenimSizes Ladies 24in to 32in

14 Ariat Olympia breeches from £129.99Material Four-way stretch Schoeller fabricStyle Front zip design breeches with optional stretch clarino full seatColour Walnut checkSizes 22in to 36in regular and long

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15 Fuller Fillies Proesse breeches £61.23Material Polyamide, cotton, spandex mixStyle Flat-front breeches with slant zip pocketColours Mocha, slateSizes 30in to 40in

16 Equetech Close Contact breeches £65.50-£77.50Material 95% cotton and 5% Lycra Style Comfort waistband, full length breeches Colours White, champagne, taupe, black denimSizes 24in to 34in

17 Shires Canterbury Performance breeches £67.99Material 67% cotton, 25% nylon and 8% LycraStyle Flat-front breeches with stretch synthetic suede knee patchesColours Black, grey, navy denim Sizes 24in to 36in

18 Mark Todd Plaid breeches £67.99Material Cotton bamboo and elastane mix Style Full seat breeches with knee patches and wide waistband Colours Navy, brown, grey plaid Sizes 24in to 34in

19 Eurostar Corinna Competition breeches £139Material Strobel Micromultistretch Style Deep waistband breeches with suede affect full seat Colours White, graphite, blackSizes 34in to 44in

Harry Hall Chester breeches £28.50Material 95% cotton and 5% spandexStyle Flat-front breeches with self fabric knee patches Colours White, ivory, beige, black, chocolate Sizes 24in to 34in

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mOre infOfind The breeches ThaT are riGhT fOr yOu. yh says...WhaT maTerial?A lightweight, breathable and stretchy material is very important when choosing summer breeches. You need maximum movement and to be able to stay as cool as possible while riding – and of course, you want them to look as flattering as possible. Cotton and Lycra/elastane mixes are great, particularly for slightly bigger thighs as the fabric skims straight over. The modern stretch 100% polyester fabrics are great technical breeches but they tend to show every lump and bump!   

WhaT sTyle?• High-waisted breeches are ideal for a curvy shape or anyone with a larger waist, as they tend to hold you in a little more.• Hipster styles are good for those with a boyish figure or those with a longer body.• Pleated front breeches (although quite hard to get hold of these days) can hide a multitude of sins. • Jeans-style are now available from lots of brands in stretch denim. These look great and can

also be worn as a fashion look away from horses as well.

WhaT abOuT cOlOurs and PaTTerns?When it comes to patterns, if you want to look slimmer, small patterns like checks are great. Go for a darker colour with a darker coloured full seat. The full seat in a dark shade cuts away the inner thigh and makes your legs look slimmer and your bottom look smaller, like a miracle diet – hurrah we hear you cry!

Rather than bright or pale colours, go for strong colours if you want to brighten up your wardrobe – strong tan, green, blue, purple and cerise can all look really stylish and flattering on any age as long as you tone in another piece of your clothing.

Wash advice – keeP yOur breeches briGhTer fOr lOnGerWhen you wash bright colours, remember to turn them inside out to stop the colour from running and wash them on a cool wash. If you get marks or stains, put neat fabric wash on them and leave it to soak for a few hours rather than washing them on a hot wash straight away.

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21 Dublin Imperial Full Seat breeches £59.99Material Cotton, nylon and Lycra Style Flat front breeches with full suede stretch seatColours Beige, black, chocolateSizes 24in to 30in

22 Caldene Sycamore breeches £57.99Material 62% woven cotton, 33% viscose and 5% spandexStyle Jeans-style breeches with synthetic suede knee patchesColour BlackSizes 24in to 34in regular length and 24in to 32in long length

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1 Groom Away Just 4 Coloureds Shampoo £6.99 for 500ml2 Groom Away Ultra White

Shampoo £5.99 for 500ml3 Groom Away Colour

Enhancing Shampoo £5.99 for 500ml

4 Funnell Whiter than White Shampoo £5.75 for 400ml5 Ruggle-it Hypoallergenic

Shampoo From £15.50 for 250ml6 Cowboy Magic Rosewater

Shampoo Around £9.65 for 16oz

7 Fiebing’s Blue Frost Shampoo & Conditioner £8 for 500ml8 Fiebing’s Horse Salon

Shampoo & Conditioner Around £11.99 for 1 litre

ShampoosAfter the long winter your horse will appreciate a bath (honest), leaving him with a clean, shiny coat

ready for all that spring and summer will bring

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9 Supreme Products Medicated Shampoo £8.50 for 500ml10 Supreme Products Citronella Shampoo £9.99 for 500ml11 Supreme Products Chestnut Shampoo £9.99 for 500ml12 Supreme Products Blue Shampoo £9.99 for 500ml

13 Supreme Products Palomino Shampoo £9.99 for 500ml14 Supreme Products Stain Remover Shampoo £9.99 for 500ml15 Supreme Products Show Shampoo & Conditioner £9.99 for 500ml16 NAF Wash & Show colour enhancing shampoos £6.50 for 500ml

17 NAF Teatree Oil Shampoo £4.95 for 250ml or £7.25 for 500ml18 Camrosa Hypo-allergenic shampoo £11.50 for 150ml19 Lincoln Tea Tree Oil Shampoo £5.99 for 500ml20 Dermoline Insecticidal Shampoo £6.99 for 500ml

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21 Alto Lab Shimmering White £7.99 for 500ml22 Net-Tex Lynn Russell Everyday Conditioning Shampoo £9 for 1 litre Net-Tex Lynn Russell Extra Strength Shampoo £8.50 for 500ml23 Net-Tex Lynn Russell 50% Extra Quick Brite – Whitening Shampoo £9.99 for 750ml24 Net-Tex Tea Tree Oil

Shampoo £11.99 for 1 litre25 Equine America Citronella Shampoo £10.99 for 946ml26 Equine America Tea Tree Shampoo £9.99 for 946ml27 Equine America Super Groom Whitening Shampoo £9.99 for 473ml28 Equine America Equine Shampoo £7.99 for 946ml

29 Healing Tree Quik Clenz £17.99 for 32oz30 Healing Tree Tea Tree Conditioning Shampoo £14.99 for 32oz31 Carr & Day & Martin Gallop Conditioning Shampoo £6.10 for 500ml32 Carr & Day & Martin Gallop Stain Removing Shampoo £8.10 for 500ml

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33 Grooms Choice - Horse & Pony Luxury Shampoo £5 for 500ml34 OzOil Tea Tree Oil Shampoo £7 for 500ml35 Equimins Blue Shampoo From £4.75 for 500ml

36 Equimins Citronella Shampoo From £5.45 for 500ml37 Equimins Dark Shampoo From £4.85 for 500ml38 Mark Todd Competition Shampoo with Gloss Conditioner £8.45 for 500ml

39 Barrier Animal Healthcare Anti-itch Soothing Shampoo £7.38 for 500ml40 Absorbine ShowSheen 2 in 1 Shampoo and Conditioner £12.99 for 591ml

MOre iNFOChOOsiNG the riGht shaMpOOThe choice of shampoos is huge and can sometimes be a little confusing too. Before you decide which one is best for your horse it’s worth doing a bit of research.Horses have extremely sensitive skin, and like us, some are more susceptible to irritation than others – so it’s wise to be careful when choosing a shampoo.When introducing any new

product, it’s always a good idea to do a patch test to make sure your horse isn’t allergic to it. If your horse is particularly sensitive go for a hypoallergenic shampoo which hopefully won’t irritate his skinThere is now a large number of colour-enhancing shampoos on the market. These tend to work one of two ways. Some contain dye to match and enhance your horse’s natural coat colour. Others contain optical brighteners, which are absorbed by the hair and increase the coat’s ability to reflect light,

enhancing his natural colour - so it appears brighter and shinier. Many whitening shampoos work by adding a blue agent to the coat. In natural light, this blue becomes neutral, making the white seem even whiter. These are great for using on any white markings.A concentrated shampoo can be a cost-effective option – read the label to work out how long the bottle will last and if it’s value for money.Whatever shampoo you use rinsing it all out is essential. Leaving any in can lead to irritation.

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uMountain Horse Chelsea £39.95Style Slimline rugby top with ¾ sleeves and contrast cuffs and collarMaterial 95% cotton and 5% LycraColours Navy, white Sizes XS to XXL

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Long sleeve topsYou never know when a long sleeve top will come in handy –

take your pick from this versatile bunch

Jack Murphy Clodagh £40.50Style Twill ladies shirtMaterial 100% cottonColours Rose print stripe, small leaf periwinkle, vintage floral dark navy Sizes 10 to 20

Jack Murphy Triona £60Style Relaxed fit rugby shirtMaterial 100% cottonColours Patchwork, crocus, periwinkleSizes 10 to 20

qTownend Tecknik base layer £37.99Style Sports fit seamless turtleneck top, fast-wicking, offers 99%+ UVA/UVB protectionMaterial 82% polyester and 18% elastaneColours Black, whiteSizes Ladies 8 to 16, unisex XS to XL

Just Togs Lisbon £29Style Fitted full zip fleeceMaterial 100% polyesterColour Ruby redSizes XS/S, M/L, XL/XXL

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pAsmar Equestrian logo long-sleeve T-shirt £38Style Round-neck anti-wicking T-shirt, antibacterial properties, offers SPF30 sun protectionMaterial 100% polyesterColours Charcoal, mandarin, red, plum and blackSizes XS to XXL

Tottie Sunflower £43.99Style Tunic top with zip neck, knitted collar and cuffsMaterial 95% cotton and 5% spandexColours Pink marl, navy, dark grey marlSizes XS to XL

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tKP Equestrian long sleeved top £39.99Style Hooded top with button neckMaterial 100% cotton.Colour Dark pink/black stripesSizes 8 to 14

Caldene Anise £40.50Style Fitted rugby top with grosgrain trim and diamante logoMaterial 95% cotton and 5% spandexColours Magenta, mulberry Sizes S to XL

Ariat Varsity £59.99 Style Full zip top with ribbed cuff and hemMaterial 60% cotton and 40% polyesterColours Red, navySizes XS to XXL

Mark Todd Moana fleece £19.95Style Fitted lightweight micro fleece with zip neck and stand-up collarMaterial 100% polyesterColours Navy, black, chocolate, rosebud, duck-egg blueSizes 8 to 18

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Gersemi IDA £138Style Waterproof, soft shell technical top with full zip and reflective pipingMaterial 100% polyesterColours Pewter, bronzeSizes XS to XL

qDublin Adriana £39.99Style Drawstring neck sweatshirt with contrast printMaterial 60% polyester and 40% cottonColours Georgia peach, navySizes S to XL

uGersemi Rika £96Style Hooded sweatshirt with full zipMaterial 80% cotton and 20% polyesterColours Clay, ink, fogSizes XS to XL

tAriat Volant £94.99Style Wind and rain resistant soft shell jacket with breathable bonded mesh backMaterial 100% polyesterColours Dark grey, blackSizes XS to XXL

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Townend Breuvil £47.99Style Sweatshirt with zip neckMaterial 95% cotton and 5% elastane.Colours Chocolate, navySizes 8 to 16

Sonnenreiter Sveg £189.90Style Wind and water-resistant top made from Sofitela fabric, with full zip and hood that fits over a riding hatMaterial 40% nylon, 35% polyester, 15% acetate and 10% elastaneColours Chalk, anthracite, ice blueSize S to XL

tJust Togs Florence Hoody £26Style Stretch hooded top with contrast stitch detailMaterial 100% cottonColour Oxford blue/raspberry pinkSizes XS/S, M/L, XL/XXL

tHarry Hall Bowness £31.99Style Hooded fleeceMaterial 100% polyesterColours Candy, navy Sizes S to XL

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qSonnenreiter Riva £79.90Style Fitted sports shirt made of Sofitela Thermique, with zip neck and thumb loops at cuffsMaterial 90% polyester and 10% spandexColour Violet Sizes XS to XL

qEquetech Intelligent Competition Shirt £38.95Style Compression sports top, suitable for use with a stock Material 60% polyamide, 35% polypropylene and 5% elastaneColours Black, whiteSizes Unisex 1 (34-38in) and 2 (40-44in)

Fuller Fillies Polo shirt £25.96Style Polo shirt with raglan sleeve designMaterial 100% polyesterColours Grey/pink, black/violetSizes 16 to 24

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Cavallo Tijara £92Style Fleece jacket with two-way full zipMaterial 100% polyesterColours Navy, coral, sandSizes 8 to 18

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qDublin Bonnie £19.99Style Polar fleece pullover with neck zipMaterial 100% polyester.Colours Brownie, griffin grey, pastel blueSizes S to XL

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Mountain Horse Champion £32.50Style Quick-dry training top with zip neckMaterial 96% polyester and 4% spandexColour White Sizes XS to XXL

Townend Neo £43.99Style Rugby top with contrast placket, collar and cuffsMaterial 100% cottonColours Black/fuschia, purple velvet/cream Sizes 8 to 16

uSonnenreiter Ankara £69.90Style Half zip Furpile Idea micro-fleece with raglan sleeve designMaterial 100% polyesterColours Sand, anthraciteSizes S to XL

Musto Whitemoor Rugby £50Style Loose fit rugby topMaterial 100% cottonColours Blueberry, hibiscus, jade green Sizes 8 to 18

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Lightweight turnout rugs

With our unpredictable summer weather, a lightweight turnout rug is a must – find out

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GFS lightweight turnout £69

Tested by Mary Fuller on her gelding, DexterThe fit of this good quality lightweight rug was ok although not as generous as other makes. However the gussets definitely reduced the pressure around the shoulder area and there was no sign of rubbing. The clip breast fastenings are quick and easy to use, and I like the elasticated leg straps which allow for movement. One of the more expensive rugs I tested but it did a good job. It kept Dexter clean and dry all summer.Colour Charcoal/berry redSizes 5ft 6in to 7ft

Weatherbeeta Freestyle Landa £84.99

Tested by Emily Laughton on her two horses Kishon and HemmingwayThis rug was great for keeping my horses dry and clean in summer. It has no filling at all so I only used it when they didn’t need additional layers. It fitted Hemmingway really well, but was a bit generous for Kishon. It didn’t slip or rub and, despite a lot of use, it’s still in great condition.Colours Blue bubbles, navy/silverSizes 5ft to 6ft 9in (blue bubbles), 5ft to 7ft 3in (navy/silver)

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IV Horse Eco no fill with neck £69.90

Tested by Mary Fuller on her WB gelding, JamesThis is a good lightweight rug which fitted James really well. It is quite generous depth wise, which I like. The shoulder gussets were a great addition as James has large shoulders and it made the rug fit and move with him. The addition of a neck cover is a good idea and it definitely helped keep James (who is grey) cleaner during those wet summer days.Colour PurpleSizes 5ft to 6ft in

Masta Zing lightweight turnout £53.50

Tested by Julie Brown on her KWPN gelding, BoI like the fit of this rug – the shoulder gussets allow good freedom of movement. It’s a good depth and the tail flap is nice and generous giving added protection around the hindquarters. On unpredictable spring, summer and autumn days, it has kept him dry and clean. It’s still in very condition too.Colours Dark navy, steelSizes 4ft 6in to 7ft 3in

KP Equestrian combo £49

Tested by Gavin Connell on his ISH, Bailey, and his TB, DoubleThis is a really good fit on both of my horses – they both have quite different conformation but it suited both of them. I would say it’s more of a medium weight rug – it still gives good protection from rain and I’ve used it on cooler days too. The outer material isn’t that durable – It had one rip in it which I’ve had repaired but it’s still got plenty of life left in it.Colours Blue with raspberry trim, raspberry with blue trimSizes 5ft 3in to 6ft 9in

Bridleway Summer turnout £54.95

Tested by Teresa Lowther on her TB gelding, GusThis rug suited Gus well – he can sometimes be a bit tricky to fit because of his high withers. All the fastenings are good quality and the shoulder gussets are in the right place, allowing good freedom of movement. The tail flap isn’t overly generous but other than that I really like this rug and it’s still in great condition too. Colours Black/red, navy/beige/baby blueSizes 5ft 3in to 7ft

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Swish Equestrian lightweight turnout £59.99 (pre-season offer £44.99)

Tested by Allison Lowther on her ID x TB, JesterI really like this rug. The fit is very good, it’s easy to handle, the fastenings are good quality and the outer material is robust too. It has 50g of filling and Jester stayed nice and warm well into the winter before he was clipped. It’s waterproof even in continuous heavy rain. Colours Navy, redSizes 5ft 3in to 7ft 6in

WeatherBeeta Landa Original £64.99

Tested by Gavin Connell on his TB gelding BaileyI really like this rug and struggle to fault it. The fit is great, it doesn’t rub or move at all. Bailey has worn this rug a lot and he is always nice and dry underneath even after prolonged rain. The outer material is nice and tough too. I like this rug so much I would buy ones for my other two horses.Colours Teal/rock, navy/red/white,Sizes 5ft to 7ft (teal/rock), 4ft 9in to 7ft 6in (navy/red/white)

WeaterBeeta Genero standard neck £39.99

Tested by Emma Scotney on her gelding, OscarThis is a good quality lightweight turnout rug. It has no filling at all, making it perfect for those warm wet days. It kept Oscar clean and dry during the summer months. The fit is very good and the polyester lining kept his coat nice and shiny – it didn’t rub at all. I was surprised at the price, I thought it would be more expensive.Colours Stone/violetSizes 4ft to 7ft

WeatherBeeta Joules standard neck £76.99

Tested by Gavin Connell on his TB gelding, RossThis is a nice fitting rug, Ross has very high withers and I sometime struggle to get rugs to fit him nicely but this one was fine. It doesn’t move and it hasn’t rubbed him either. The shoulder gussets give good freedom and didn’t restrict his movement at all. Probably a bit more than I would normally pay for a lightweight turnout but it’s done a good job.Colour Fiona spotSizes 5ft to 7ft 3in

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Caldene stocks From £13.50Material 100% cotton or 100% polyester (depending on type)Style Self tieColours White, cream, champagne, ivorySize One size

Equetech Deluxe ready tied stocks £20.25-£24.50Material 100% Duchess satin – plain stocks, 30% viscose, 63% polyester and 7% lurex for patterned stocksStyle Ready tiedColours White, creamSize One size

Shires stock £6.99Material 100% cottonStyle Ready tiedColour WhiteSizes S, M, L

Spartan Sparkle stocks £38.45Material Polyester dupion with Swarovski crystals Colours Pink, cream, whiteStyle Ready tiedSize One size

Fuller Fillies long stock £8.95Material Cotton and LycraStyle Ready tiedColour WhiteSizes Medium, large

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Saddlecraft stock pins £7.99Colours Silver, gold coloured metal with diamante embellishment

Shires Diamante Horseshoe stock pin £7.99Colours Gold, silver

Dressage Deluxe Silver Majestic stock stud pin £69

Dressage Deluxe Gold V stock pin with pearl £199

Equetech Magnetic stock pin £11.95Colour Crystal, pink

Buckover Equi-bibs £25.30Material Silk – huge choice of designs availableStyle Ready tiedColours Cream, white, ivorySize One size

Dressage Deluxe Diamond/Silver Spot Silk stock £29Material 100% silkStyle Self tieColours White, creamSize One size

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q Equetech Weston Deluxe tweed jacket £119.95-£128.95Material 100% woolStyle A double-vented jacket with a velvet collar and pocket welts, designed to flatter all shapesColours Green with red, canary, chestnut or navy over-checkSizes 34in to 48in

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Competition jackets

Stand out from the crowd this season with one of these stunning jackets

MOre iNFOFiNd the riGht jacket FOr yOu. yh says...There are lots of discipline-specific jackets on the market these days and, if you’re going to look the part, it pays to buy one designed for the job you need it to do. For instance, a jacket for dressage should provide a bit of elegance and help to create an effortless picture. A show jumper will want a jacket which allows for movement – you don’t want it to split under pressure. If you dabble in a bit of everything, then buy a good all-rounder. The colourFor dressage, black and navy are still the choice for most riders, although for those who have reached the

dizzy heights of wearing top hat and tails, other colours are becoming more fashionable. For eventing, tweed or plain jackets are both popular – choose which you like best.

Showing also gives you a choice, depending on the class you’re entering. If you’re going for tweed, pick a colour that complements the colour of your horse.

Show jumpers are the daring ones. Bright red, green, brown, light blues, blousen-styles – most things go.

An all-round jacket should be navy or black as these colours are acceptable in most disciplines. Always check the rule book for your discipline. FitThe fit of your jacket can do wonders for your overall presentation.

To work out if yours fits properly, try this:1 Bend your elbows into the position

they’ll be in when riding to see if the arm length is correct – the sleeve should end at the top of your wrist

2 If you love jumping then straighten out your arms a little as you would when tackling a fence. You can then check if the jacket feels tight across your back – it shouldn’t

3 Squat in a riding position to test the length. The jacket should stop a few inches below your hip bone

4 Make sure the jacket isn’t too tight or baggy. A tailored jacket will flatter most figures while some jackets are specifically designed with the larger frame in mind

Sonnenreiter Bergamo show jacket £179.90Material 54% polyester, 43% new wool and 3% LycraStyle A double-vented jacket with smart piping on the collar and pocket flaps. Dirt and water-repellentColour AnthraciteSizes 6 to 18

Cavallo Galathea Sport competition jacket £219Material Wool, polyester and elastaneStyle This slim-fit competition jacket is designed to stretch for comfort. It’s machine washable with double vent and matt silver buttons Colours Navy pinstripe, plain navy, black, grey pinstripeSizes 8 to 18

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Caldene Quorn tweed jacket £240Material 100% woolStyle This tweed jacket is designed to fit perfectly, giving an elegant and smart lookColours Green/pink, green/lilac, light green,

dark green and brownSizes 24 to 42in

Caldene Classic Easy Care jacket £89.99Material PolyesterStyle A classic show jacket perfect for any discipline – and it’s machine washableColours Black, navy Sizes 24in to 42in

p Dressage Deluxe Diva show jacket £149Material Washable wool and Lycra mixStyle The flattering cut-away style of this jacket gives the illusion of a longer leg length, ideal for budding dressage ridersColours Black, navySizes 8 to 14

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t Equiport Technical show jacket £365Material Waterproof Schoeller Style This jacket can be customised to your own specification including a bit of bling. It is breathable, ultra stretchy and machine washable Colours Black, navy, red, silver grey, royal blue, whiteSizes 8 to 16, short, regular or long lengths

q Cavallo Girasol Select tailcoat £549Material 54, wool, 44% polyester and 2% Lycra Style A lovely double breasted, six button classic tailcoat. It is fully lined with a weighted tail and has a slim flattering cut to suit any shapeColours Marine, grey (other options available, made to order) Sizes 8 to 20

Equiport Tweed showing jackets £360Material WoolStyle Beautifully tailored and individually made to the client’s exact specification, these jackets are sure to impress Colours Designed to orderSizes 8 to 18, regular or long lengths. Made to measure is also available

Tagg Saville jacket £150Material 100% woolStyle Ideal for showing, this double-vented jacket creates an elegant look with its velvet collar, pocket piping and unusual fox head buttonsColours Brown, Navy Sizes 32in to 42in

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p Dressage Deluxe Divine show jacket £149Material Washable wool fabricStyle With its double vents, this jacket is cut to complement curves and is very flattering. It has a velvet collar and smart matt silver buttons Colours Navy, blackSizes 8 to 16

Caldene Wentworth show jacket £109.50Material 100% polyester Style An inset velvet collar with coloured pockets and self-coloured lining gives this jacket the ‘wow’ factorColours Black, navy Sizes 34in to 42in

u Dublin Ashby jacket £52.99Material 100% polyesterStyle A stylish and practical jacket with a tailored waist and double rear vents, providing a flattering fit. It has co-ordinating lining, buttons and cord piping on the collar to add a touch of elegance Colours Navy, black, pewterSizes 10 to 20

Fuller Fillies Foxy jacket £84.95Material Soft polyester and Lycra with Teflon coatingStyle Double vented with wider than normal flair at the bottom to accommodate larger hips. A velvet collar and pocket flaps with colour coded button holes provide that extra touch Colours Navy, blackSizes 16 to 24

Saddlecraft show jacket £44.75Material Teflon-coated fabricStyle A highly practical jacket offering great value for money, it has a velveteen collar with piped detailsColours Black, navy Sizes 32in to 44in

Anky Classic competition jacket £145Material Schoeller NanoSphere fabricStyle This jacket is cleverly designed to be self cleaning – the special finish allows splashes, stains, dirt and water to run off. It’s also breathable and stretches to allow full movement while riding Colour NavySize 32in to 42in

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p Asmar Equestrian dressage show jacket £250Material Suiting fabricStyle A beautifully tailored jacket specially designed for the dressage arena. Single vented, breathable and wrinkle resistantColours Black, heather grey, navy pinstripeSizes XS to XXL

u Tagg Fontainbleu competition jacket £139.99Material 100% woolStyle A lightweight jacket with a panel back and brushed matt silver buttonsColours Navy blue with grey/green/blue pinstripes and a navy and light blue piping velvet collar Sizes 34in to 42in

Fuller Fillies Vixen jacket £139.95Material Wool and polyesterStyle A double-vented jacket that is cleverly designed and tailored to flatter the larger lady. The fuchsia pink lining offers a touch of luxuryColours Blue/grey, charcoalSizes 16 to 24

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Tagg Funnell Ladies Burghley lightweight tweed jacket £139.99Material 100% woolStyle This is a lightweight jacket, designed with the highest level of showing in mind. Double vented with a plain collar and four plain buttonsColour Malt brownSizes 32in to 42in

Gersemi IDUN competition jacket £290Material Polyester/polyeurathane/elastane mixStyle A four-way stretch breathable, water and stain-resistant jacket with interchangeable buttonsColours Chocolate, black, blue Size XS to XL

t Equetech Oxford In-Vent show jacket £79.95-£81.95Material 5% polyester, 32% viscose twill, 3% LycraStyle This jacket has a showerproof finish and the unique In-Vent stretch shoulder seams give freedom of movement. Silver piped velvet collar and pocket welts give that added extraColours Black, navy Size 34in to 48in

Men’s GPA Grand Prix II Special competition jacket £286Material Machine washable technical fabricsStyle An uncluttered classic jacket with a stretchy fit for total comfort Colours Navy, chocolate, anthracite, red, black Sizes 32in to 48in

Sonnenreiter Chicago softshell competition jacket £199.90Material Sofileta softshellStyle Elastic, water resistant and windproof, this jacket is perfect for all types of competition. It has a unique cut around the chest offering a good fit and the press-button fastenings lend it a distinguished lookColour BlackSizes 6 to 18

p Shires Ladies show jacket £54.99Material 100% polyesterStyle Tailored for a flattering, comfortable fit this jacket has a silver-edged velvet collar and pocket trims and antiqued metal buttons Colours Black/silver, navy/silver Sizes 30in to 42in

Caldene Silverdale jacket £118.50Material 100% woolStyle A smart, fitted jacket with side vents, a navy velvet collar and green foxhead buttons to add a bit of pizzazColours Dark green, light green, green Sizes 24in to 44in

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1 Cottage Craft Pony Collection Grooming Kit Around £10.50Colours Dandy red, daisy blueContents Body brush, face brush, curry comb, mane and tail comb, hoof pick with brush and horse-shaped sponge

2 Cottage Craft Grooming Box £14.99Colours Grey/pink, black/red, purple/lilac, pink/navy Contents Sponge, body brush, dandy brush, mane comb, plastic curry comb, hoof pick with brush and a sweat scraper

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3 Stable Environment Grooming Bag £9.99Colours Pink, blueContents Empty

4 Carrots Grooming Bag £15Colours Pink/lilacContents Empty (contents pictured for display only)

5 StableKit Grooming Bag £12.45Colours Burgundy, navy, baby blue, grey, redContents Empty

6 StableKit Grooming Box £21.45Colours Red, navy, bronze, purple, pink, baby blue, petrol blueContents Empty but has a lift-out tray and movable divider. This box can be also used as a step

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7 Moorland Rider Horse Stuff Big Bag £9.50Colours Pink, NaturalContents Empty

8 Roma Backpack Grooming Kit £9.99Colour Blue, purple, pink, baby blueContents Dandy brush, body brush, sweat scraper, rubber curry comb, hoof pick, sponge, plastic mane comb

9 Roma Grooming Carry Bag £9.99Colours Blue, purple, pinkContents Empty

10 Roma Ultimate Grooming Kit £17.99Colours Blue, purple, pinkContents Hoof Pick with brush, large sponge, plastic sweat scraper, rubber curry comb, plastic mane comb, 500 braiding bands, hoof oil and brush, dandy brush, body brush

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Tried and Tested

Fly rugsDon’t let flies spoil your horse’s summer – we

tell you which fly rugs worked for our horses last year, to help you decide which one to buy

Loveson fly rug £33.99

Tested by Julie Brown on her KWPN gelding, BoThis rug fitted Bo well and gave good coverage and protection from flies. The belly flap fitted snuggly but the tail flap could be bigger and the material did snag easily. Bo wore this rug every day in summer, so it had a lot of use, but I didn’t find the material very durable and the rug does need replacing. It has a lot of good points and isn’t expensive but you may have to replace it each year. Colour WhiteSizes 5ft to 7ft

Performance100 2 4 6 8

Fit/comfort100 2 4 6 8

Total 18/30300 6 12 18 24

Value for money100 2 4 6 8

Bucas Buzz Off Rain rug £97, Combi neck £43

Tested by Allison Lowther on her Hanoverian mare, WishI really like the idea of this rug – you can tell thought has gone into its design. It stopped Wish being bothered so much by flies and also gave additional protection when it rained. It slipped to the right – there’s very little adjustment on the fastenings (only the leg straps could be altered) which did let it down a bit. The belly flap gives extra protection.Colour Silver with navy trimSizes 5ft to 7ft

Performance100 2 4 6 8

Fit/comfort100 2 4 6 8

Total 23/30300 6 12 18 24

Value for money100 2 4 6 8

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Bridleway Edmonton Fly combo £49.95

Tested by Allison Lowther on her gelding ID x TB, JesterJester does get bothered by flies and this rug definitely made his turnout time more bearable. It fitted nicely but slipped back slightly. The neck could have been a bit longer – when Jester was grazing it left the top of his neck exposed. The outer material is tough and shows no signs of wear, it has washed well and will be used again this summer.Colour WhiteSizes 4ft 9in to 7ft

Shires Tempest combo rug £38.99

Tested by Tracey Sansby on her Appaloosa mare, LuluThis is a nice quality rug which did a good job. It fits nicely but did slip back slightly and the tail flap could be a bit bigger, but the cut is deep giving coverage to the belly area. The material is reflective – a bit different from other fly rugs I’ve had. The built-in neck cover is a good length and the spine in it helped it stay in place. It’s washed well and it’s a great price too. Colour SilverSizes 4ft to 7ft

WeatherBeeta Airflow combo From £59.99

Tested by Mary Fuller on her sport horse mare, WillowI really like the fit of this rug, it doesn’t move and there was no sign of it rubbing. Willow wore it all summer and it kept her coat in great condition. The material is soft but durable. The tail flap is generous and offers good protection. The belly flap is a good idea but isn’t overly generous. All in all, a good quality rug. Colours Blue bubbles, silver/navy, denimSizes 5ft to 7ft (blue bubbles, silver/navy), 4ft to 7ft 6in (denim)

Performance100 2 4 6 8

Fit/comfort100 2 4 6 8

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MOre iNFOKeeping our horses clean is a sign of good stable management but it doesn’t necessarily mean giving him a full bath.

There is now a wide range of washes available which you simply dilute in water and don’t need to rinse – perfect for using after exercise.

They contain ingredients which help remove dirt and sweat. It’s also popular to include different essential oils which may also help to calm, soothe and relax.

COMMONly used iNGredieNts iNCludeLavender oil is known to help calm and soothCitronella oil is antiseptic,

bactericidal and a deodorant Tea Tree oil is widely used for its antiseptic and mild local anaesthetic properties to help with any cuts, abrasions and skin infections your horse may haveWitch Hazel naturally cleanses, tones and soothesEucalpytus oil has a stimulating aroma and is also antibacterial and antiseptic

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WashesTreat your horse to a nice wash down after working, and

remove sweat and dirt the easy way with one of these washes, leaving his coat clean and shiny

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2 Funnell Lavender Wash £5.99 for 500ml

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Eucalyptus Body Wash £9.50 for 500ml

4 Supreme Products Lavender Body Wash £9.50 for 500ml

5 Stable Environment Shower ‘N’ Shine £8.99 for 500ml6 Net-Tex

Natural Lavender No Rinse Wash From £5.99 for 500ml

7 Net-Tex Re–Vive Peppermint & Spearmint Wash From £5.99 for 500ml

8 Net-Tex Citronella Wash £6.99 for 500ml

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17 189 Equine America Equi-Lin £39.99 for 3.8 litres

10 Equine America Soreless Liniment £39.98 for 946ml

11 Carr & Day & Martin Liniment £12.60 for 500ml

12 Equimins Lavender Fresh Wash £5.65 for 500ml

13 Equimins Clean Coat Body Wash £9.25 for 500ml

14 Barrier Animal Healthcare Pesky Pest Wash £8.90 for 500ml

15 OzOil - Tea Tree Oil Super Body Wash £12.25 for 1 litre

16 OzOil - Tea Tree Oil Leg Wash £8.50 for 500ml

17 Mark Todd Unwind & Relax Competition Wash £8.45 for 500ml

18 NAF Off Citronella Wash £6.95 for 500ml

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Lightweight stable rugs

Versatile and easy to use, a lightweight stable rug is a must-have item – read on to see which ones

performed best in our test last summer

Bucas Celtic Cool £94 combi neck £39

Tested by Julie Brown on her KWPN gelding, BoThis is a very good quality lightweight stable rug. It fits nicely and I really like the Click‘n Go front fastening which is quick to use. The outer material is really tough and has remained relatively stain free despite a lot of use. The neck cover is easy to fit and doesn’t move at all. This is a well-made rug but it’s expensive for a lightweight stable rug.Colours Navy, grey/navy tartanSizes 5ft to 7ft

Performance100 2 4 6 8

Fit/comfort100 2 4 6 8

Total 23/30300 6 12 18 24

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WeatherBeeta Jasper Extra lite £41.99

Tested by Mary Fuller on her sport horse mare WillowThis is a nice lightweight stable rug – it only has 110g of filling, making it great for using during the summer. I’ve also used it as an under rug through the colder months. It’s a good fit but the outer material isn’t as robust as others I’ve used – it’s had a few repairs. It’s a useful rug, at a good price, and still has plenty of life in it. Colours Blue/grey, navy/silverSizes 5ft to 6ft 9in (blue/grey), 4ft to 7ft 3in (navy/silver)

Performance100 2 4 6 8

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Total 24/30300 6 12 18 24

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WeatherBeeta cotton sheet £29.99

Tested by Allison Lowther on her Hanoverian mare, WishWish wore this on summer nights to help keep her clean. The fit is good but it did rub her shoulder slightly and become a bit tight across her chest overnight. It is made of good quality cotton which is very durable and shows no sign of wear. It got dirty quite quickly – the colour I have shows up all the stains –but washes well. Colours Navy/red/white, teal/rockSizes 5ft to 7ft (navy/red/white), 5ft 6in to 5ft 9in (teal/rock)

Masta Quiltmasta fixed neck £51.99

Tested by Allison Lowther on her Hanoverian mare, WishThis rug has proved to be a useful addition to Wish’s rug wardrobe. It’s been used on a daily basis through the spring, autumn and winter either on its own or as an under rug. It’s lightweight, easy to handle and the fixed neck gives extra warmth. It’s her usual size (6ft 3in) but it’s a little generous especially around the chest. It’s had a lot of use and still looks great.Colour RedSizes 4ft 6in to 7ft 3in

Masta PP check light £51.99

Tested by Mary Fuller on her Warmblood gelding, JamesI really like this rug, but I would say the sizing is generous compared to other makes. The 115g filling kept James comfortably warm overnight during the summer. I’ve also used it in the winter as an under rug too. The outer material feels nice and tough and it’s showing no signs of wear. I would recommend this rug – the price is good too.Colour Purple checkSizes 4ft 6in to 7ft 3in

Performance100 2 4 6 8

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Help keep your mare’s hormones under control, so she can breeze through her seasons, with

a supplement that calms and soothes

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Most of us who own a mare would never know when they’re in season. But there are some mares who can’t help but let us know they’re feeling a little hormonal – becoming highly sensitive, moody little madams during their seasons.

If you own a mare who suffers from seasonal problems, it can make certain times of the month a bit tricky. As well as feeling moody they often feel uncomfortable too – during her season your mare’s ovary area becomes inflamed and painful. The ovaries are situated relatively high up near the spine, a little behind where the saddle sits. So it’s

no wonder some mares become sensitive and aren’t keen to be groomed or tacked up. It can also affect her ability to use her quarters and lengthen, impacting on her competition performance.

Adding a hormonal supplement to her diet can help your mare cope during her seasons. To get the best results, it’s a good idea to start feeding her the supplement early enough – her seasons can start from late February/early March.

Look for products which have a blend of natural extracts with multiple sourced antioxidants which support the system by flushing out the build-up of toxins associated with any inflammatory reaction. Using a concentrated source allows you to vary the feeding level according to her needs.

Herbs can also play a key role, for example chasteberry (vitex agnus-castus), also known as monk’s pepper or chaste tree berry, which has been recognised for many years for its benefits in supporting correct hormone levels.

To support any discomfort associated with hormonal stress, try cramp bark – a failsafe of North American native women who reach for it whenever menstrual cramps kick in.

Additional support from magnesium will allow muscle cramping around the affected area to relax, and help your mare feel more comfortable.

If you need any help with your hormonal mare, contact one of the companies here who will be able to give you lots of helpful advice.

1 Dodson & Horrell Stroppy Mare Price per dose 38pPrice £12.75 for 1kgDosage (per day) Two scoops per day (dried)Loading dose Not specifiedKey ingredients Peony petals, raspberry leaves, chamomile, vervain, St John’s wort and chasteberry

2 NAF Oestress Price per dose 75p for 37.5mlPrice £19.95 for 1 litre (liquid), £23.95 for 500g (powder)Dosage (per day) 25 to 50ml

Loading dose Not specified but can feed up to 100mls per day if necessaryKey ingredients Selected herbs, magnesium chloride

3 Wendals Moody Mare Price per dose £1Price £19.99 for 1kgDosage (per day) 10g per 100kg of body weightLoading dose Not neededKey ingredients Eight herbs

4 Equine America No More Moods Solution Price per dose 48p

Price £29.99 for 946mlDosage (per day) 15ml Loading dose 30mls a day for five days or until desired effectKey ingredients Chasteberry, magnesium oxide, thiamine HCI

5 Equine Health & Herbal Hormonise Price per dose £1.17Price £19.50 for 1 litreDosage (per day) 60ml Loading dose 100ml per day for two weeksKey ingredients Chasteberry (vitex agnus-castus)

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7 Hilton Herbs Equilibrium Gold Price per dose 60p Price £21 for 1kgDosage (per day) 30mls Key ingredients Vitex agnus castus,

valerian, cramp bark and chamomile flowers. (Valerian-free version available for horses competing under Jockey Club or FEI rules)

8 Equimins Nightmare Hormonal Mare supplement Price per dose 78p for 25gPrice £23.44 for 750gDosage (per day) Lower level 1 measure (10 g); maintenance level 1–2 measures (10-20g); higher level 2–3 measures (20-30g) Loading dose Not specified

Key ingredients Chaste tree berry, dandelion, raspberry, chamomile, skullcap, passion flour, L-tryptophan, magnesium fumerate, minerals and other antioxidants

9 Equimins Temperamental Liquid Tincture Price per dose 30pPrice £20.25 for 1 litreDosage (per day) 15ml Loading dose Not specifiedKey ingredients Chaste tree berry, dandelion, raspberry, chamomile and skullcap

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B Barrier Animal Healthcare 01953 456363 or www.barrier-biotech.comBridleway 0845 241 9970 www.bridlewayequestrian.comBucas 01352 763350 or www.zebraproducts.co.uk Buckover Equi-bibs 01454 412241 /07884364772

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Equiport 01565 723525 or www.equiport.co.ukEurostar 01282 471911 or www.saddlesdirectemporium.com

F Feedmark 0800 585525 or www.feedmark.com Fiebling’s 01565 650343 or www.abbeyengland.com Fuller Fillies 01977 625025 or www.fuller-fillies.co.uk Funnell Equestrian 01636 636135

G Gersemi 01352 763350 or www.zebraproducts.co.uk GFS 01922 638094 or www.gfsriding.co.uk GPA 01483 346011 or www.performancerider.co.uk Groom Away 01384 877857 or www.flyaway.ltd.uk Groom’s Choice www.equinehealthandherbal.co.uk

H Harry Hall 01274 711101 or www.harryhall.co.uk Healing Tree 07850 738875 or www.healing-tree.co.uk Hilton Herbs 0800 294 1250 or www.hiltonherbs.co.uk Horze www.horze.com

I IV Horse 01888 544261 or www.4horse.co.uk

J Jack Murphy 01768 867590 or www.jackmurphy.co.ukJust Togs 01922 616777 or www.justtogs.co.uk

K KP Equestrian www.kpequestrian.com

L Lincoln www.battles.co.uk/lincolnLoveson 01636 636135 or www.taggequestrian.co.uk

M Mark Todd 01303 872277 or www.wefi.co.uk

Masta 01274 711101 or www.masta.co.uk Moorland Rider 01782 397796 or www.moorlandrider.co.ukMountain Horse 01462 432596 or www.mountainhorse.co.ukMusto www.musto.com

N NAF 0800 373106 or www.naf-uk.com Net-Tex 01474 813999 or www.net-tex.co.uk

O Oliver Townend 01522 529206 or www.battles.co.uk/townend Oz Oil www.equinehealthandherbal.co.uk

R Roma Available from leading saddlery storesRuggle it 01823 259952 or www.karenruggles.co.uk

S Saddlecraft 01303 872277 or www.wefi.co.ukShires 01568 613600 or www.shiresequestrian.comSonnenreiter 01642 760756 or www.equisapiens.co.uk/Sonnenreiter-UK.htmlSpartan 01303 872277 or www.wefi.co.ukStable Environment 01422 310483 or www.stable-environment.co.ukStableKit 01303 872277 or www.wefi.co.ukSupreme Products 01377 229050 or www.supremeproducts.co.ukSwish Equestrian 01904 704264 or www.swish-equestrian.co.uk

T Tagg Equestrian 01636 636135 or www.taggequestrian.co.ukTottie 01247 711101 or www.tottie.co.ukTownend 01522 529206 or www.battles.co.uk/townend

W WeatherBeeta www.weatherbeeta.comWendals Herbs www.battles.co.uk/wendals

Stockists

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