A new online safety center provided by Horse Illustrated in partnership with Tipperary Equestrian makes horseback riding safety information easy to access and understand and rewards riders for participating with monthly prizes.
Developing rider safety awareness
Online visitors can test their knowledge of equestrian safety and protective riding gear by taking the Safety Certification quiz.
HorseChannel.com visitors can test their knowledge of equestrian safety and protective riding gear by taking the Safety Certification quiz. Every participant who scores a 70% or better will be entered to win valuable safety gear from Tipperary Equestrian.
New prizes are offered monthly with participants in the first 30 days being entered to win either a limited edition breast cancer awareness Pink Eventer Vest (MSRP $259) or Pink Sportage Helmet (MSRP $74.95). The Safety Center runs from May 15 to August 15.
"Safe riding practices are so important to our readers, our magazine and our industry,” said Horse Illustrated Editor Elizabeth Moyer. “We are very pleased to work with Tipperary Equestrian to make this relevant information available to equestrians everywhere."
The free program has five main components:
- Safe riding and horse handling practices
- Safety Gear FAQ answering common questions about helmets
- Interactive quizzes on safe horsemanship
- Video and step-by-step instructions on correctly fitting helmets and protective vests
- A showcase of the latest safety gear from Tipperary
About Horse Illustrated:
For nearly 40 years, readers have turned to Horse Illustrated for essential information about equine health, nutrition, grooming and all aspects of horse care plus English and western training solutions, breed profiles and more, all from respected resources and top industry experts.
Horse Illustrated helps riders of all experience levels improve their riding performance and gives them the skills to better care for and enjoy their horses. Horse Illustrated is a monthly magazine available on newsstands, by subscription and as a digital edition.
About Tipperary Equestrian:
The Tipperary Equestrian brand, which is owned by Phoenix Performance Products Inc., has been producing protective vests for the equestrian industry for 30 years. Phoenix Performance Products is the largest manufacturer of equestrian and Rodeo vests in the world. Their mission is to keep equine and rodeo athletes safe. Phoenix Performance Products is based in Ontario, Canada.