Are you competition ready?

For dressage and show-jumping, black or dark blue riding hats or protective headwear must comply with safety standards and include a PAS 015* or VG1 01.040 2014-12* stamp, plus a BSI Kitemark or Inspec IC Mark.

For cross-country events, covered, ‘jockey skulls’ without peaks or trims greater than 5mm must be worn, as must British Equestrian Trade Association (BETA) approved body protectors that have been manufactured since 2000.

Air jackets can now be worn for added protection in any event but cross-country competitors should wear theirs over the mandatory body protectors.

Jackets

Jacket requirements vary between events. Black and dark blue are the general standard in all categories but show-jumping competitors may wear red, while novice or intermediate dressage riders can wear tweed. 
One of the advantages of tweed is that it doesn’t have to be worn with any specific colour stocks or ties so riders have a little freedom to play around with style and personalise their look.

The only rules regarding stocks and ties is that they are always tied properly and that advanced dressage riders only wear white.

Whips, spurs and air jackets are all optional, but specific regulations apply to them as well as the use of any sponsorship logos which may need prior approval before competing. You can find complete details of the regulations regarding attire and every aspect of each event in the BE rule book.

The British Eventing season runs until October and there are still plenty of opportunities for new entrants in all categories at locations across the UK so book your spectator tickets or sign up and get involved!