Equine sports are expensive. And accessories here are not just decorations. They depend on the safety of the rider and the horse, comfort, and performance. We tell you about the best brands and models of accessories for equine sports in 2026.

Saddle

Types: jumping (with short wings for jumps), dressage (with deep seat), all-purpose. Brands: Stübben (Germany), Pessoa (USA), CWD (France), Prestige (Italy). Material: leather (classic, requires care) or synthetic (easier, cheaper). Best saddle in 2026: CWD 2G (adapts to any horse's back). Price: from 100,000 rubles (used) to 500,000 rubles (new).

The saddle must fit the horse (try-on is mandatory).

Bridle

Comprises: crown piece (secures the head), cheek strap, browband, bit (or curb). Brands: Kieffer (Germany), Passier (Germany), Edix (France). Material: leather (expensive) or biotanned leather (synthetic, washable). Bits: copper (increase saliva production) or stainless steel. Best bridle: Kieffer Exclusive (soft, durable). Price: 15,000 — 50,000 rubles.

Don't skimp on leather — cheap bridles rub the horse.

Valtrop (poncho)

Placed under the saddle, absorbs sweat, protects the back. Material: cotton (breathable) or gel (absorbs shock). Best: Lemieux (England) — anatomical shape. Brands: Horseware, Eskadron, Kingsland. Colors: any, but conservative in competitions (white, black). Price: 5,000 — 15,000 rubles.

Change after each use (washing).

Horse leg protection

Boot (shoe) for front legs, tendons. Wraps (elastic) — require skill to wrap. Hoof cream (moisturizes, protects from cracks). Brands: Back on Track (therapeutic), Premier Equine, Veredus. Best: Veredus Carbon (impact-resistant). Price: boots — 7,000 — 20,000 rubles per pair.

Wraps are more expensive to maintain, but better secure.

Rider's equipment

Helmet: must be certified (ASTM/SEI). Brands: Charles Owen (England), GPA (France), Uvex (Germany). Price: 15,000 — 50,000 rubles. Protective vest: for cross-country (mandatory). Brands: Airowear, Racesafe. Boots: classic (high) or chaps (low + gaiters). Brands: Tredstep, De Niro, Ariat. Gloves (gloves): leather, to prevent the reins from slipping. Brands: Roeckl.

Important: change the helmet after each fall (even if there are no cracks).

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