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Guard Against Glare
PHOTO BY KENT AND CHARLENE KRONE
During the fall equinox, the sun sits low in the sky because of the tilt of the earth’s axis. The resulting glare can make driving a challenge for equestrian travelers.
Sun glare is not only annoying, it’s also dangerous. It can leave you blinded for two to three seconds after exposure while your eyes adjust. USRider® Equestrian Traveler’s Companion
You love traveling with your horse in the fall when the air is cooler and there are fewer drivers on the road than in the summer. You might be traveling to an end-of-season show, your eye on a string of ribbons or maybe even a championship trophy. Or, you might be headed to see the spectacular fall colors on an overnight camping adventure. You’re now on the open road. It’s late afternoon. You’re exhausted from driving all day. Your route runs due west. There’s not a cloud in the deep-blue fall sky. As the sun continues to sink, the sun angles directly into your eyes. You can’t tell whether the stoplights are red, yellow, or green. You hold up your hand to block the sun’s rays, compromising your ability to react in an emergency and limiting your visibility even more. You’re at risk for an accident that could bring serious harm to yourself, your horse, and other drivers. >>
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Fall 2019
