Road Gear

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PHOTOS BY SUSHIL DULAI WENHOLZ

Reflective Riding Gear

As the days become shorter, visibility horseback becomes more critical, both at home and on the road. High Visibility Sportswear, from the British manufacturer Equisafety, helps you and your horse stand out in varying light conditions, as well as under headlights and street lights. Styles include a waterproof, windproof, breathable jacket; a breathable waistcoat; and waterproof equine leg boots (one size fits all). Some apparel items offer an optional back sign for roadside riding that read “Please Pass Wide and Slow.” The products are available in bright yellow, orange, and pink, and feature reflective and fluorescent properties.

Horse-Chore Boots

Tired of the mud and muck ruining your leather boots? The rubber Quatro® Boots from Bag Man LLC are ideal for horse chores while traveling with your horse, as well as at home, as you clean stalls and work around the barn. The boots feature the company’s multilayered Quatro Comfort System orthotic footbed, along with a tapered mud-releasing outsole. Available in insulated, non-insulated, and extreme insulated models.

Healthy Treats

Lure your horse into the trailer with Omega Fields’ Nibblers Low Sugar & Starch treat supplement, a nutritious, Omega-3 treat supplement for horses in all life stages. The treats contain 63 percent less sugar and starch than the original Omega Nibblers treats, and they are low in non-structural carbohydrates. The heart-shaped treats are made from stabilized ground flaxseed and other natural, nutritious ingredients. Choose apple or peppermint flavoring.

All-Terrain Hoof Boot

Protect your barefoot horse’s hooves during fall travels. The all-terrain Trek hoof boot from Cavallo features a pull-tab for easy hoof insertion. The boot’s upper is made from the company’s abrasion-resistant, shock-protecting, lightweight Pro Mesh material; a soft foam collar protects your horse’s fetlock. The sole is designed to take pressure off your horse’s frog, sole, and bars, while drainage slots reduce mud and debris buildup. A replaceable hook-and-loop closure system prolongs the life of the boot. The boot is available individually or in pairs in Regular and Slim sole size; options allow you to customize the fit.