Elite Equestrian magazine May June issue 2014 by Elite Equestrian LLC

Elite Equestrian Celebrating The Equestrian Lifestyle

Volume 14 Issue 3 Complimentary

Team Polo USA

Show Savvy Looks Sports Injuries

•Prevention • Muscle Condition • Concussions

Equestrian Developments & Resorts

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Whoever said “you can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make them drink” never owned a Miraco waterer. If you want them to drink, just follow the leader.

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FASHION Show Savvy Looks

Equestrain Developements and Resorts

POLO Team USPA

Elite Equestrian Europe FEI World Cup

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16 Must Haves: Fashion & Accessories 18 HERMÈS USA Ofﬁcial Partnership with USEF 20 Cool Summer Noble Outﬁtters™ 24 Summer Style Equiline 28 The Poof 30 NEW Dressage Jacket 31 Dress Boot Highlight Tucci 32 His & Hers Tredstep Founder, Aidan Keogh 54 Chisholm Gallery Alfredo De La Maria 56 Chisholm Gallery Lonnie Clark 58 Power & Grace Clarice Smith Exhibit

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Sports Injuries Prevention Concussions Muscel Aches Spark Motion Saddle Fitting Technology

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40 Art & Antiques: Dr. Lori top 10 collectables

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Must Haves for your horse Train Like Magic! Saddle Fit Q & A Ride Alert

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�� Editor in Chief: Noelle Vander Brink Marketing Director: Bill Vander Brink Advertising Director, Western Region: Steve Neuman Ph: 303-646-3005 Cell: 303-877-0686 eliteequestrian7@aol.com Advertising Sales, N.E.Region: Kathy Dress 610-420-9964 kdress@ptd.net Art & Antiques Editor: Dr. Lori Verderame Equine Art Editor: Jeanne Chisholm Health Editor: Marilyn Miller-Heath Fashion Editor: LA Pomeroy Legal Editor: Avery S., Chapman,Esquire Saddle Specialist Editor: Jochen Schleese Contributing Writers Joanne M. Anderson Alessandra Deerinck Dr. Amy Hayek Elizabeth Hedley Alex Majtenyi Dr. Bill Ormston Cunningham Tallman Pennington Alex Webbe

Contributing Photographers: Sandrine Linglet Henry Moreigne Lila Photography Kaylee Shcerbinski Manuela Stefan

NEXT ISSUE: July/August 2014 Deadline: June 13, 2014 Bling in the Ring, Barns & Footing Sun Exposure/Melanoma For Media Kit email: info@EliteEquestrian.us

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Show Savvy Looks

Sports Injuries

•Prevention • Muscel Condition • Concussions

Equestrian Developments & Resorts

Horse Park of New Jersey at Stone Tavern, Inc. NJ Horse Trials 1: June 28 and 29 Dressage at the Park: July 5 and 6

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Russel Stimmel (L) leaning in for a hook against Cody Ellis. Photo by Kaylee Shcerbinski.

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Whoa Factor MUST HAVES 1

Penelope Night Shirt. 100% cotton, machine washable. These cute night shirts come in Navy and Pink. Available at Equine Divine in Aiken SC call 803-642-9772. or visit us at www.equinedivineonline.com

AN UPDATE OF A CLASSIC! Styled in the brand’s own bespoke Foxglove Tweed it features a gorgeous Gold and Chocolate plaid on a Cool Blue based tweed. Cut to ﬂatter with it’s feminine shape, the jacket features a stunning Tan Brown corduroy fabric on the collar and pocket trims and a two tone dog tooth viscose lining on the inside the jacket. An internal pocket, Timothy Foxx embossed buttons, a two way zip, reversible waist band and sleeve cuffs which also be folded back to add a ﬂash of the tan corduroy lining ensure that this jacket is both as beautiful as it is practical! RRP: £350.00 www.timothyfoxx.co.uk 01296 423 399

Jumper Tee Quality graphic shirt from ZIKY. Deep purple t-shirt features a silver ‘sparkly’ oval with stars and a lavender jumper silhouette, jumping through the ring. Made of 100% super-soft cotton in medium weight, it is comfortable and fashionable. Printed in the USA. $ 24.95 zikyboutique.com

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NEW from DESIGNS BY LORIECE Snafﬂe Bit Lariat Necklace Celebrate Spring with the latest in Equestrian Fashion! Two full snafﬂe bits, each measuring 1” x ¼” linked to a 24” curb chain Tarnish resistant, Nickel free Sterling Silver Item #4040 $87.00 Retail www.loriece.com

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Pikeur Radina Dressage Jacket Designed speciﬁcally for the Dressage rider, This beautiful jacket is made from a stretch fabric that enables it to be closely cut for a trim silhouette, whilst still providing freedom of movement. Supplied with a Free Pikeur Jacket Cover from the premium on line shop RRP:£179.00 Sizes: 6 - 16 www.dressagedeluxe.co.uk See page 30

BRIGHT & BEAUTIFUL! This gorgeous Spooks Pepper Hooded Top in ‘Royal Blue’ is new for spring and available through premium online retailer, Dressage Deluxe. Fashioned in lightweight cotton drill, this is the perfect hoodie for spring whether you want to look great around the yard or town. RRP: £60. 00 Available in Royal Blue and Green Sizes: Small, Medium, Large & X-Large. www.dressagedeluxe.co.uk

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Email info@eliteequestrian.us with “Frame Contest” in the subject. Tell us why you love EE! One winner will be chosen randomly from emails received by June 13, 2014. CURBIE Stainless steel unisex bracelets with Italian leather. Shown in maroon and tortora, also available in black or grey leather. Specially priced at just $98.00 for May and June only! See these and her other ﬁne jewelry at www.suzannewerson.com To order call: 917-213-8914 Also available at Couture and More 340 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach FL 33480 561-835-9979

Display your favorite equestrian portrait in Beatriz Ball’s Western Equestrian Snafﬂe Bit Frame. The authentic detailing enhances any 5x7 horizontal photo, and makes a stunning statement when displayed on the mantle, desk ,or shelf. Made of an FDA safe, easy-care 93% aluminum alloy. $122.00 Retail www.beatrizball.com Item 6729: 11 1/2 x 10 1/2 x 1/2

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OFFICIAL PARTNER OF THE UNITED STATES EQUESTRIAN FEDERATION HERMÈS USA TITLE SPONSOR OF THE UNITED STATES SHOW JUMPING TEAM HERMÈS USA is pleased to announce an ofﬁcial partnership with the United States Equestrian Federation Inc., (USEF), an organization formed to foster national and international amateur equestrian sports competition, recognized by the United States Olympic Committee. Selected by the USEF due to the excellent quality and technical performance of its equestrian products for the horse, for the rider and for the stable; HERMÈS will henceforth be the title sponsor of the United States Show Jumping Team.

The HERMÈS U.S. Show Jumping Team ﬁrst appeared at the Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup at the FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival on Friday, February 28th. The team riders representing the U.S. at the FEI Nations Cup were riders Beezie Madden, Brianne Goutal, Laura Kraut and McLain Ward, The Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team will compete also at the 2014 FEI World Cup Finals in Lyon, France and the 2014 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games in Normandy France. U.S. team riders and their horses will be given the opportunity to wear a specially designed Competition Show 18

Jacket and accessories, including a saddle pad and ear net featuring a distinctive joint logo compliant with FEI rules. Robert B. Chavez, President and C.E.O. HERMÈS USA comments: “The horse was our ﬁrst client and equestrian sport remains at the heart of the culture of the house today. Since HERMÈS was founded in 1837 as a saddlery, our ateliers have been dedicated to the making of the ﬁnest hand-crafted equestrian equipment. This new partnership with the USEF represents our continued commitment, ensuring that riders www.EliteEquestrian.us

and horses alike have access to the very best available products to meet the demands of competition at the highest level.” As Chrystine Tauber, President of the United States Equestrian Federation states: “The USEF is delighted to welcome Hermès as a partner and supporter of our U.S. Show Jumping Team. The United States has a long history with Hermès and we are looking forward to adding a new chapter to our partnership.” An invitation-only celebration of the new USEF partnership was hosted in Wellington, Florida

on February 27th, the eve of the Furusiyya FEI Nation’s Cup during the 2014 FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival (FTI WEF). During the evening, Ménéhould de Bazelaire, Director of Cultural Heritage and Curator of the Emile Hermès Museum in Paris delivered revealing insights into HERMÈS’s past, presenting several precious artifacts from the House’s 177 year history including the famed HERMÈS Steinkraus saddle designed with legenary American Show Jumping Champion Bill Steinkraus in the early 1960s.

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SHOW SAVVY STYLE:

ummer Just Got A Whole Lot ooler!

There is little doubt that traditional style reigns supreme in the English Hunter and Equitation rings. From black boots and tan breeches, to white show shirts and dark hunt coats, it seems as though tradition trumps common sense functionality. Yet, more and more riders are seeking ways to bring functional performance driven apparel into their riding wardrobe. Sitting at the show, sweating in your show apparel does not have to be your only option anymore! Noble Outfitters’ new Spring Apparel collection delivers unparalleled performance features, flattering fits, and snappy designs with traditional show styles Noble Outfitters™ worked closely with riders across the country (like you) to develop two uniquely functional riding tops. In show clothing, riders were demanding comfortable, functional show apparel with a professional look and performance details. The design team immediately set out to find the perfect fabric and cut. The Amy Short Sleeve Quarter Zip and the Riley Polo are both made with a light silk-weight performance jersey material for hours of incredible comfort and a full range of motion. The dropped back hem keeps these tops from creeping up your back while in the saddle. The Opti-Dry Technology wicks moisture to the fabric’s surface, where it quickly evaporates for a comfortable experience. The Riley and the Amy are designed for extreme comfort while riding out in the summer!

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A professional look both on and off your horse is also important while at the show. An easy answer when classic style and performance details come together in the Riley Polo. A button front placket with logo detailing and tag-free interior is timeless but performance based. With subtle reflective logo detailing on the left front hem and back of the neck, this polo shirt is ideal for work or play. Look smart with this classic style and feel comfortable. Sport based features like flat seams to reduce irritation; a dropped back hem for added coverage when working or riding, and ventilation holes in the collar makes this polo one of a kind. The Amy Short Sleeve Quarter Zip will take you from lessons to the show ring and every place in-between in comfort and style! This classically versatile top features a half-length sleeve for added coverage and a reverse coil YKK® zipper at the front for a simple elegant look. Princess seam side panels provide riders with a wonderfully feminine fit. The white version of the Amy Short Sleeve Quarter Zip also features a stock loop on the back of the neck for the ultimate summer show shirt! And, what show ring attire would be complete without the quintessential black show glove? This year you can toss those old sweaty gloves out the trailer window because summer just got a whole lot cooler! The popular Perfect Fit™ Gloves are now available in a lightweight and breathable stretch Cool Mesh with the same superior fit. Now you can have a Perfect Fit for every season!

Made with a thin SureGrip™ synthetic suede palm for grip and comfort, the Perfect Fit Cool Mesh Glove conforms to the hand and is touchscreen friendly. These gloves are ideal for staying cool during summer shows. In a show world full of dark tones and crisp whites, stamping your style on your show attire is almost impossible… except when it comes to your socks! Hidden neatly inside your tall boots while in the ring, socks become bright pops of vivid colors and prints once your boots come off! The Noble Outfitters™ Over The Calf Peddies™ that you love, are now available in four hot new colors for spring! It’s easy to style your ride with Blackberry Snakeskin, Aqua Sky Tiger, Blue Ribbon Floral, Orchid Bloom Leopard or one of the other seventeen fabulous colors. While you may love the beautiful colors, it will be your feet that will thank you at the end of the show! Every inch of Noble Outfitters’ Over the Calf Peddies™ Socks are built with superior comfort in mind. The foot bed is made with extra cushion perfect for a long day at a show or around the barn. The unique Ankle Shield padded protection wraps around the entire ankle area and makes blisters, and even the dreaded boot break-in period, things of the past. The ultra-thin calf is made to fit perfectly over breeches and under jods. Noble Outfitters’ Opti-Dry technology wicks away moisture keeping your feet dry and comfortable. Your show apparel and accessories are an investment that should be protected to keep it looking pristine from one show to the next. All of the Noble Outfitters’ Signature Series Bags (above left) feature high-end equestrian touches you will appreciate including Havana brown full grain leather handles, brass hardware, and a customizable brass name plate. The tall boot bag is perfect for

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protecting your expensive custom boots and the duffel is ideal for packing your essentials for a weekend away from home but it is the garment bag that will keep all your apparel neat and wrinkle free. Made of durable 420-denier water repellent fabric, YKK® zippers and Prym® snaps and rivets, the Noble Outﬁtters Signature™ Garment Bag is the stylish and secure way to transport your clothing. A hard honeycomb top frame protects clothes and a heavy-duty metal hanger system keeps multiple hangers in place during transit. The easy tab closure allows you to fold and secure the bag for easy transport and the adjustable strap with a no-slip traction pad makes carrying your bag easy and comfortable. Use the detachable top hook to hang bag anywhere from your home clothing rack, to the tack room or inside the trailer. The full zip front opening provides easy access and a zip closure exterior pocket holds smaller items like gloves, belts, socks, hairnets and pins.

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has a great design model. The owner of the company, Paolo Marchetto, originally owned a textile house servicing some of the top fashion brands in Italy. He was also an avid equestrian and 30 years ago realized there was tremendous opportunity to enhance the functionality of equestrian apparel and horse supplies through the use of technical and innovative fabrics. So he turned his focus to designing high-end saddle pads; in subsequent years the brand has grown to be extremely deep in rider apparel, horse supplies and stable supplies. It is Mr. Marchetto’s knowledge of general fashion and equestrian that has allowed the company to thrive. He has really married these two industries successfully. The majority of the designers that work for the company are straight from the general fashion industry, thus they know the art of true fashion design and trend inclusion.

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Fabulous, comfortable cotton blends and technical fabrics for everyday riding or general fashion appeal at or away from the barn. Beautiful woven fabrics that provide extreme stretch and comfort as well as an elegant silhouette. Cotton woven blazers that can be worn in the ring or out on-the-town. Geometrics and color blocking that align with trend in general fashion.

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The Poof:

Your Ultimate Show Ring Faux Pas? �� When Mid-Atlantic Equitation Festival show organizer Ellen Shevella made this Facebook post after Lillie Keenan’s $10,000 Show Jumping Hall of Fame class win at the Salamander Resort & Spa/WCHR CSI3* in Wellington, FL, it generated a big response from riders, parents, trainers and judges: “Thank you, Lillie Keenan, for wearing appropriate, high-waisted breeches with a shadbelly so we don’t see your belt and, even better, we don’t see two inches of white shirt pooﬁng out above your belt. Please kids, follow her example. This has been a public service announcement.”

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In less than 24 hours, Shevella, a USEF “‘R” hunter and equitation judge since the 1980’s, and her praise of Keenan’s classic winning style generated more than 250 Likes, Shares and Comments. A little ‘poof,’ it seems, can be a big distraction and a potentially score-deciding faux pas. In that tacit agreement among English riders to demonstrate horsemanship within a neutral dark coat/light breeches format, the poof is the ‘photo bomb’ to that ideal picture. “Those two inches of shirt look like an unmade bed,” says Shevella, who estimates that the majority of her Facebook followers are hunter/jumper people competing at shows where shadbellies are worn. Never have the lines between riding and city pants been more �� blurred. When skinny jeans were trending, equestrians looked at their close-fitting schooling pants and said been there, done that. Then waistlines dropped and bam! Breeches went from riding to Generic 3.6x4.9 1301.indd 4 1/16/13 runway. Have designers forgotten that riding pants were meant for riding? At the cost of style over subtlety, have breeches been over-corrected? Are more innovative and attractive higher-waist designs needed to smooth out the wrinkles in show ring poofery? “No one is telling these kids that’s a bad look. Jill would have sent us home from the hunting field if we dressed like that,” posted Pam Dent, referencing Jill Summers, longtime Master of the Farmington Hunt outside of Charlottesville (NC). “She was a stickler for proper attire and I remember her sending people to the back of the field if they and their horses were not neatly turned out. She loved the sport’s traditions and was a mainstay of the club. Some bemoan a lack of interest by riders in achieving a polished look. Others say it’s not that simple. Carrie Dahmer, of Brass Lantern Farm in Kentucky, drew agreement after posting, “Tack shops don’t carry regular rise, tailored breeches anymore. Only low rise.” Nor does low vs high rise mark a generational preference. Junior rider Sarah Balenger calls the look her pet peeve: “I started to notice more ‘poofs’ in the past year or two as low-rise breeches became more popular. The ‘poof’ creates a sloppy appearance. High- to mid-rise breeches are good for many reasons: They keep a shirt tucked in better. You don’t see your shirt above your belt with any jacket (a shadbelly especially).

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His & Hers:

with L.A. Pomeroy and HIS guest, Aidan Keogh Founder of Tredstep ��

In 1993, Irish entrepreneur and Three-Day Event rider Aidan Keogh saw the need for a better half chap, and set out to style his own. A former design student who had studied Fine Arts, Aidan believed that he could improve comfort and performance in riding wear. His approach redefined the market and made half-chaps mainstream; along the way, he launched Tredstep Ireland, whose respect for tradition has translated into an elegant yet rugged line of clothing, boots, chaps and accessories, including a new Symphony Collection of high performance clothing. HERS: How is it that you’ve identified what riders – especially women – want in comfort and durability? You must have been raised by quite a horsewoman. HIS: You’ve met my mom then? Yes, actually, I came into the horse world by default. She wanted a horse, so she started a livery and the family (myself included) had no choice in the matter. We got used to being fed after the horses... and the mucking out. My father’s life was horse racing – on the administrative side of the track. So we learned early to ‘cut your own furrow and pay your way.’ HERS: How did working at the livery turn into studying fine arts? HIS: Well, the jigs-and-reels of it was that I didn’t want to run a livery. But I also learned I wasn’t made for studying fine art. What I did like was creating things. I went to university in the first place because it was just part of my character to be a problem solver, which ultimately led to designing the original half-chap. HERS: So you left the program and...? HIS: And got an opportunity to spend six months working with Rodney Jenkins and Ann Hardaway. HERS: Those are some impressive jumping credentials. HIS: Thanks. It also, to quote Thomas Edison, showed me where there was a need and to try and fill it. HERS: Hence, your half-chap? HIS: The design was based on a simple principle. It had to fit well and stay in position because gravity has the same effect on everything. The reason for adding a stretch panel was to help riders put and keep them on. With every Tredstep product, then and now, there has to be a good reason for being there. HERS: You rode on the Irish Nations Cup team at Aachen, so you really ‘walk the talk’ when it comes to product testing. Isn’t your horse – and catalog model -- called Master Tredstep? HIS: We call him Wilson for short. He’s a Kingsmaster son and never complains about ‘product testing.’ Wonderful conscience. Heart of gold. Clever with his feet. But high strung. Working with him is rather like walking on eggshells. When he’s relaxed he can be a world leader, but (laughs) those days are hard to come by! It’s been a great journey working up the grades with him, and riding for the Irish team was pure pleasure.

HERS: So you head an international riding wear company and compete for Ireland at the FEI level. Confess: when do you eat and sleep or is it all pure fumes? HIS: I think we all need eight hours of sleep a night. And never get it. I’m very lucky to have a great staff. I try to be on my first horse by 7:00-7:30 a.m., and fit in some tea and toast, if I’m lucky. Lunch is usually my first decent meal of the day and that’s a sandwich. With more tea. HER: Outside of riding, do you keep a fitness routine? HIS: I joined a gym but am afraid I have a very poor report card for attendance. Pilates makes me feel younger and increases my core flexibility. Men can get weak in their middle, maybe it’s all that time at a desk and riding requires midsection strength, so Pilates is great. HERS: Speaking of... does Tredstep plan to broaden its men’s line? HIS: I’m a guilty as the next guy, I don’t produce as much for a men’s market. But we have been trying to bring something special to our price point using nanotechnology fabric in our breeches. We were the first to do so. HERS: You’re referring to the Schoeller NanoSphere ® fabric in the Tredstep Symphony breeches? HIS: I am. It’s a non-stick, self-cleaning, stain resistant treated fabric that keeps breeches spotless despite spills from coffee, ketchup, honey... even red wine. HERS: That covers at least four of my basic food groups. Plus sticky horse treat mints. Like you said, every Tredstep product has to have a purpose. HIS: In riding clothes, like riding courses, you have to be smart and know when to swap leads and change your approach.

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Opened August 29, 2013, Salamander Resort & Spa is set in the rolling foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, just 35 minutes from Dulles International Airport and approximately one hour from Washington D.C. Designed to respect the architectural traditions of Virginia’s countryside, it features 168 spacious rooms and suites that blend into their natural environment. The property features an exquisite 23,000-squarefoot spa with one-of-a-kind features like outdoor treatment terraces and a spa courtyard, a Virginia Piedmont-inspired restaurant and banquet dining, a dedicated Cooking Studio, Wine Bar and a chef-inspired Culinary Garden. Salamander has also designed one of the ﬁnest equestrian programs in the country. The objective of its equestrian program is to develop complete equestrians according to each rider’s individual goals and capabilities, while fostering a close relationship between horse and rider in a fun, nurturing environment. Traditional programming includes riding lessons in classical horsemanship emphasizing partnership with the horse, as well as ﬁne tuning the ability for horses and riders to communicate through body language. Trail rides for all skill levels in both English and Western 40

style are also offered. The Human-Horse Synergy Ride provides a unique opportunity for a horse owner to develop a deeper connection with their own horse(s) through improved synergy and body communication. Non-traditional programming is exempliﬁed by Equestrian Director Sheryl Jordan’s Equi-Spective program. Equi-Spective unites horse and human with the ultimate goal of developing extensive leadership expertise, regardless of one’s experience. Using an innovative hands-on approach, participants connect with horses while exploring relationship awareness, communication style and leadership techniques. By studying a horse’s ability to relate with humans and others within its herd, participants quickly draw the correlations between these alliances, providing the tools needed to further develop the artistry of leadership. Equestrian Yoga programming consisting of Yoga in the Stable and Yoga on Horseback are two other one-of-a-kind experiences offered to guests. All senses are elevated while participants take away the peaceful experience of yoga along with the center’s beautiful natured surroundings for an unparalleled energy.

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From Team USPA to You, Your Next Great Equestrian Sport

You have heard it before: the “sport of kings” riding the equivalent of “elite equine race cars”. That is how polo has been described. However, there is something you should know, something that could make a difference in your life. Polo is waiting for you. Polo could be your next great equestrian sport. Welcome to the ﬁrst of a series of six articles the United States Polo Association will present to you, the readers of Elite Equestrian Magazine. You will learn more about this oldest team sport in the world and how you can enjoy it today. Whether you decide to become a player, spectator or sponsor, polo is the perfect combination of great horsemanship, team effort and social fun. We look forward to your joining us as a reader and a rider at your local polo club. Here is a look behind the scenes of one of our most successful programs, Team USPA. It was organized by Amanda Snow and Kris Bowman, and the article is written by Joanne M. Anderson, an acclaimed equestrian writer. Team USPA’s overall mission is to contribute to growing the sport of polo in your hometown. The concept is easy. First, young, talented, American polo players are selected from all over the United States, then they are offered opportunities to become their best at the sport. They are mentored by top professionals, certiﬁed as umpires, coached in competitive games and taught the fundamentals and advanced strategies of polo. Eventually these young, accomplished individuals return to their hometowns, ready to cultivate the sport at local polo clubs, where others can take lessons, learn the sport and enjoy the undeniable fun for which polo is famous all over the world.

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Across the centuries, polo has been played by youth and men and women from all walks of life on all types of horses. It’s a game of skill, speed, strategy, teamwork and horsemanship. Observing those traits, along with enthusiasm and commitment, in young people engaged in playing polo, the U.S. Polo Association launched Team USPA to give a leg up to developing players who might not otherwise be able to stay in the game. “I could never have made the contacts, found the network or experienced the exhilaration of polo or rubbing elbows or mallets with the ﬁnest polo trainers and players in the country,” states Kylie Sheehan, 22, former captain of the University of Virginia Polo Club. She grew up in a city with a non-horse family, and Team USPA has advanced her dream to reality.

Team USPA was established in 2010 and now has 55 members between 18 and 25 years old. Each one is selected through a comprehensive application process. Personal traits and playing skills are also evaluated, along with potential and their love of the sport. Once accepted, members have great opportunities to be mentored by professional trainers and players, learn training techniques, horse care and transport, and advance their game proficiency. Intensive year round training clinics are offered all over the country and include equine handling and medical knowledge, contract details, refined playing expertise, game strategy and horsemanship. Each member is required to pass the umpire certification test to assure in depth knowledge of the rules and regulations that govern the sport of polo. Team USPA members often mentor and offer umpire services in the junior polo realm, as well as serve on committees and as ambassadors for the sport wherever they go. Team USPA initiated a training program in Argentina in 2012 which provides exposure to high goal polo and opportunities to train and ride many different horses. Will Tankard, 29, a charter Team USPA member spent 10 weeks in Argentina and returned with increased skills and confidence. “They put on a lot of pressure, but do it in such a way that you really get into seeing and reading things during a game you may not have noticed before. My learning increased exponentially every day,” he explains. “Team USPA has certainly put me in places I never could have gone on my own.” He credits his affiliation with getting a job, meeting a variety of polo people, greater ease and skills in the sport and more. When asked if he did anything but play polo there, Tankard quipped: “Why would I want to [do anything else]?”

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The people are only half the equation for Team USPA because one cannot wield the mallet without a pony underneath. “We are ever grateful for those who donate horses to our program,” says Kris Bowman, executive director of the U.S. Polo Association. “Each pony is invaluable to achieving our mission and provides different kinds of lessons than what our professionals can teach.” Some horses arrive young and green, others are experienced and love the game as much as their riders. Most fall in the middle, however, and give Team USPA members not only the chance to practice and play regularly, but also to develop a keen awareness of how different polo ponies perform during the excitement of a match. Identifying and capitalizing on a horse’s strengths can determine the outcome of the ﬁnal score.

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Ulloa and Caset swapped penalty shots to open the fourth period. Ulloa tied it up at 4-4 with a 30-yard penalty conversion. Caset answered back by scoring on a 40-yard penalty shot, 5-4, but the rest of the chukker belonged to Alegria. Ulloa scored on three consecutive, 30-yard penalty shots as Alegria moved in front of Valiente by two goals, 7-5. Caset cut the Alegria lead to a single goal, 7-6, with a 60-yard penalty conversion at 6 minutes, 19 seconds of the fifth. Three minutes later, Alegria team captain Julian Mannix took back the two-goal lead with his second goal of the day, 8-6. Caset cut the lead back to a single goal on a penalty shot with just 44 seconds on the clock. After five periods of play, Alegria was on top, 8-7. Torres scored in the opening 30 seconds of the sixth for an 8-8 tie. With just under five minutes left in regulation play, Caset hit the ball downfield to himself and carried it in for a 9-8 lead. Mannix raced down the field with the ball, but left it on the doorstep where Aguerre converted it to even the score at 9-9. An Alegria foul resulted in a penalty that allowed Caset to convert from 60 yards out for a 10-9 Valiente lead.

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After having been the archetypal horse obsessed adolescent girl, Lonni returned to the subject of horses when she began to paint in oils. Not coincidentally, she lived just minutes from Santa Anita Park, one of the world’s premier racetracks and great equine spectacles. The pageantry of sleek horses and raucously colored racing silks filled her canvases. After moving to rural Utah she began painting the pastoral scenes around her and as well as commissioned portraits for clients around the US. Lonni painted a number of portraits, still lifes, and equine paintings for Polo/Ralph Lauren corporate offices and flagship stores, and for Polo print ads. Lonni Clarke is presently represented by the Chisholm Gallery in Wellington, Florida and the Fibonacci Gallery in Saint George, Utah. Her commissioned portraits grace many private collections.

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FEI World Cup Final

Lyon, France, April 17-21, 2014 Photos By Henry Moreigne

Tina Konyot (USA) riding Calecto V, Reem Acra FEI World Cup Final I Grand Prix. She ﬁnished twelfth.

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Daniel Deusser (Germany)/ Cornet d’amour winner of the World Cup. Ludger Beerbaum said about him: “I got goose bumps to see him win. Daniel deserved a great victory. I really admire how he resisted all the pressure he had on his shoulders! “.

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The story of Braco Stables, Jamaica By equine photographer Manuela Stefan

�� Last year’s visit to Jamaica was a pleasant surprise on a few levels. I had been to the island before but did not have time to look for horses and their people. So, I decided to do some research and better prepare. One of the gems I discovered in the process was a family owned operation called Braco Stables, located on the Northern Coast, in the Parish of Trelawny, an hour away from Montego Bay.

Short history of Braco

Braco Estates used to be part of a successful sugar plantation back in the 18th century. The property was purchased by the Parnell family in 1932 and is in its third generation of ownership. The beautiful old hilltop mansion overlooking the land, the ‘Great House’, built back in the mid 1700’s, has been restored and is currently the home of Christopher Parnell, grandson of the original owner. The restoration project took many years with great attention paid to details so that the original appearance of the house would be maintained in spite of the many modern features added. I had the pleasure to be shown around and photograph this beautiful home and, aside from feeling like traveling back in time, I loved the colours, textures, the bright, inviting interiors with large windows through which a soft breeze made its presence felt. The Parnell family switched to cattle breeding and, at one time, over 1,000 heads were raised on the property. The business slowed down eventually and, instead, a horseback riding operation was created. 68

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The Braco experience: all about connection

Today, Braco Stables Jamaica is a successful tourist attraction offering exciting adventures: hiking, biking, river rafting and boarding. And of course, horse back riding through the lush country or along the beach, ending with the ultimate ‘swimming with horses’ experience. Under amazing care and management, the four legged here are healthy looking and they joyously oblige the tourists while taking them on trails and into the ocean. The latter seems to be the highlight at Braco. Not all of the Braco horses are swimmers. Those willing to do it go through special training and the result is a smooth, lovely and hard to forget kind of ride. I had the privilege to enjoy this ultimate way of being with a horse: with no divide between the two bodies, you feel each and every single one of their back muscles moving while they swim so they can keep you (and them) safe. Everything disappears during those moments, you hear the animal’s breath and the awareness of the effort they make brings in a deep feeling of gratitude. I will never forget this gentle, beautiful grey mare called One Love who initiated me in a truly unforgettable experience. She offered me a gift: the best swim of my life!

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�� Here, guests feel removed from the world, enjoying a quiet setting with fantastic ocean views. Beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (less than 10 minutes away) are included with the stay. Silver Sands boasts restaurants, a bar, water sports rentals and arguably the ﬁnest stretch of white sands on Jamaica’s North Coast. For those interested in riding during their visit at Villa Kelso, Braco Stables are located within a 3 mile distance. Visit their website: www.bracostables.com.

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Keeping horses from injury is a major goal of owners.

�� Sports injuries can range from minor aches to career ending catastrophes. They get blamed on the ground, the weather, and just about every other variable that we can think of. Fatigue is the #1 cause of sports injuries in any species. All of these other things have a role in the process but if your horse’s nervous system is in top condition it will be able to react correctly and protect the body from harm. Proprioception describes your horse’s ability to know where it is in the environment and how to react appropriately. According to Roger Sperry, 1981 Nobel Laureate, “90% of the energy output of the brain is used in relating the physical body to its gravitational ﬁeld.” Nerves transmit data from the brain and spinal column to the rest of the body and then back from these remote areas to the central nervous system. This system of data transfer is very complex. And just like with your computer system a problem in any area can lead to very frustrating results.

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stand leads to earlier fatigue. Earlier fatigue leads to Sports Injuries. Many of us have experienced temporary proprioception problems when we try to walk with a limb that has fallen asleep. It is very difﬁcult to place that leg in a normal position when the whole leg is tingling but as the leg wakes up and just the foot is still asleep it becomes easier. We are able to walk even though we can’t feel where the foot is. A horse that has a tendency to stumble on smooth ground may be having

The meninges that surround your horse’s brain, spinal cord and some nerves also connects to the spinal column and can be distorted by a subluxation. Changes in how it lays along its route can affect the stability and health of the entire spinal column, with or without a rider. Vertebral bones become misaligned when the muscles along the spinal column become damaged, weak or in spasm. Even slightly they affect the nerves and the ﬂow of nervous energy. Chemical changes surrounding the nerve can change

90% of the energy output of the brain is used in relating the p The input to your horse’s feet tells your horse which muscles to contract and which ones to relax in order to stand efﬁciently. When a horse is standing properly it is utilizing very few muscles and very little energy. This allows the animal to be ready to move in any direction at a moment’s notice. In the wild this is important because it allows the horse to keep away from predators. A horse that is receiving improper data into or out of its nervous system will stand with its legs in positions requiring active muscle contraction to maintain. This abnormal posture requires the horse to move in order to move. This slight hesitation may be the difference between getting away from the lion and ending up as lunch. I know very few of us have lions in our pastures but this abnormal posture also requires more energy. Using more energy to

proprioception problems in its feet. While the decrease in nerve message may be anywhere, a common site for a problem is where the nerve exits the spinal canal between two vertebrae. If these nerves receive pressure due to a chiropractic subluxation then there will be an alteration in the transmission. Scientist Chung Ha Sue at Colorado State University has discovered that the weight of a feather can decrease nerve transmission by up to 50%. This decrease in transmission will cause faulty input and output from the brain and spinal column to the rest of the body. If your horse doesn’t really know where his legs are, how can he safely transport you on your ride?

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how it transmits information along its course. Every muscle your horse uses to move is coordinated by a transmission via a nerve. The extensor tendons allow for locking of the joints as the extensor muscles tighten, allowing them to absorb energy and help the body conserve it for the next stride. Altering these transmissions effect the movement of the muscle. The altered transmission may cause the muscle to spasm or it may cause the muscle to atrophy. Either reaction will cause the affected limb to have a shortened stride, not locking the joint upon landing. It is impossible for a horse to have just one leg that has a shortened stride. If the movement of the back end is shortened, the movement of the front end must compensate and shorten as well. This short stride leads to soreness and eventually degenerative joint disease. This happens every time that a horse has a short stride because the last part of a horse’s stride is the part when the body locks the joints and protects them from the jarring forces of landing. The shortened stride requires the body to use more energy to move, more energy spent leads to earlier fatigue. Earlier fatigue leads to Sports related Injuries.

Many riders and handlers mistakenly feel the addition of an anti-inflammatory prior to an event will protect their animals from getting sore during a lengthy competition weekend or event. Cox 2 inhibitors are contraindicated in the competition animal. Accurate proprioception is important in the avoidance of sports injuries and these medications will dull reaction times. Golgi tendon organs work via a local reflex that prevents muscle damage based on joint receptor stretch. As pain receptors that surround the joint are excited and/or stretched the GTOs respond by relaxing the muscle to inhibit tears and damage. Prostaglandins sensitize spinal nerves to pain while Cox 2 inhibitors decrease prostaglandin action through desensitizing the spinal nerves to pain (systemically). The animal feels better but does not respond to the stretch of pain receptors that excite GTOs. This results in an animal that does not have a protective internal response to extension of joints which can result in over extension of joints resulting in major damage to limbs. A better alternative is ice. Ice is the thermal agent of choice with acute injuries to decrease the local inflammation in the early stages of an injury. It causes a vasoconstriction and decreased blood flow to the area, limiting further injury. here is a localized decreased sensory and motor nerve conduction velocity and an analgesia which decreases the reflex muscle spasm. Ice helps prevent and/or reduce trauma

he physical body to its gravitational ﬁeld. induced edema. It is an excellent choice both before and after exercise to help your horse deal with the micro traumas that are bound to occur.

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Appropriate diet is very important in the prevention of injuries. Low processed or raw food sources are as important for our animals as they are for us. Studies have shown that over 80% of animals on a highly processed food are low in calcium. Calcium is important not only in the formation of strong bones, but is mandatory for proper nerve function and muscle contraction. Vitamin D levels are involved with proper calcium absorption and common practices often decrease the exposure our horses have to sunlight. Stabling during the day and blanketing may keep our horses warm and clean but they also reduce the animal’s exposure to sunlight. The presence of metabolic issues may also lead to injuries. Recent studies in cases of subclinical hypothyroidism (blood results in the low normal range) shows that treatment leads to improvement of neurobehavioral

Metabolic issues may also lead to injuries. problems. Removal of these hypometabolic states results in a decrease in muscular irritability and a general improvement in stamina. Several researchers have found that basal temperature may be a better indicator of basal metabolic rate and indirectly thyroid function than standard blood tests. Prevention of sports injuries must entail more than just warming up and up to date vaccinations. Proper movement requires great diet and a central nervous system that is functioning at 110%. It has been estimated that 90% of all world class human athletes use chiropractic on a regular basis to prevent injuries and improve their performance. Don’t you think your equine athletes deserve the same?

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Originally designed as a device to improve the visual-motor skills of athletes, the D2™ has been adapted to provide these same training beneﬁts to persons whose visual and motor functions have been compromised by injury or disease. “Concussions are serious business no matter what the sport,” said Dynavision International CEO Phil Jones, “We have talked to facilities such as Bryn Mawr in Philadelphia who work with riders who have suffered concussions. Athletes who use the D2™ have found that they are able to return-to-play a lot quicker than those that do not.” The unit can be used to train search strategies and improve ocular-motor skills such as localization, ﬁxation, gaze shift, and tracking. While using the D2™ patients can improve peripheral visual awareness, visual attention and anticipation, and improve eye-hand coordination and visual-motor reaction time. “We usually only hear about concussions when they affect a major athlete in football,” Jones said, “But the reality of the situation is that there are far too many riders who are concussed and many of them are not going through

Concussions have always been a problem in sports, but now more than ever, they are becoming headline news—and that extends to the equestrian world.

A device called the Dynavision D2™ can be an important, objective assessment tool in determining whether a rider is ready to return to action. The Dynavision is used by professional sports teams as a vision training device, but is widely used by hospitals and medical facilities around the world as a concussion/return-to-play device where a medical professional can administer several standardized concussion tests including a retesting of the baseline tests. The test scores objectively reﬂect changes in visual-gross motor coordination, reaction time and cognitive processing skills. concussed and many of them are not going through the proper protocol to return to ride. Whether you are using the Dynavision for athletic performance, concussion rehab, stroke or otherwise, the results are astounding.” For persons with motor impairment, the D2™ can be used to increase upper extremity active range of motion and coordination, muscular and physical endurance and improve motor planning. It has been successfully used to improve function in children and adults with limitations from stroke, head injury, amputation, spinal cord injury and orthopedic injury. The D2™ is widely used for rehabilitation of concussion and traumatic brain injuries. Therapists and athletic trainers can customize D2™ programs to ﬁt each patient’s needs. Safe return to play following a concussive event is the goal of medical professionals and their patients. By using the D2™ for testing and rehabilitation, user performance data is tracked and graphed to objectively track recovery progress, supporting a better informed return to play decision. According to Lola B. Chambless, MD, Department of Neurosurgery at Vanderbilt University, between 2 and 3.8 million cases of TBI reported annually in the US. From that number, 500,000 – 760,000 are sports-related. Horseback riding causes 11.7% of all TBIs among recreational sports—which is the highest percentage of any recreational sport. Chambless notes that in 2009, there were over

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14,000 ER visits for brain injuries among riders. Those numbers are backed by the Brain Injury Alliance of Kentucky who add that brain injuries comprise of about 18 percent of all horseback riding injuries. They are the number one reason for horserelated hospital admissions and the leading cause of death. The alliance also notes that the proportion of brain injuries in sports-related emergency visits was highest for horseback riding and that three of every ﬁve equestrian accident deaths are due to brain injuries. “The numbers are alarming,” Jones added, “But more and more I’m hearing about patients going into hospitals or medical facilities that have a Dynavision and they are using the technology because of an injury they sustained while falling off of a horse. Unfortunately, the numbers are rising and not decreasing so what we are trying to do is alert riders and medical technicians that using the Dynavision will give you a good sense of whether or not the athlete is ready to return and if they are still feeling ill effects from the concussive event.” For more information, call 850-412-0300 www.180communicationsinc.com � �

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OH, MY ACHING BODY! Are you ready for show season?

The holidays are well over, the associated pounds have been added and suddenly its time to begin competing. Was your New Years resolution an active membership in the local gym? How about your horse? Is he/she a victim of stall couch potato syndrome? Chances are if you have been inactive during the off-season, so has your horse. A good check to assess the ﬁtness is a simple test. If you have dismounted and remarked about your achy sore legs or back, your horse is probably experiencing similar sensations.

ORE MUSCLES Factually, the horse athlete has proportionately greater muscle mass as compared with other athletes of various species. In most horses, muscle tissue makes up about 45% of the body weight and with thoroughbreds, up to 55%. Hence, sore muscles have a huge impact on performance as well as the overall general health of the horse. Generally speaking, work strengthens muscles but overwork produces strains and pain not unlike your ﬁrst day at the gym after an extended break. The large muscles in the back and hindquarters make up the horse’s drive train. When they are affected, perfor-

mance tanks and behavior and concentration can become a concern. When a horse is asked to “collect” and maintain a frame, the back, hindquarter, shoulder and gaskin muscles can quickly develop soreness especially in the heavier muscled horses. Horses can experience similar strains when placed in draw reins or a lunging rig for extended periods of time. Western performance horses such as reining and cutting horses are included in the mix along with dressage, hunter/jumpers, and endurance horses. It’s not necessarily breed as much as it is the athletic activities they are involved in. In many instances, a slight muscle strain can go unnoticed. Generally speaking, the far-

ther reaching the pain develops, the more it becomes noticeable. Knowing your horse can help to intervene before major problems result. Signs of a muscle injury include but not limited to: • Slight lameness • Stiff movements • Resisting bending, ﬂexing • Stiffness in the back or neck • Hesitation/tenseness when area is touched or palpated • Heat or edema (swelling) in the area • Mechanical lameness

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• Pain which can be shown stoically or by obvious pulling away and/or facial expression (ears back, biting, etc.) In instances where the strain is minimal, simple rest can be utilized to see if it resolves. Many horses need some additional help such as a massage or a good rubdown to assist in the rest treatment. Should it reappear or not resolve, a veterinarian should be consulted to determine the cause and subsequent treatment. Treatments could include an anti-inﬂammatory medication, ice therapy, cold laser, acupuncture, therapeutic ultrasound, electromagnet therapy, and even spinal manipulation. It may be more than a just a sore muscle. If it involves a tendon or ligament, re-entry into training without being diagnosed and properly treated could be disastrous to the horse. The show season could be stopped before it gets started. TYING UP Another type of muscle soreness is exertional rhabdomyolysis or tying up. Various groups of horses seem to be susceptible to the genetic disorder. For example, the Thoroughbred can have a genetic disorder in which the intramuscular regulation of calcium is abnormal thus resulting in tying up. Some risk factors can include anxiety, preexisting lameness problems, irregular training sessions and high starch diets.

Was your horse a stall-potato this winter? Quarter horses are also susceptible to tying up but through another genetic disorder (PSSM), which affects the glycogen metabolism. Mostly seen in halter horses, it can generally be managed through low starch/ high fat diets and routine work patterns. The ﬁnal form of tying up is a variation of the PSSM and found in Warmbloods. It is characterized by unwillingness to work in a collected frame and like the Thoroughbreds and Quarter Horses can be managed similarly with diet and standardized work routines.

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SUMMARY Know your horse’s abilities, have well ﬁtting tack, and start easy with the workouts. Give the horse a chance to warm up before asking for collection. Allow the horse to ride long and low or walk up and down hillsides to allow for muscle stretching and strengthening. Vary the workout with few, if any, repeated maneuvers. Gradually lengthen the workout times and difﬁculties. Give plenty of turnout time in between. Don’t rush spring training. You and your horse will regret it while being sidelined in the stands instead of collecting the blue ribbons.

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Revolutionizes S addle Fitting

Technology has come a long way over the past five years. We’ve seen a lot of it used in some of the major sports like football, basketball and baseball. It’s also being widely used in riding—specifically saddle fitting. The Spark Motion app was designed to allow athletes, trainers, doctors and more the ability to capture video using an iPad, then analyze the video using a variety of tools built inside of the app. Katie Shapiro is a Master Saddlers Association trained saddle fitter and sales representative in Maryland for County Saddlery, Inc. She recently started using the tool for saddle fitting and says it’s been a huge asset to her business. ogy. We’ve had golfers use it to perfect their swing. Kickers use it to make sure their kicking motion on a 32-yard field goal is the same as it is on a 52-yard field goal. Anything you can imagine dealing with motion analysis, you can do it.” kicking motion on a 32-yard field goal is the same as it is on a 52-yard field goal. Anything you can imagine dealing with motion analysis, you can do it.”

“The saddle fitting process consists of two phases and I use it in both phases,” Shapiro said, “I use Spark Motion to record the horse’s confirmation during the first phase of the fitting. In the second phase I use Spark Motion to record the horse during the gait analysis and when I have the rider up in the saddle riding it during the fitting. After the fitting I can review the video and mark it up and make notes. I use it for documentation and analysis of the client’s saddle fitting.”

As a documentation and analysis tool Spark Motion has been a tremendous value to the riding community. At $5.99 per month, the affordable price point allows the app to act as an investment instead of a cost. Shapiro hasn’t abandoned the “old” way of note taking—she still does her standard wither and back tracings and notes. But using the Spark Motion app has allowed her to expand her reach and expand on the notes she is taking.

Spark Motion was built out of necessity by performance and healthcare professionals in the ﬁeld who knew there was a better way to work with athletes and patients using the latest tablet technology. The Motion Pro App comes with its own cloud and is the only mobile motion analysis system speciﬁcally designed to be powerful enough for industry leading professionals and organizations, yet accessible to all performance coaches, trainers and medical practitioners.

“I do my notes and mark ups on the videos and in the client folders,” Shapiro said, “It also enhances my “eye” for nuances or irregularities for things that I am looking for. My client’s first fitting now has a well- documented baseline that I can build on with each sequential fitting. I can confer in detail with the owner and trainer during and after the fitting on certain aspects instead of just relying on memory.”

Dave Gottfeld, President and Founder of Spark Motion said that the riding community is the perfect landing place for the Spark Motion app. “I have always said, and this is especially prominent in the riding community that the power of the product is in the hands of the person that holds it,” Gottfeld said. “Whether it’s equestrian, riding or ﬁtting, there’s an inﬁnite number of possibilities you can do with the Spark Motion technol-

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Before Spark Motion Shapiro says she took notes and pictures, but mostly notes. While observing during the gait analysis and the rider up, she would make mental notes and comments to the rider/owner and trainer. Then decisions were made. A lot of the analysis was done on the spot and could not be done after the fact or if after the fact decisions were made base on memory plus notes. If she did not get what she wanted in notes or a picture—the message was missed. That’s when she turned to technology to help.

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“It is a great documentation and analysis tool and brings all stakeholders together in the saddle fitting process,” Shapiro said, “I do saddle fittings as a team approach and want everyone that needs to be involved in the fitting to be there. With Spark Motion makes this easier. Not only can the owner’s trainer be involved, but so can the farrier, veterinarian, and chiropractor and so on. If they can’t be at the fitting, they can review the uploaded video and have input or at a later date.”

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Kerckhaert farrier nylon tool bag from Oleo Acres Farrier Supply Measures 2’ x 1’when zipped shut. Features include multiple pockets for organizing a full set of farrier tools. Also included are pockets for a mobile phone, business cards, pens and invoices, and features an adjustable shoulder strap for a perfect ﬁt. Visit oleoacresfarriersupply.com for details.

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Freimatic Tower Horsewalker The modular system makes them very versatile. The Freimatic horsewalker can be adjusted to almost all diameters and can be extended at any time to accommodate more horses. The features are very variable, and safety has been given top priority. Due to the elevated position of the drive unit the arms circulate at a height of 2.4 meters. The drive unit is both simple and clever. The robust friction drive with solid rubber tires is non-wearing and has a very low consumption rating. A 750 W motor is sufﬁcient for a four-horse system, and a second motor is used for larger systems. Feel Free to visit the Rower & Rub website www.roewer-rueb.de and then contact us for Pricing and other Information: dleinbach@kaiserbuilds.com 610-385-4990

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Unfortunately this is sometimes accomplished without really taking horse and rider needs into consideration. Obviously, every horse owner knows that there will be a ton of expenses beyond the initial purchase of the animal – including buying tack that fits. A good quality adjustable saddle (in tree width and tree angle as well as in Panel flocking) is a smart investment. If taken care of properly and maintained/adjusted regularly it should work for the horse over its whole life. The fit should be evaluated and adjustments made to keep pace with changes in your horse’s conformation as it reacts to training, nutrition, and the maturation process. Would you buy an expensive car and never change the oil or buy new tires? Too often we hear “I bought a custom saddle; I expect it to fit forever!” Doesn’t buying a saddle which can be adjusted to accommodate your horse’s changes in conformation make more sense than constantly having to go through ‘saddle buying hell’ to find a new

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Horseback riding can be a dangerous sport, no matter which discipline you follow. Accidents can and do happen, which is why the Developers of Ride Alert’s unique 24/7 Emergency ID and support service have come up with their latest phone App (iPhone and Android). The newest member of the Ride Alert ‘stable’, this App is ideal for all riders who carry their smart phones with them. Launching the App activates a motion sensor, which remains silent as long as you are moving. If the phone detects no movement for a pre-set time period, it will alert you with a siren, and if you are unable to turn off the alert, the App will automatically contact your pre-loaded “Buddies” sending them an email/text (including a GPS map), to notify them that you might need help. Awarded “Editor’s Choice” and “Best Buy” in a November 2013 Horse Journal article, Ride Alert provides a simple online means to identify you and your horse and to record your medical and emergency contact details for later use in the event of an accident or illness. Ride-Alert has been developed to provide peace of mind for riders and their families, and can work for you even if you don’t use a smart phone. When you register for a Ride Alert family subscription (from as little as $24.99 a year), you can choose from bridle/saddle tags, a wristband, or gel badges that you can afﬁx to personal property like your phone. If someone ﬁnds you or your horse after an accident

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Saint Lourdes Saddlery Zangerheide Stud joined forces The exclusive dressage saddle, designed to be to create the perfect saddle for the rider and horse. The particularly easy on the horse, also gives a special seat is made in injected Gel Foam(r) bringing comfort and balance to both. This saddle manufactured in our feeling to the rider which is why it is chosen by famous Timberleather, the tree from noble materials, professional riders. A new panel design ensures unbreakable and long lasting. an optimum ﬁt to the horse’s back.

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