Why You Need to Wear a Helmet While Riding a Horse
7. Helmets are Stylish
Many helmet manufacturers offer the opportunity to customize your helmet. From bright green piping on a Charles Owen, purple vents on a GPA, or a crystal centre on aSamshield, anything is possible. They are another way to showcase your style.
6. Your Barn Probably Requires It
Many barns have boarders or lesson goers sign a waiver that usually includes a helmet policy regardless of whether or not you're an adult.
5. Set a Good Example
Younger and less experienced riders look up to you. If you're not wearing a helmet, why should they?
4. Riders4Helmets International Helmet Awareness Day Happens Annually With Savings Up To 20% Off!
You can join in on the fun of Riders4Helmets International Helmet Awareness Day(s) this year. Manufacturers offer their helmets at a discount 2 days only. Shop at Bahr Saddlery and you can also earn 2X the points on helmet purchases. Our helmet selection can be found here with options for every budget!
3. Horses can be Unpredictable
Even if you are “just going for a walk”, you should still protect your head. Horses, including bombproof ones, can be unpredictable, and accidents happen.
2. You Wouldn't Get on a Motorcycle Without One, Why a Horse?
Did you know that horseback riding has the same rate of serious injury per hour as riding a motorcycle? Concussions account for about 5% of all emergency room visits, that's almost double than any other major sport.
