For many of us in lockdown, the enthusiasm to ride may have decreased and the lack of motivation grows as we watch the daily “Gladys updates”. Although the restrictions may have eased for some - providing a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel - there are some of us “regular riders” who have struggled to simply put on a sports bra, let alone breeches and riding boots! There are some people who have horses as their livelihood, who basically have no choice but to get up in the morning, check the horses, do feeds, rugging and subsequently the natural tendency for those people is to throw a ..read more

If show jumping (or eventing) is your primary passion, you want to make sure that your jump saddle is going to satisfy the needs of both you and your horse. There are a variety of saddles available on the market, but at the end of the day, you need to have a saddle that provides enough support and security for you when riding, and is comfortable enough to allow your horse to perform at it's best over any sized jumps. You may have just started riding, or you may have been riding for years and have decided to finally take the plunge to invest in a good show jumping saddle. But how do you know w ..read more

We're excited to announce that elite dressage rider and trainer, David Shoobridge has joined The Equestrian as an ambassador. Listen to what David has to say about out partnership! You can visit David's website here ..read more

If you're stuck in lock down anywhere in Australia and want a new jumping exercise to practice, here is a cool jumping exercise you might want to try. James and Sarah from JPR Equestrian explain how it's done. The best part........you could win a pair of Ego 7 breeches. "We’re excited to be partnering with The Equestrian to bring you a lockdown challenge. The winner will receive a pair of EGO 7 Breeches thanks to The Equestrian" James & Sarah How To Enter Watch the video below Film yourself riding the line once at 4 and 4 strides, once at 5 and 5 strides and once at either 5 and 4 str ..read more

If you're a horse owner, you probably already know that flies can be a huge problem, especially during the warm summer months. Flies are not only annoying for your horse but can also transmit diseases and cause skin irritation. In this article, we discuss the best ways to protect your equine from pesky flies. We begin with information on why horses need fly protection and then move on to the best fly sprays and repellents on the market. We also discuss some home remedies you can use to help keep your horse free of flies. So, if you're looking for the best horse fly spray to keep your equine h ..read more

The Equestrian and JPR Equestrian (James Paterson-Robinson & Sarah Duggan) are excited to announce James and Sarah are the first ambassadors for the Australian equestrian marketplace. They will be flying the flag (so to speak) for our brand and you will see them sporting brands such as Samshield and Ego 7 boots. Olympian & WEG Showjumping Representative James represented Australia at the 2010 World Equestrian Games (WEG) in Lexington on Niack de l’Abbaye, the 2012 London Olympics with Lanosso, the 2014 WEG with Boris III and the 2016 Rio Olympics with Amarillo. Sarah is a Grand Prix c ..read more

When it comes to riding horses, proper footwear is essential for safety and comfort. Not just any old pair of boots will do. Fortunately, though, shoppers have a considerable amount of choices. Many different types and styles of riding boots are available on the market today, each designed for a specific purpose and type of rider. That said, whether you're a beginner or an experienced equestrian, it's crucial to know what to look for when purchasing a new pair of boots. In this article, we'll discuss some of the best horse riding boots available and offer tips on choosing the best pair for yo ..read more

It's no secret that horses and ponies need good nutrition to perform at their best. In fact, providing the right supplements is often one of the most important things you can do as a horse or pony owner. Not only will supplements help your horse or pony stay healthy, but they can also improve performance in competitions or just make daily life easier for your animal.  In this article, we'll discuss why horses and ponies need supplements and which supplemental needs are most common. Then, we'll look at some of the best horse and pony supplements on the market today. Reasons to Supplement ..read more

The 2021 Tokyo Olympics are just around the corner and if you're like us, you'll be burning the midnight oil to watch the Aussies in action. Teams have been finalized, short of withdrawals due to injury or other circumstances. It looks to be a very strong equestrian team for Australia, with a mix of highly experienced among with some new faces. Of course it's going be an Olympics like no other, with COVID restrictions and potentially no spectators what so ever. 2021 Olympic Equestrian Schedule For those wanting to know the schedule and times, head on over to this page: Olympic Equestrian Sch ..read more

If you haven't checked out the latest The Approachable Equestrian podcast, you need to. James and Sarah from JPR Equestrian (The Equestrian ambassadors) sit down to chat about what it takes to make it to the top, from humble beginnings, hard work, luck, and persistence. Any young rider (or established rider) with ambition in any discipline wanting to know what's required to do the hard yards, take the hard knocks, and get the job done, need to listing to this. There are no free rides - You're welcome.... CLICK HERE TO LISTEN ..read more