Safety Tips
We are proud to have Ride EquiSafe as the official safety partner for our Organization.
They carry the broadest selection of safety equipment in North America and are committed to helping riders be simultaneously safe and stylish in the saddle.
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Ride Equisafe is available for free, no obligation in-person and virtual consultations to help you make the best safety choices.
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UDJC members can take advantage of a 5% discount throughout the Ride EquiSafe store by simply using code UDJC5 at the checkout.
Safety Categories
HELMETS
Fit and function are foremost, followed by fashion. The more certifications a helmet has, the better and it’s encouraged to pair that information with data from the Virginia Tech Helmet Lab’s study. Looking at just one or the other is not sufficient.
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AIR VESTS
As with helmets, fit and function are first. As the adoption of air vests has become more widespread, the number of brands and models have increased, as has the rate of innovation. What fits one rider will not necessarily fit another, so it’s important to get properly fitted by a knowledgeable fitter.
BODY PROTECTORS
Required when going cross country for Eventing, foam based body protectors are a fantastic foundation garment to provide torso protection, especially for pinpoint impacts. Opting for a certified model (either ASTM or BETA) is strongly recommended. As with all other types of safety equipment, fitting by a competent professional is encouraged.
