Safety First! - Reflective accessories for horse & rider

2 November 2022

Especially during the fall and winter season, when the sun sets early and it’s dark in the late afternoon already, it is particularly important that you and your horse are well visible. A non-visible or insufficiently visible rider and horse duo in traffic, can be very dangerous for all parties involved. Especially those of us who like to ride out or have to ride to the nearest riding arena or indoor arena know this all too well. In this blog post we will give you helpful tips and product recommendations on reflective riding accessories, so that you and your horse are safe in the dark!

"High Visibility" for more safety in road traffic

To make yourself and your horse visible not only in the dark, but also in bad weather conditions, you should use clothing and accessories that will definitely be noticed by motorists or other road users and immediately catches their eye. In fact, just wearing fluorescent materials is not enough to be visible in the dark. This is because fluorescent clothing requires UV rays to be visible. What you need in order to be visible in the dark is reflective piping or tape, because it reflects the headlights of approaching cars so that you and your horse can be seen better. In daylight, the reflective tape looks grayish-silver. When a light source - like the headlights of a car - fall on the tape during the day, it is reflected and it looks like the tape is glowing.

Safety color

Reflective clothing is an absolute must when you are out and about with your horse in the dark. This way you can attract the attention of other road users and avoid dangerous situations. An absolute must-have on the road is a reflective vest for you and a reflective exercise sheet for your horse. For all those who want to be on the safe side, we have put together a list of other practical products that can help you on the road, when its dark.

Reflective clothing for riders

The reflective vest of our house brand Epplejeck is easy to put on, adjustable in size and has crossed shoulder straps on the back, so that the vest can not slip quickly. The vest is closed with a clip in the front and is available in yellow and orange.
If a vest is not enough for you, the reflective jacket from WeatherBeeta is just right for you. In addition to a large reflective surface, it ensures that you do not get cold. The jacket is available in neon yellow and orange for children, as well as adults.

The reflective vest from QHP is closed with a zipper in the front and has reflective stripes on the shoulders and waist area. Additionally, there is a lettering on the back stating "Please slow down" accompanied with a silhouette of a horse's head.
Another practical product is the Rain Legs Arctic Reflective, which is fully reflective and also keeps your thighs dry and warm. Perfect for winter rides through snowy landscapes and rainy day activities!

Reflective items for your horse

To keep your horse not only visible to others but also warm and dry during the ride, the Epplejeck reflective riding rug is perfect! It is a waterproof riding rug with reflective stripes on both sides and has a fleece lining that prevents your horse from cooling down too quickly. If that one is not for you there is a similar rug, the Exercise Sheet Horsegear Reflective, which is not only available in neon yellow, but also in bright pink.

The reflective exercise sheet from Harry's Horse is water-repellent and adjustable at the chest. Because of the reflective stripes on the chest, both sides of the body and on the tail flap, your horse is well seen in traffic.
In combination, the Tendon Boots Single Lock Reflective from WeatherBeeta, together with Bell Boots Reflective from Harry's Horse, provide a particularly striking look on the road. Reflective items on the legs are very effective, as the moving, reflective stripes attract the attention of motorists.

Another practical accessory for your horse is a reflective and possibly even an LED light browband, like this model of our house brand, which is available in different colors. In addition to the reflective strip, the browband is equipped with several LEDs, which flash in three different settings. The browband is easily attached with Velcro to the normal browband of the bridle.

When you're walking your horse, their legs are constantly moving. When your horse's legs are reflective, you can be sure that your horse is seen by other road users. For this you can use the reflective bandages. These bandages of Harry's Horse have a lining of faux fur, which is extra soft for the horse's legs. You can also attach them over the leg protectors, with the strong Velcro closure you can fasten these flashy bandages securely.
Give your luminous horse another finishing touch with the reflective bell boots of Harry's Horse and you’re set to safely go on the road. You will find more reflective articles for your horse here.

Now both you and your four legged friend can go out safely in the dark! Of course, it is always important to pay attention to your horse. Going to the riding school with friends is fun, but accidents can happen at any time, so be careful!