The showing season is now in full swing. But it is still quite a task preparing and packing for each show (never mind the unpacking and washing…). It is always handy to have a show list at hand to ensure no vital items are left behind on the big day! Obviously depending on what classes you are doing this list might differ slightly but I find it a good reference.
Horse
- Saddle - Berney General Purpose Saddle €950
- Bridle - Dapple Anatomical Bridle - Black €179.99
- Girth (or two) - Celtic Equine Neoprene Girth €35.95
- Boots - USG Protection Tendon Splint/Boot €39.95
- Bandages (legs and tail)
- Show Numnah - Shires Fully Lined Numnah Navy €49.95
- Exercise Numnah – for leg stretching on arrival - Horseware Rambo® Saddle Pad €58
Rider
- Hat - Samshield Shadowmatt standard helmet in blue €295
- Jodhpurs (by two – you never know when you might need a spare set.) - Ariat Tri Factor Grip Full Seat Womens Breeches €135
- Gloves - Samshield V-Skin Swarovski gloves in navy €59.90
- Show Jacket - Dublin Haseley Show Jacket in Navy was €89 now €39
- Shirt and Tie - Ariat Womens Aptos Show Shirt €39
- Boots - Ariat Womens Heritage Contour II Field Zip Boot
- Whip €7.95
Show Essentials
- Brush set - the Alan Davies brush set is fantastic! It has everything you need on show day €136
- Baby wipes – to remove those last minute stains every grey horse manages to get….
- Grooming basket – essential if you have to strip the horse for the confirmation judge. A brush, towel, wipes, and a bottle of water are essential in any show basket
- Fly spray – The Carr & Day & Martin Flygard spray works a treat and keeps all those pesky flys away €20
- Spare clothes – after all it is Ireland we live in (90% chance of rain!)
- Tack Cleaning products – it is always nice to give the leather a last minute shine before entering the ring - Carr Day Martin Belvoir Step 2 Tack Conditioner €14.95
- Water drum
- Bucket and Sponge/Sweat Scraper
- First Aid kit for horse and rider, including Foran Equine Eazi-Care Animal Poultice Dressing
by Lauren Cushe
