Horse Racing Wear
Anyone who participates in horse racing at any level will understand the requirement for specialist equipment and attire. Riding at speed on powerful racehorses is a highly dangerous occupation, which means that safety must always remain a priority for Jockey and Horse.
Here at Discount Equestrian, we are passionate about promoting the welfare of both racehorses and jockeys, which is the reason we stock only the highest quality products for our market-leading Racing Wear range. We bring you the highest quality riding vests and racing goggles meeting the highest safety standards. The demands of a racing yard require equipment that can stand up to the challenges.
You’ll discover brands synonymous with the racing world in our fabulous Racing Wear range, such as Charles Owen®, Fleck®, Hows RaceSafe®, and Kroops®. To illustrate the fantastic products available for those involved in riding or training racehorses, here’s just a sample of the bestselling Racing Wear available in this excellent collection:
Charles Owen® APM Jockey Skull – “The Charles Owen APM Jockey Skull is the perfect example of collaboration between horsemen and science. This specialist product design has been led by legendary champion jockey AP McCoy. The super soft leather harness is ventilated for breathability and cooling, preventing sweat build up and odours. The harness has been widened to increase protection of the facial area, which incorporates protective impact absorbing padding whilst still retaining a slimline appearance for true comfort.”
Kroops® Racing Goggles – “These goggles are suitable for all environments, thanks to a clear lens. Available in a range of trim colours including black, brown, green, orange, pink, red, royal blue, white, and yellow. Features high clarity flexible lenses. These goggles are fully ventilated too, to allow for continuous visibility in all weather conditions.”
Hows RaceSafe® Jockey Vest – “The Hows RaceSafe Jockey Vest Level 1 is designed to meet the demanding criteria of racing. It delivers impressive levels of protection, lightness, and comfort. This jockey vest conforms to European Standard BS EN13158:2009 (Level 1), and the improved design is BHA compliant. RaceSafe utilise foremost developments to offer the latest European standards of protection at market leading weight levels. The flex of up to seventy perforated hinged sections within this jockey vest circulate air to allows the rider to perform at their peak. This jockey vest is fully also adjustable for the perfect fit, thanks to a choice of back lengths.”
Fleck® Jockey Racebat – “This Fleck Jockey Racebat is ideal for racing, though can also be used by riders who compete in show jumping under the recently updated BSJA whip rules, which came into force in January 2020. Available in a range of colours such as black, black/blue, black/green, and black/red. Also available in a choice of length; there are 60cm and 70cm options.”
For advice, guidance, or any other queries regarding our brilliant Racing Wear collection, please don’t hesitate to contact our friendly Discount Equestrian team – we’re always happy to help!
We recommend exploring some of the other super subcategories in the Riding Wear range too, including Jockey Skull Caps, Cross Country Tops, and Tights & Skins.
