Award-Winning Safety: Inside the Certifications & Engineering of the LeMieux Verv Helmet

Award-Winning Safety: Inside the Certifications & Engineering of the LeMieux Verv Helmet

Courtney Ameden

Equestrian sports demand gear that performs under pressure, and nothing is more critical than rider safety. When LeMieux set out to design the Verv Helmet, the goal was clear: deliver high-level safety engineering without compromising on custom style or all-day comfort.

The Brand New LeMieux Verv Helmet

The Brand New LeMieux Verv Helmet

Courtney Ameden

The wait is officially over—the LeMieux Verv Helmet has officially launched today!

Freejump Voronoï - What is Temple Protection?

Freejump Voronoï - What is Temple Protection?

Courtney Ameden

Equestrian helmet design hasn't fundamentally changed in decades—until now. When Freejump engineered the Voronoï helmet, they didn't just aim to pass standard certification tests; they looked at real-world accident data to completely reinvent skull protection.

Freejump Stirrup Guide: Breaking Down Models

Freejump Stirrup Guide: Breaking Down Models

Courtney Ameden

You’ve likely seen Freejump stirrups in every hunter/jumper and equitation arena. While the brand is world-renowned for its distinct single-branch safety stirrups, they also engineer traditional-style irons packed with high-tech joint relief. With three major Freejump models on the market, it helps to understand which ones focus on emergency safety release, and which ones focus purely on rider comfort and performance.

The Ultimate Freejump Airbag Guide: How It Works, How to Size It, and When It Deploys

The Ultimate Freejump Airbag Guide: How It Works, How to Size It, and When It Deploys

Courtney Ameden

The equestrian world has seen a massive shift toward safety technology, and airbag vests are leading the charge. But investing in an airbag can be overwhelming. How fast does it inflate? What happens if you forget to unclip? Today, we are breaking down everything you need to know about the Freejump Airbag ecosystem.

Why We Recommend a Professional Safety Fitting

Why We Recommend a Professional Safety Fitting

Courtney Ameden

When it comes to your helmet, body protector, or air vest, the stakes are completely different. A piece of safety gear that does not fit you perfectly cannot protect you perfectly in a fall.

Helmet Lifespan & Maintenance

Helmet Lifespan & Maintenance

Courtney Ameden
Tagged: Guide helmet Safety

There is one piece of equipment in your tack room that requires a different kind of investment—not just of capital, but of attention. Your helmet!

Body Protectors vs. Air Vests

Body Protectors vs. Air Vests

Courtney Ameden
When it comes to equestrian safety, the technology available to riders has never been better. But with so many options on the market, choosing the right torso protection can feel...
Navigating the New USEF Safety Stirrup Rules: What’s Legal in 2026

Navigating the New USEF Safety Stirrup Rules: What’s Legal in 2026

Courtney Ameden

Safety stirrups are one of the greatest innovations in modern equestrian sports, designed to prevent a rider from being dragged during a fall. However, if you are competing in US Equestrian (USEF) sanctioned shows, your choice of safety iron is no longer just about personal preference—it’s about compliance.

Air Vests, Helmet Interaction, and the Safety Questions Riders Should Be Asking

Air Vests, Helmet Interaction, and the Safety Questions Riders Should Be Asking

Courtney Ameden
Air vests have rapidly grown into one of the most significant safety advancements in modern equestrian sport. Whether you are galloping across an eventing course or navigating a jumper jump-off,...
Why Modern Equestrian Helmet Safety is More Complicated Than “ASTM Certified”

Why Modern Equestrian Helmet Safety is More Complicated Than “ASTM Certified”

Courtney Ameden
Tagged: helmet Safety

When shopping for a new riding helmet, it is easy to assume that every certified option on the wall offers identical protection. However, the reality of equestrian safety is far more nuanced.

Peace of Mind in the Saddle: Seaver Safefit Safety Vest

Peace of Mind in the Saddle: Seaver Safefit Safety Vest

Courtney Ameden

The Seaver Safefit Airbag Vest has quickly become a staple for riders who refuse to choose between high-level safety and a polished, professional silhouette. Whether you are navigating a Grand Prix course or hacking out on a breezy afternoon, understanding how this technology works is key to riding with confidence.