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Sambuca hits the spot at Skipton

Congratulations to Zebra Product’s own credit controller and sponsorship coordinator Ellis Morton who won the BE90 regional final at Skipton Horse Trials (4 August) securing her place at next year’s Mitsubishi Motors Cup at Badminton Horse Trials.

Ellis and her lovely chestnut horse Dhi Sambuca claimed the top spot finishing on an incredible score of just 16.5 penalties, picked up from the dressage phase.

Well done Ellis and we’ll be rooting for you next year!

Young showjumper signed up by Equipe

Up and coming showjumper, Oliver Tuff is now a sponsored Equipe rider and will be using the brand’s EKGO saddle from its carbon line.
Fifteen-year-old Oliver is the son of renowned British showjumper Justin Tuff and is based with him and his mother, Beth at their yard near Totnes in Devon. He has already represented Great Britain as part of the Children’s Team NAF at the Nations Cup.

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Look hot to trot while keeping your cool with Kastel’s new breeches

Kastel Denmark, manufacturer of gorgeous technical riding shirts, as worn by Andrew Nicholson and Oliver Townend, has extended its product line with the introduction of breeches.

The new Camilla breech collection offers many of the same benefits as the Kastel shirts – including UPF 30+ protection, high performing technical fabric that’s lightweight and breathable and supreme comfort thanks to the four-way stretch material.
The breeches are available either with a silicone full seat or silicone knee patches for added grip, while subtle accents add a touch of glamour. They also boast a wide supportive waistband for extra comfort.
Available in grey, navy or white and also wheat in the knee patch options and sizes 22-34.
Prices: Camilla knee grip silicone RRP £119 and Camilla full seat silicone RRP £129

Cavallo unveils new owner

Premium German equestrian clothing manufacturer Cavallo has announced Brigitte Weeke-Therling as its new owner and CEO.
Following a financial re-structure, the 51-year-old equestrian enthusiast who has more than 25 years’ experience as a business woman in the fashion industry and breeds sport horses, is now at the helm.

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Cavalor launches new, scientifically proven joint supplement

Cavalor ArtiTec is a new scientifically proven, joint supplement containing very high concentrations of active anti-inflammatory ingredients. Its launch this month follows seven years of meticulous research to identify the exact mix of ingredients to deliver a highly effective product formula.

Joint inflammation - also known as synovitis - is one of the main causes of lameness, especially among sport horses, and can lead to osteoarthritis and cartilage loss. Cavalor ArtiTec is clinically proven to significantly reduce joint inflammation in one of the most comprehensive scientific studies on the subject undertaken at Ghent University. A further trial of the product by vets in Belgium showed that it improved lameness in nearly three-quarters of cases.

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Irish saddle sales given a leg up

Leading UK distributor of premium equestrian brands, Zebra Products Ltd, has appointed an Irish Equipe saddle sales agent.
Helen Dempsey from County Kildare has joined the team to help grow the Amerigo & Equipe brand in Ireland.


With a head for sales and a passion for horses, Helen is extremely well placed for the role. Previously a leading sales executive for her family’s successful car dealership, Helen has also worked with top international racing yards as well as the Darley owned Kildangan Stud. She’s also a keen showjumper, HSI level 2 coach and a committee member for the Kildare branch of the Irish Pony Club.

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Baby Zebra joins the herd

There has been cause to celebrate in the Zebra Products office recently with the arrival of baby Eva Grace, daughter of Sales Executive, Caroline Douglas.

She was welcomed into the world on Sunday 22 April 2018 weighing 7lb 3oz, and is the first of four Zebra babies due this year.

“It seems like we are creating our very own extended Zebra family,” said Simon Middleton, Managing Director at Zebra Products. ‘We were all delighted to hear the news of Eva Grace’s arrival and are very much looking forward to meeting her.”

Armour your horse with Veredus

Leading horse boot manufacturer Veredus has extended its product portfolio to include a Kevlar line – offering the ultimate protection for your horse.

The limited-edition Kevlar collection is available on both the Gel Vento and Save the Sheep ranges, with boots boasting this special protective layer which is five times stronger than steel yet is still lightweight and flexible.

Horse’s limbs are also protected by a special shock absorbing material – Nitrexgel – on the back of the boots.

The boots are available in black and brown, and in small, medium and large with prices starting from RRP £176 for front boots and £148 for rear boots.

Holland hosts Amerigo masterclass

Holland played host to a saddle masterclass from leading Italian saddle brand, Amerigo, on Wednesday 28 March.
Some 150 retailers from the Netherlands, Belgium and the UK, visited Van Olst Horses in Den Hant, Holland for the event which included practical demonstrations from dressage riders Charlotte Fry and Anne Van Olst, and jumping displays from Nina Fagerstrom, Marcelle de Kam, Renske Kroeze and Ilonka Kluijtmans.
Peter Menet, Amerigo saddle designer, talked the audience through horse biomechanics and the importance of correctly fitting saddles to ensure that horse and rider can work in balance and harmony with one another. He also showcased Amerigo’s USPs – with its different saddle tree options and panel concepts.