John Whitaker, the most senior rider at Olympia, The London International Horse Show, showed his younger rivals a clean pair of heels in the H&M Ivy Stakes when, despite an unpromisingly early draw in a 12-horse jump-off, he set a target none could match.…
A strong relationship between horse and rider is crucial for success. Meet Rolf-Goran Bengtsson and his horse Casell Ask as they get ready to compete within the Longines Global Champions Tour. Their inspiring partnership is one which has been built over 10 years. The video also…
Elle McCoan’s Show Jumping Blog|Disappointment, Shopping & Dressage!
Well, I was hoping that October would bring better luck than September, but I was wrong! Was all packed up and ready to go for my Step Up to Gold Selection day and my lorry decides it doesn’t want to play. So this put…
With Cava going to his new home, a shopping trip was in order. I travelled in the Eurotunnel to France and went to Holland searching for a new horse. I was quite open minded as to what I was going to get, but in…
The 2015 show jumping season has certainly been the best one yet. I am a 20 year old show jumper based in Cornwall – with a promising string of horses. In November last year, I bought a lovely 5yo called Firestone W, stable name Zippy.…
Many people will know her as the daughter of legendary, singer song writter, Bruce Springsteen. However, equestrians will know her as one of America’s top show jumpers. At just 23, Jessica Springsteen is proving her ability amongst the world’s top riders and is doing huge…
Childéric Saddles are now offering junior riders (Under the age of 16 years) the opportunity to replace their Childéric saddle as they grow out of it, for a brand new saddle at the cost of £500.00. Senior Saddle Technician, Tricia Bracegirdle, explains: “As a mother I…