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WINTER ESSENTIALS

5 Items You Wish You Had In Your Riding Wardrobe Right Now

Winter isn't much fun when you have horses, but wearing the right gear can make the difference between feeling fabulous or freezing! Here are five equestrian items you wish you had!

5 Tips For Surviving Winter

Do we do our horses during the winter months? Yes, we certainly do! Come hellish hailstones, high winds and torrential rain, you'll find us on the yard. So for all your winter warrior men and women, here are our five tips for surviving winter.

Why Waterproofs Are A Winter Essential For Horse Riders

Unlike many equestrian brands, our Designer Liz Hayman and MD is an #equetechrealrider who rides in actual weather, with a real horse! Every garment you'll find in our collection has been tried and tested by Liz personally and our team of riders. 

What are Waterproof Riding Clothes? 

When it comes to finding waterproof riding clothes, choosing the right garment can leave your head in a spin! We've compiled some facts to help you make the right decision when it comes to choosing the best waterproof riding jacket or waterproof riding trousers. Find out more...

It's All About The Base!

In our latest blog, we share our top toasty base layers that you'll be coveting during the long winters months ahead. Raise the temperature this winter with warm equestrian clothing that is hot to trot!

The Ashridge Jacket - the real all rounder!

Want a jacket that is a true all rounder? A jacket you can dress up with a gorgeous scarf for a day out with the family.  Or simply wear as it is, and stay warm and comfortable for a day of yard activities. The colour palette of purple has a variety of effects on the mind and body, including uplifting spirits, calming the mind and nerves and encouraging imagination and creativity - and it looks good too.  Our Ashridge Jacket is available in a gorgeous Mulberry colour in sizes XS through to 3XL. The Ashridge Jacket  is super lightweight.  A padded country sports jacket with bio-down insulation, enabling you to pack it into the smallest space! Perfect for the school run on a cold morning, or everyday at...

Stylish and practical - the Padbury Quilted Jacket

Stylish and practical shouldn't be a comprimise you need to make and with our stunning Padbury Quilted Jacket you don't need to - you can have the best of both. The Padbury Quilted Jacket is the perfect choice for both on and off the yard.  Guaranteed to keep you super snug with it's bio-down ethical insulation. For those warmer days, make use of the detachable hood, or if you are feeling chilly pop the plush faux fur hood up to keep you nice and warm. The gorgeous grey colour of the jacket is right on trend for this winter, and whilst not designed for full on downpours, you will stay dry if you get caught out down the yard or walking the dogs in the odd rain shower as the jacket is certainly shower proof.  The j...

Warmth with the wow factor!

Keeping warm as the temperatures start to drop can be a challenge.  Banish the cold and stay warm and comfortable with our Winter Range. The Artic Thermal Unbreeches come in both Black and Beige.  A base layer with plush cosy lining that runs throughout the garment. These are super soft and comfy!  The stirrup foot ensures the thermals do not ride up up you leg. No cold ankles here. Designed as a unisex garment in 2 sizes; S/M - 24-30" waist and L/XL - 30-36" waist. Our Winter Riding Tights are thermal, fleece lined, stretch pull-on riding tights with four-way stretch with amazing shape retention. The tights have matt silicone grip at the knee to help keep you secure in the saddle, two thigh pockets,...

Thinking of heading out Hunting this season? We give you the lowdown on ettiquette

If you have no experience of hunting, you are likely to have lots of questions about what to wear, how to turn out your horse and generally how to behave - going hunting for the first time can be a fantastic experience so we have created our is 'Beginners Guide to Hunting' to help you through your 'first time'   Hunting etiquette generally can be considered under three main headings: safety, good manners and turnout, we will walk you three each of the areas. Turnout. When thinking about turnout you are aiming to look tidy and inconspicuous. A tweed jacket, fawn breeches, a white shirt with a tie, black boots and a velvet cap or jockey skull with a dark silk will be a good start. Your horse and...

It's All About The Layers!

I Love layers, really, I absolutely LOVE layers! Layers are an easy way to keep warm or cool down whilst still remaining stylish. Layers afford you the ability to mix and match, therefore creating several different looks with just a few key pieces. This season, Equetech have put together an Autumn/Winter Collection based around a complementary colour scheme using varying fabrics and textures. Each garment has been designed to harmoniously tone or sympathetically contrast within the collection, synthesizing luxurious key pieces with beautifully textured accessories. This season's key colours are classic navy and a sophisticated muted mink with accessories complementing, toning or beautifully contrasting. As a horse owner/rider and...

Winter Coats for Half Term Fun

Half Term is upon us and many of us are working out what activities can be enjoyed as a family. The weather is not always kind at this time of year to be honest it's rarely kind at this time of year, so sadly many will think of indoor activities. To me, being stuck indoors is an absolute travesty at any time of year, especially Autumn. As the leaves turn, Mother Nature brings us beautiful muted hues, brooding or sharp skies, exhilarating yet devastating storms and cold crisp still days. In the UK we are lucky to have a plethora of footpaths, wooded areas, coastal walks, fells and dales, national parks, historic buildings and gardens which can be enjoyed for free or at little cost and where we can revel in the majesty of Autumn. So if I&...
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