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ALL WE WANT FOR CHRISTMAS
CHRISTMAS WISH LIST
All we want for Chrismas ...
The staff and various HorseVibes contributors have put in their horsey wish list. What would yours include? We all wish you a Very Merry Christmas, and hope the ‘horse’ is with you through this festive season.We’ve gone through our lists to show you what our top nine equestrian picks for presents are and the best part is, they’ll all fit under the Christmas tree!
Penny Newbold - Columnist
“I’ve been very patient, but it’s been over a year since I’ve owned a horse (one that I can actually ride I mean!) so I’d really, really like Santa to bring me a new horse for Christmas. It would also be very handy if he/she came with a new Equipe saddle and a beautiful handcrafted bridle from Mal Byrne! Did I say I’d been very patient?” Candida Baker - Editor
“My pretty little three-andhalf-year-old Chestnut thoroughbred mare had a bad accident in November while I was at Equitana (doesn’t it always happen when you’re away?) severing two tendons and cutting herself to the bone. She’s already wearing a pre-Christmas present, the amazing EQU StreamZ magnetic fetlock bands to help speed up healing, but the best present of all would be for her healing to be as swift and complete as it can be, and anything that will help her on that route. Other than that, if I win the lottery an indoor arena would be nice, a dressage Schoolmaster, a few new saddles and a couple of riding holidays! Nothing over the top. But otherwise, a fully recovered horse (even though she may never be a riding horse again) is top of my wish list this year.”
Fiona Todd – Publisher
“It’s a sad day for me, but as it turns out that time has come for my beloved slip on Ariats to pass on to the next life. Recently we had a large storm so I went outside to check on my four-legged friends, and when I got back my left foot actually needed scrubbing to remove the red sticky mud that had found its way through my boot. I had to admit to myself that my Ariats are due (or even overdue) for retirement. Mind you, I would also love a mower with a nice wide deck, able to manage the ridiculous amount of grass our climate produces. Nothing fancy, 72” deck, shock absorbers to make it comfy for my broken old body, perhaps an air-conditioned enclosed cabin and guaranteed never to break down!”
Elizabeth Boneham - Advertising Manager
“All I want for Christmas is…a Black Knight Accessories Rider Wristlet. This will allow me to ride my horses in comfort with a fashionable wallet that easily attaches to my belt making it possible to ride with my phone on me. I often ride by myself and my phone is too large and bulky to fit in my breeches pockets. It’s also fancy enough to use as an everyday wallet which is fantastic.”
Dannii Cunnane - Writer
“I’m a massive fan of anatomical girths after switching to one a few years back. My horse was a bit stiff and wooden, especially when I asked him to extend. I ended up using a friend’s anatomical girth and I found that my horse had a bit more freedom within the shoulders and was able to move more smoothly. The Hufglocken brand offers several different girths depending on your horse’s shape, so it’s not a ‘one size fits all’ affair. They also have removable sheepskin for added comfort. I find clothing from HKM to be smart and comfortable, but these particular Lauria Garelli breeches really nice to ride in. Her usual stretchy and light material is fitted but flattering no matter what size you are. The breeches offer a full seat of silicone print which is grippy without making you feel you’re stuck in the saddle. They’re perfect for the warmer Australian months – there’s nothing worse than sweaty riding attire!”
Jane Camens - Writer
“I’d love, love, LOVE, a paid flight to Lisbon for late October, returning around 14 November so I could ride (again) under instruction for up to 10 days at the Valença Academy of classical dressage, and spend at least a few additional days doing Working Equitation with their friend and WE champion Pedro Torres.
It’s in November that Portugal’s great horse fair is held in the city of Golegã, known as ‘The Capital of the Horse’, which is visited annually by thousands of horse lovers from around the world for 10 days of revelling and celebration of the Lusitano breed. I understand Portuguese wine is consumed immoderately. What’s not to like? It’s a party with horses! Oh, how I wish. Happy Christmas!”
Berni Saunders - Writer
“I used to dream of the Christmas when Santa would bring me a pony! This passionate and heartfelt wish consumed my childhood until my wish came true. Since then I’ve had a number of wonderful four-legged friends who have bought me joy, friendship, solace and a sense of achievement way beyond my expectation!
This year I wish for good health and the opportunity to keep on doing what I love. But even more than this I wish for a kinder world for animals and more ways to give a voice to the voiceless. Wishing all friends – great and small - Seasons Greetings!”
Ute Raabe - Writer
“A horse present for Christmas, yes! I know just the one, catalogue no 3 of the current P.S.I. Auction dressage collection would suit me just fine and would look very good under the Christmas tree indeed. In reality I am in the lucky position of having already received my equestrian-related Christmas present. I’ve finally acquired my own horse float! The lovely team behind Böckmann Australia were at Equitana exhibiting a great range of horse floats with some top-of-therange safety, towing and comfort features. I was in love! Two days later I became the proud owner of my very first float, a Böckmann Champion R — like me, made in Germany. I might even pick up the Christmas tree in it!”
Between Horse and Rider
Introducing the EK-26 Special Jump Saddle
The innovative shock-absorbtion technology increases comfort and performance, benefiting the tuning between horse and rider. The EK-26 Special jump saddle features a deeper seat and is now available in printed leather.
Proud supporters of Billy Raymont, seen riding Oaks Redwood at the WEG.
TRAILRACE SADDLERY Tuggerah NSW Ph: 02 4353 1922
MAL BYRNE PERFORMANCE SADDLERY Werribee VIC Ph: 03 9974 2344
trailrace.com.au
FOR SALES ENQUIRIES CONTACT: info@trailrace.com.au OR CALL: 02 4353 1922
1/11 MILDON ROAD, TUGGERAH NSW 2259
THE SADDLE FITTER Gold Coast QLD Ph: 0413 371 802
SADDLE FIT SOLUTIONS Canberra ACT Ph: 0414 991 961 SADDLE SOLUTIONS Perth WA Ph: 0402 116 541
JO COTTER-HUISMAN Adelaide SA Ph: 0438 684 443
Between Horse and Rider
Introducing the Viktoria Monoquartiere
The flap can be customised with the saddle flap, tree, knee roll and panels for a perfit fit. The Viktoria is the ultimate in comfort, sophistication, functionality and supreme quality.
Proud supporters of Alexis Hellyer, shown heere riding Bluefields Floreno at the WEG.
TRAILRACE SADDLERY Tuggerah NSW Ph: 02 4353 1922
MAL BYRNE PERFORMANCE SADDLERY Werribee VIC Ph: 03 9974 2344
trailrace.com.au
FOR SALES ENQUIRIES CONTACT: info@trailrace.com.au OR CALL: 02 4353 1922
1/11 MILDON ROAD, TUGGERAH NSW 2259
THE SADDLE FITTER Gold Coast QLD Ph: 0413 371 802
SADDLE FIT SOLUTIONS Canberra ACT Ph: 0414 991 961 SADDLE SOLUTIONS Perth WA Ph: 0402 116 541
JO COTTER-HUISMAN Adelaide SA Ph: 0438 684 443
Shae Herwig - Saddle Hub
“I would love an iSpy wireless horse float camera for Christmas. We travel a lot for competitions and I’m always wondering if my horses are okay and happy in the float.
The camera means I can check on them safely without having to stop. Being wireless also means it can double up as a reversing camera, which would make my life so much easier. Lets face it, who likes getting in and out of the car 100 times trying to reverse the car on to the horse float only to end up reversing too far and dinging the back bumper - oops! The horse float camera would be an easy solution to my problems. Other than that, you can never have too many horse riding pants and tops. I live in my jodhpurs almost everyday and with this heat I’m finding myself needing to wear a long sleeve sunsafe top - no one likes a t-shirt tan. Performa ride have a super range of cool riding tights and long sleeve tops.”
Black Country Eloquences and a Show Hunter Equipe - jump and dressage all models Luc Childeric - jump and dressage Bates Isabell and Elevation Kent and Masters PDS all models Show saddles under 16” Windsor Esquire #5 and #5 16-17”
