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Bucas Buzz Off Fly Sheet

Bucas Buzz Off Fly Sheet

Has this spell of hot weather driven your horse to distraction with the amount of flies – well look no further than the Bucas Buzz off Range.

The Buzz-Off fly rug from Bucas is made from a specially developed, lightweight, fine mesh fabric that blocks entry from even the smallest of insects. Plus it offers UV protection for horses, too, therefore preventing sunburn and stopping the coat from getting bleached.

Featuring a sewn on full neck and an innovative detachable belly flap, the rug offers protection to the horse’s whole body, and there’s a matching Buzz Off fly mask to keep the face fly free, too.

The Bucas Buzz Off fly rug comes with leg straps to keep it firmly in place during your horse’s time in the field, and an overlapping, padded and lined front ensures it stays comfortable no matter how long your horse needs to wear it.

The Buzz-Off fly mask is securely fastened with an elasticated Velcro strap, and it’s gathered around the nose area to prevent flies from entering through the bottom. Designed to be used with the Buzz Off rug or on its own, the mask is an effective product that really works.

So do the best by your horse this summer and invest in a rug and mask from the Buzz Off range. You’ll be glad you did and so will your horse.

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Sally Returns to Form after Health Scare

When Annette McCracken walked to her horse’s stable door and found her laid flat out she thought the time had come for the 21-year-old cob.
Now retired, Sally has been a major part of Annette’s life since she was four and the pair has spent endless hours together hacking and enjoying cross-country rides.
Said Annette: “I have had so much fun on Sally and she is a massive part of my life so when I went to the stable and found her lying on her side it was very distressing.
“She has had laminitis on and off for a number of years but it has never been as severe as the latest bout.
“I have always turned her out with my show jumpers and event horses but in February this year the attack happened while she had actually been stabled for a few days with the cold, wet weather.
“It just came out of nowhere but may have resulted from too much haylage and standing in.
“When I went to the stables I just could not get her to move. I went back several times and then I started to get really worried and felt I needed to call the vets.

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Olympic ambitions for Zebra riders


It was a clean sweep for Zebra riders across all three Olympic disciplines as the eventing, showjumping and dressage teams for Rio 2016 were announced. Italian saddle designer and manufacturer has an Equipe ambassador on each team; Izzy Taylor, Ben Maher and Charlotte Dujardin respectively, underlining the quality that is synonymous with the saddle brand.

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Uvex Empower Their Retailers

Leading Safety Manufacturer uvex is able to increase the profitability of their retailers sq. footage by 300% merely by stocking the product range in the same space in their stores. The patented and unique fitting system enables retailers to carry a full model range of each helmet in the full range of sizes in just 1/3 of the space, thanks to the scope of fitting possibilities that is in- built to each and every helmet.
In addition the extensive uvex range of eyewear provides retail staff with the perfect add-on sale opportunity. These glasses are designed specifically for the athlete, and to be worn in comfort with a helmet. The style and function of the glasses have made them a must have performance enhancing purchase throughout extreme sports the world over; the Winter Olympics at Sochi earlier this year, and currently The Tour De France. Uvex is everywhere, protecting people, whatever their sporting passion, enabling your customers to perform to the best of their ability, whilst maximising your own profit potential.

The most recent rider to be recruited to the uvex stable is Trevor Breen of Ireland, the recent Hickstead Derby Winner, who has joined the team alongside Jay 'Tiger' Halim.

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Saddling up for Seminar Success!

Saddle fitters and retailers were treated to an insight into the biomechanics of the horse and saddle fitting courtesy of Amerigo’s owner and designer Peter Menet on Tuesday (10 June).

In the enviable surroundings of Irish international show jumper Billy Twomey’s yard, some 17 saddle fitters from 12 retailers were given an overview on the theory of saddle fitting, with Peter wowing the group with his knowledge of the physiology and anatomy of the horse.

Billy, who has been supported by Amerigo for the last 12 years, then gave a demonstration; teaching his working pupil Beth Vernon, before carrying out a tour of the yard.

 

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Sprenger Comfort Roller Spurs

Sprenger Comfort Roller Spurs

Sprenger Spurs are made from the finest stainless steel and come in a variety of styles to suit the rider and horse.

As we come into the competition season these Sprenger Ultra Fit Extra Grip Spurs are an ideal addition to your competition wardrobe. They are encased in a hard rubber which not only help to protect your leather riding boots from the metal rubbing them but also help to keep your spurs in the right place when riding as the rubber “sticks” to leather.

They come in a variety of different styles and one of the most unique and innovative styles is the Comfort Roller. This spur is a great back up to the rider’s leg aid as it helps give the aid that little bit faster with direct flank contact, but is softer and less likely to cause a negative response from the horse due to its rolling action along the horses side.

The rowel is a big circular brass roller that moves along the side of the horse and prevents any marking of the horse’s side. There are two lengths of neck  both of which are complete with the same size brass rowel.

Can be fitted with leather or mesh straps and are easy to put on or remove, the Sprenger Ultra Fit Extra Grip Spurs are a must for the competition season.

Sprenger Ultra Fit Comfort Roller RRP: £78.00

Bucas helps you turn out in style

Bucas helps you turn out in style

New for summer 2013, the Bucas Freedom Turnout Light Rug is available in seasonal fashion colours of classy Coral Pink and loveable Lake Blue colours to brighten up your horse’s time in the field.

The Bucas Freedom Turnout Light offers exceptional value for money and, of course, the guarantee of Bucas quality. Perfect for rainy or cooler summer days, this rug which has had a small re design now features just one front fastening, so fitting your horse’s rug is easier than ever before.

Waterproof and breathable, this stylish rug gives the horse freedom of movement and total protection against the elements. Plus it features a tough, rip-stop outer, secure cross surcingles and attachment points for leg straps, offering the ultimate in comfort for horses and great peace of mind for owners.

What’s more, treating your horse to a Bucas Freedom Turnout Light won’t break the bank. Without compromising on quality, this well-thought-out rug is designed to suit every horse owner’s budget and leave them rest assured that their beloved horse is both comfortable and happy in the field.

Sizes: 85cm-165cm/3’6”-7’

Colours S/S 2013: Coral Pink and Lake Blue

Freedom Turnout Light RRP: £62.00

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Connemara Pony Shannon Teaches Maisy the Ropes

Connemara pony Shannon was proving a superb schoolmistress for young Maisy Griffiths in the dressage arena until she suffered from a bout of laminitis.
Now 24-years-old the 14.2hh mare is owned by Maisy’s mum Gemma who was delighted with their progress since getting her on permanent loan two years ago.

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