Top 5 Products from BETA 2020

During our trip the BETA International Trade Show 2020, we spotted a number of really incredible products that we can't wait to have in stock. With so much choice, we did have a challenge on our hands to narrow it down, but we think you'll love our chosen top 5 as much as we do, and they'll all be available to buy on The Drillshed website very soon!

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Airowear ‘Wave’ Body Protector – available in Navy or Black

RRP: £273.00

New for 2020, the Wave is a unisex BETA Level 3 lightweight body protector that moulds to the rider’s body using patented Flexion technology. Flexion, developed by their safety design team, is the most comfortable, impact-absorbing foam to wear against the body. It intelligently moulds to the wearer’s shape whilst allowing maximum comfort, unrestricted movement and greater flexibility.

Key features consist of:

• Flexion technology foam with multi-directional flexibility
• Our lightest ever body protector
• Adjustable sizing on shoulders offers great value and longevity
• Microfresh lining which is quick drying and breathable
• Stretch lacing at the sides
• Zipped jacket style
• Self-closing armhole dart for greater range of fit
• Intelligent fibre microfresh lining which is quick-drying and breathable

Equilibrium ‘Stella’ Leather Headcollar – all new, technical, safety leather-look headcollar launched at BETA 2020

RRP: £59.99

Whilst we were talking with Equilibrium, who were introducing this exciting new product, we definitely noticed a buzzed around their stand - quite understandable for the products they were presenting. Equilibrium has launched their new headcollar with features such as great adjustability for the perfect fit, a reusable release system, durable and weatherproof construction and smart looking synthetic material. A headcollar is something that often passes our minds, something we use every day, something we wouldn’t think of as a danger to our horse. However, the research Equilibrium carried out proves that we need to be more cautious of the day-to-day equipment we are using.

Please see the below video showing the making and testing of this product. Stellar™ has a Patent Pending Safety Release System that has been scientifically tested to provide measurable and consistent results.

Thorough testing in both laboratory conditions, as well as everyday practical situations, provides the necessary balance between safe handling and horse safety.

 

Woof Wear Fonte Verde Vilamoura Country Boot

RRP: £299.95

Woof Wear launched multiple products, including noise cancelling fly veils, new fusion colours, fly masks and vision saddle pads, but the No 1. Product we decided to choose were the Fonte Verde Vilamoura Country Boot. We love nailing that chic country look, finishing off with a combination of style and elegance, and these boots do just that.
Woof Wear explains these boots are hand crafted from full grain European leather, and Vilamoura’s beauty is more than skin deep as it’s packed with technical features such as the Smart traction sole, and a full height breathable and waterproof membrane. These lovely country boots won the Best in Test Innovative Award at BETA 2020 – beating all their competitors!

• Full height WTex™ waterproof membrane
• Premium European hand-crafted full grain leather
• Smart traction sole gives superior grip on all surfaces, and stability on the stirrup
• Smart Zone technical comfort inner sole

Darley Lifestyle BSJA Legal Whips – lightweight, great design and all your questions answered on the new rules!

RRP: £29.95

We recently noticed a high number of Facebook posts asking about the new rules on whips when competing BS. We thought we would take this opportunity to introduce a great company that has started to produce these wonderful whips and help de-mystify the rules for you! Please click here for more information on the new rules.

Both York whips are available in a variety of colour combinations and have simple designs to complete your competition attire.

The York slim handle BSJA -BRC 2020 legal cushion bat

This cushion bat is fully BSJA 2020 & British Riding club legal. Some people struggle with thicker handles, so the York has been designed using an ultra-grip slim handle.

Total length of whip - 50cm, length of pad - 21cm and weight - 85 grams.

The York slim handle 66cm BSJA & BRC 2020 legal cushion bat

This cushion bat is fully BSJA & BRC 2020 legal. Some people struggle with thicker handles. So, again this has the same design using an ultra-grip slim handle.

Total length of whip - 66cm, length of pad - 28cm and weight - 97 grams

Baleno Banbury Jacket – lightweight, fashionable and technical

RRP: TBC

New for 2020 is the Banbury jacket, a super-smart light waterproof riding jacket. This stylish jacket features a 4-way stretch breathable fabric, which provides the rider with maximal ease of movement - perfect for completing jobs around the yard and when riding. In line with Baleno’s hallmark attention to detail, the Banbury features a cosy microfleece lining and a comfortingly snug high collar to fend off the coldest, biting winds – perfect for the seasonal transition into Spring.

These features add to the versatility of the Banbury, as not only is it perfect for the yard but also trendy and practical enough to wear everywhere else! – shopping, walking the dog or taking the kids to school.

We are very excited to see this jacket, along with all the other amazing products on this list in our stockroom soon... watch this space!