The sudden removal of the European safety standard — EN 1384 — at the end of last year threw the industry into disarray and confused consumers. But with new hat models now being released, could the change mark another major development in the movement to make riding safer?
Six-year-old girl who fell off and was then kicked by her pony was wearing full safety gear at the time
British discipline and riding bodies are reconsidering their hat rules for the future and phasing out a popular helmet standard
While riders await news on research into the safety of hat cameras, several manufacturers are already trying to find alternatives
Padded hurdle thought to improve safety of horse and jockey will undergo further trials at another British racecourse this season
British Eventing has announced it has banned all helmet cameras as a precautionary measure until further research is completed on their safety
A leading polo club has proposed a new safety hat rule in line with other equestrian disciplines
Many riders chose to wear helmets rather than top hats at the World Equestrian Games
Driving a horsebox with under-inflated tyres can be a huge risk to your precious cargo
A popular polo player is in a coma with serious head injuries after suffering a fall last week, prompting calls for a compulsory safety hat rule
The serious fall of Fiona Bigwood has again forced those in the sport to consider their decision to ride in top hats rather than safety headgear
A serious accident has provoked Show Jumping Ireland to introduce horse-free zones in between practice fences
James Hooker received serious facial injuries when he was kicked in the head after falling in the arena at home in South Wales
It's as hectic as ever after HOYS, with young ponies to bring on, nice horses to hunt and a trip to New York in the offing
The Charlie Safety Halter has been designed to minimise the danger or horses becoming suck and injuring themselves
An alternative to traditional hi-viz clothing, Triviz, has won the Red Dot product design award 2013
World number one Charlotte is one of a small number of top-level dressage riders who choose to wear a safety helmet rather than a traditional top hat
FEI launches a global campaign to promote the use of protective headgear when riding
As Patey, the guardians of elegance, launch their first safety hat and air jackets proliferate on the hunting field, are the days of traditional dress numbered?
