Equestrian Apparel

Head injuries are the most common injuries equestrians face. In fact, 25% of injuries sustained by equestrians are head injuries. The MIPS equestrian helmet is considered to be one of the best equestrian helmets on the market. But, what exactly is MIPS and what makes riding helmets with MIPS so safe? The MIPS is short for Multi-Directional Impact Protection System, which is a protective layer built into the hardware of riding helmets. It is a low-friction layer of material between the riding helmet and the head of the rider that allows 10-15 mm of movement in many directions to protect...

Helmets are easily recognizable as a quintessential piece of safety equipment for equestrians. But what about the rest of the body? Many parts of the torso are just as important to protect as the brain. Air vests provide protection to multiple internal organs, as well as the head, neck, and spinal cord. These vests function as an air bag that rapidly inflates in the event of a fall, providing a cushion and spinal stabilization. How do air vests work? Air vests include a lanyard that attaches to the saddle. The length of the lanyard should be adjusted so the rider...

  R.J. Classics is a family owned and operated equestrian apparel company founded in 2002 by a typical show mom of an avid junior rider. Like many people she was looking for riding clothes that fit her daughter, constructed well, and was pocketbook friendly. Coincidentally, her family business and professional background was based in the apparel industry. So armed with a long history in design and tailoring she used her knowledge of the equestrian market to modernize equestrian apparel. The R.J. Classics mission was and remains to be: offer a variety of price points to riders, offer fashionable styling and always produce quality...