United States Eventing Association

The United States Eventing Association (USEA) is delighted to announce the return of FLAIR Nasal Strips as a Bronze Level Sponsor for the 2015 Nutrena USEA American Eventing Championships presented by VTO Saddlery (AEC). Flair has been a very loyal sponsor to the AEC, and the USEA appreciates their dedication.

FLAIR Strips plays an important part in the sport of Eventing. Horses competing, especially at the upper levels, are exerting mass amounts of energy running across the country or on a show jumping course. With their fragile nasal passages and the inability to breathe through their mouth, an aid needed to be created. FLAIR’s website states that since this seed was planted in 1990, they have grown to be a successful business and have been awarded over 15 U.S. and international patents. They have found through clinical studies that FLAIR Nasal Strips have reduced upper airway resistance in horses during exercise, and through that reduction FLAIR Strips optimize horse’s performance. These horses are able to “stay healthier by protecting their lungs, reducing bleeding, reducing fatigue and recovering more quickly after exercise.”

“FLAIR Nasal Strips are commonly seen on the top equine athletes in our sport. Eventers use them because they know that they work,” stated USEA COO Rob Burk. “The USEA genuinely appreciates the continued support of FLAIR, and we look forward to seeing more Champions wearing FLAIR Nasal Strips at the American Eventing Championships.”

"FLAIR LLC is pleased to continue its support of the American Eventing Championships for 2015. Like the United States Eventing Association, Flair is committed to support the health and well-being of all the equine athletes who participate in USEA programs, and the American Eventing Championships,” stated Jim Chiapetta DVM JD, President of FLAIR LLC.

About FLAIR Nasal Strips

FLAIR Strips provide drug-free support and protection to the respiratory system of hard-working equine athletes. FLAIR Strips have been clinically proven to: reduce airway resistance, reduce lung stress and bleeding, reduce fatigue, and shorten post-exercise recovery time. For more information about FLAIR Strips, please visit http://www.flairstrips.com.

About the Science behind FLAIR Strips: Eight clinical studies have been conducted on FLAIR Strips at leading equine research centers in the United States. Abstracts of clinical studies are available at http://www.flairstrips.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/Attachment-A-Study-Abstracts.pdf.

About the United States Eventing Association

The USEA is a non-profit 501 C (3), educational organization committed to providing eventing enthusiasts with a competitive level suited to their individual skills. By assisting and educating competitors, event organizers and officials; maintaining responsible safety standards; and registering qualified competitions and clinics, the USEA offers a strong and continuous training opportunity for an ever-expanding field of world-class competitors. Just as importantly, the USEA provides a means for all riders, regardless of age or ability, to experience the thrill of eventing. To learn more about the USEA, visit www.useventing.com.