ProChaps, a revolutionary new line of half and full chaps, is proud to partner with the United States Eventing Association to be a product sponsor of the SmartPak Equine USEA Training Three-Day Event. The Training Three-Day Event has continued to gain momentum and support from USEA members and has expanded to include 12 events around the country.
"The Training Three-Day Event is a wonderful educational opportunity for riders. We are proud to award the first, second, and third place winners at each event for their hard work throughout the season with a pair of customized ProChaps Half Chaps," explains Rachael Hansen of World Equestrian Brands, the US distributor of ProChaps.
ProChaps half and full chaps are designed with technical engineering and fabrics to solve the issues riders face with the average chap. Advanced zipper technology, reinforced under boot straps, and a unique no-slip materials make ProChaps the most durable chap on the market.
Phillip Dutton, decorated Olympic US Eventing Team Member says of ProChaps, "ProChaps look great, are comfortable, and are twice as durable as other chaps….they are truly the best chaps on the market!"
For more information on ProChaps, please contact World Equestrian Brands at (888)637-8463 or visit www.worldequestrianbrands.com to learn about other brands including Amerigo Saddles and Strap Goods, Vega Saddles, Vespucci Bridles, EA Mattes Sheepskin Pads, Equilibrium Leg Protection, Classic Equine Products, MV PoP Studs, Teque-Style Show Shirts, and Cashel Products.
Did you know that the USEA Foundation awards over 150 grants each year to deserving individuals who are involved in the sport of eventing? With grants that assist riders with accomplishing their competition goals, grants geared toward licensed officials, grants that are specific to continuing education for coaches, grants that assist competitions with obtaining frangible technology, and so much more, there really is a grant opportunity available to almost anyone!
With the start of the New Year just days away, now is the time to consider how your actions can have a positive impact on the sport of eventing in 2025. Each and every member of the eventing community has an important role to play in ensuring the sport continues to grow and thrive. From fostering educational opportunities to supporting grassroots initiatives and participating at all levels of the sport, there are so many ways to get involved.
Ride iQ’s popular “Ask An Expert” series features professional advice and tips from all areas of the horse industry. One of the most-downloaded episodes is an expert session with Peter Gray, an accomplished dressage judge and Olympic eventer. He has recently judged at events like the five-star at the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event, and he served on the ground jury at the 2022 FEI World Eventing Championships in Pratoni, Italy. His background as a competitor in the Olympic Games riding for Bermuda and as a coach and selector for the Canadian eventing team adds depth to his understanding of the sport.
With a total of 382 volunteer hours in 2024, Catherine “Cathy” Hale not only topped the USEA Area III VIP Volunteer leaderboard, but she also ranked fourth out of all eventing volunteers across the country. Hale (The Villages, Florida) has worked as a travel agent for over 30 years, a career that suits her love of travel nicely. At the time of being interviewed for this article, Hale was passing the equator on a cruise to Tahiti, New Zealand, and Australia.