Image right : Trail-Treka - the new side loading Trailer from Equi-Trek
NEW for 2021 Trail-Treka Side Loading Trailer
LOOKING for a two horse trailer that has the advantages of side loading ?
The Trail-Treka from Equi-Trek is a forward facing , lightweight horse trailer that can be towed legally and safely by smaller 4x4s and some cars .
The trailer has an aerodynamic fibreglass mould and galvanised steel chassis with independent suspension .
The four fully braked wheels are with low profile tyres and wheel trims , a spare wheel and brace is included .
Two external tie rings are included and there is a step for easy access through the groom ’ s door .
The Trail-Treka comes with a large , lockable , full height groom ’ s door , fully adjustable partition with skirt to the floor , and the full width collapsible padded breast bar incorporates an external release system for emergencies .
The composite high kick boards , strong aluminium plank floor , slip resistant rubber ramp and safety loading doors are just a few of the benefits of a Trail-Treka .
For ventilation there are three opening windows and a dome roof vent . An LED light is included to assist during darker days and there are two horse tie rings and two hay net tie rings .
The low wide ramp provides easier and safer loading as the horse is encouraged to enter a light and spacious area with less feeling of confinement .
The Trail-Treka Excel pack includes the addition of a tack locker for two saddles
and bridles , a front window , storage rack , additional skylight roof vent and partition head divider .
Available for purchase or short and long term hire , please contact Equi-Trek on ( 0114 ) 288 4411 for further information or visit www . equi-trek . com .
Forget the saddle - go bareback with a difference
We ’ re often told to ride without stirrups to improve our balance and suppleness in the saddle , but have you ever considered going bareback ?
Riding without a saddle can help develop your seat , encourage you to lengthen your leg as well as develop core strength and stability . You will form a better sense of balance and improve the connection with the horse underneath you . It is a training method which is known to help improve your independent seat , which in turn will allow you to remain in perfect balance over the horse ’ s centre of gravity .
These are the foundations of good riding , whatever the discipline … BUT bareback riding can be uncomfortable . This is where the Equitex Riding Pad comes in . The perfect solution to going bareback , with a difference ! With this unique riding pad you can feel the horse ’ s movements , improve your own seat and develop your balance for an unforgettable riding experience .
This ingenious Riding Pad is created in two parts which can be disconnected for washing . The top section is filled with memory foam for ultimate posterior comfort , while the underside of the seat is formed with Equitex Tech foam to safeguard and support the horse for non-saddle riding . The unique structure of the pad ensures that the horse has no spinal pressure .
The Riding Pad outer is styled in a luxury , high performance Italian wool with leather fixings to attach your girth . It is extremely easy to care for the Riding Pad , which can be washed in the washing machine at 30 ° C without loosing shape . Colours : Black or Brown RRP £ 349.00 . Visit www . equitex . co
EVERYTHING HORSE MAGAZINE : JULY 2021 • 7