Proper Show Attire and entry costs

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Show Minutiae

Proper Show Attire

Applies to:

any away show
any open show at home (open means that riders from other barns are invited to compete).

Proper show attire varies depending on age, division/level and discipline. Some of the things you wear everyday may be appropriate. All show clothing should be clean, fitted and in good condition. Correct turn-out for both horse and rider is very important and will be taken into account by the judge. There are many tack shops that sell used apparel and tack on consignment as well as closeout items. E-bay and Craig's List are other resource options. Ask at the barn if there are items other riders have outgrown.

The following are basic items you will need to show. Please consult your instructor for details. It is suggested that when you decide to show-purchase items a few at a time as it can be expensive to purchase all at once.

Children 12 and under - lead line, beginner, short stirrup, pony hunters/equition.

Approved Helmet - must be ASTM/SEI certified. Black, velvet or suede type covering. Black or leather harness. Some suggested brands are IRH, Troxel, Charles Owen, GPA. Your tack show can help you get the correct fit. The helmets that are finished only in plastic are not appropriate but you can purchase stretch velvet covers for them.
Paddock Boots - short boots, may be zippered style or lace up (fashion boots from a regular shoe store are not appropriate, a proper riding boot has the correct foot bed and heel for safety). These may be black or brown and can be worn with 1/2 chaps or jods for daily riding. Leather is preferred but many nice looking man-made materials are available. Riding "sneaker" styles are not appropriate for showing. Some suggested brands: Ariat, Grand Prix, Ovation, Dublin, Saxon.
Jods -Tan, beige or khaki. Must be cuffed and worn with straps that go under boots. (Breeches are not appropriate with paddock boots for showing.)
Belt
Garters - (also called knee straps) are worn around leg under the knee to keep jods in place. Brown or black to match your paddock boots.
Shirt - must have choker style collar for girls and an oxford style shirt with tie for boys. Shirts may be solid colors, plaid or stripes to coordinate with your jacket. Chokers may be plain or monogrammed - NO PINS.
Hunt Coat - fitted for riding (regular blazers or suit coats are not appropriate) may be navy, gray, brown, solid, pin-striped, plaid. We suggest going basic.
Gloves - black leather is suggested but there are many other options that give the rider a good grip. No colored gloves in the show ring please.

Adults and Children 13+ - hunter and equitation divisions.

All items the same as above with the following exceptions.

Breeches - tan, beige or khaki. These are made to fit in tall boots.
Field Boots - tall boots, laced at ankles, must be very fitted in the leg, may be zip or pull on. Garters not necessary.
Helmet - same as above, but hair must be worn up, neatly in a hair net matching rider's hair color. Hair net should be tucked under helmet.

Show Costs

Some or all of the following may apply depending on show ratings.

Entry Fee - cost per class - usually between $12 and $25 each depending on show rating.
Office Fees - charged by shows to cover their costs.
Association Fees - NEHC, USEF, MHC, etc - charged by rated shows for points to count towards year end awards in various associations. These are usually only at higher rated shows.
Lease of Horse - per diem fee for "on property" horse rental is $60 and $100 per day for "off property". Fee may be split if you are sharing the horse with other riders.
Trailering Fee - $75 per horse and may include mileage fee depending on location to transport horse to show (may be split if you are sharing horse with other riders).
Braiding - $35 per mane. Braiding is not required at all shows but may be required for certain classes/shows (fee may be split if sharing horse with other riders).
Coaching Fee - per diem and arranged with instructor.
Stall Fee - payable to show for stalls at overnight shows.