THE HORSE PILOT GUIDE TO RIDING COAT
RIDING REQUIRES CONSISTENCY, REGULARITY & PRECISION
If it is the same for many sports, ours requires to be practiced totally or partially outdoors, in sometimes extreme conditions. Wind, cold, humidity or even deluge, winter does not do any favors; neither to the riders, nor to the horses.
Since its creation, Horse Pilot has promised to guarantee riders the best possible conditions for practice, whatever the season. To that end, we've surrounded ourselves with textile engineers, hard-core athletes, and determined product developers.
The result is the line of winter jackets and blousons we're offering today. Before you jump into buying a winter jacket for riding, here are some essential explanations about our products.
FACE THE WEATHER WITH HORSE PILOT RIDING JACKETS
Riding in winter has its share of sensations that we, riders and athletes, would like to do without. Getting out of the car and feeling a cold gust of wind blowing in your face, feeling the wind in your sleeves... To be active around horses, to suffer a first sweat after a good grooming, to take off a layer, to try to forget the feeling of your sweat which has turned into a cooling film while you were chatting with the neighbor in the stall, to cover yourself, to get on the horse, to sweat again and not to be comfortable in your riding jacket... Does this experience speak to you?
Horse Pilot offers a complete range of riding jackets and coats for the windy mid-season or for the harshest winters. In terms of ergonomics, each of our pieces are preformed and have self-locking zippers. Pockets are zippered or have magnetic closures. The "last layer" jackets have inside pockets to carry your phone safely.
THE THREE-LAYER PRINCIPLE
To perform well, winter clothing for 3.0 riders must meet simple objectives: keep dry and maintain a comfortable temperature.
And this, at all times of the day of a rider. Adapting a garment to all this is a challenge we want to take up. It must be warm and waterproof, but also allow the body to regulate itself. If it is not possible to stop sweating; avoiding the "Sauna" effect is essential; the dangers come as much from the outside (the weather) as from the inside (your body temperature!). The principle of three layers is a formidable weapon of effectiveness to overcome these constraints.
As a team with the air between them, each has its own distinct role:
The first layer provides breathability. It keeps you dry by absorbing perspiration and then wicking it away to the upper layers.
The second layer provides warmth. It retains the body heat that we release during the effort while evacuating the moisture produced by the rider.
The third layer provides protection and insulation. It protects from rain, even fine, wind, snow, but allows moisture from inside to escape.
THIRD LAYER: PROTECTION
DISCOVER OUR RIDING JACKETS FOR RIDERS LOOKING FOR WARMTH
For riders who ride on cold, windy winter days and are looking for a warm, insulated Horse Pilot riding jacket to create the FAHRENHEIT down jacket.
Insulation distributed according to the body's need for warmth, a fully quilted lining and a longer back make the FAHRENHEIT the best thermal protection on the coldest winter days. Its stand-up collar, ergonomic sleeves and tight waistband are a barrier anywhere a conventional garment would let in unpleasant cold drafts.
OUR RANGE OF RIDING JACKETS FOR WATERPROOF RIDERS
From light rain to heavy showers, Horse Pilot has designed jackets for riders looking for waterproofing above all else. RAINTECH, ELEMENT and LONG RAINTECH are the perfect allies for rainy days.
The RAINTECH jacket is lightweight, water-repellent and windproof, protecting you from rain and wind.
Made from a 2-layer fabric with a 10K/10K* waterproof-breathable membrane, the Raintech jacket protects you from rain and wind. To reinforce the jacket's waterproofing, all seams are thermo-glued, and the material features a durable water-repellent treatment called "DWR C0". The breathability of the membrane and the opening in the back, hidden under a flap, provide the air circulation needed for training.
* The 10K/10K waterproofness index is tested by subjecting the fabric to a pressurized column of water (symbolizing rain), the height of which is measured as the water passes through the fabric. This means that the fabric can remain in the rain/snow for some time before letting the water through and becoming wet. For example, if the column is 10,000 mm when the water passes through the fabric, the fabric is said to be waterproof with an index of 10k.
The ELEMENT jacket is the epitome of Horse Pilot technology: 100% waterproof and breathable at the same time, it's THE benchmark waterproof windbreaker for riding. Add to this the details that make this jacket indispensable: an ergonomic waterproof zip that won't rub the face, gripper tabs that won't trap hair, and the possibility of combining this jacket with the RIDER VEST thanks to an ingenious clip system.
The LONG RAINTECH is a waterproof and windproof long jacket. Its fabric has been specially selected for its water-repellent and windproof properties. Its long length and thermo-glued seams enhance protection against wind and rain. Air vents under the back flap facilitate air circulation during intense training sessions. For ease of use on horseback, a large opening in the back lets you adjust the volume of the jacket so as not to impede the rider's movements on horseback. For added protection, the lower sections of the jacket can be fastened around the thighs with elastic bands.
DISCOVER OUR MOST VERSATILE RIDING JACKET
You run all day at the stables and you need a practical riding jacket, able to bring you warmth and protection. Horse Pilot answers this need for versatility with the ESSENTIAL jacket, capable of following you throughout your day at the stables.
The ESSENTIAL riding jacket meets all the requirements of the rider: protection against wind, rain and cold. Its waterproof and windproof membrane remains stretchy and light to offer the freedom of movement that riders need. Everything has been thought of: a hood that can be fastened to avoid embarrassing the rider, ventilation zips at the back and under the armpits to evacuate perspiration and a collar that goes up high to protect from the cold.
SECOND LAYER: HEAT AND INSULATION
RIDING JACKET TO GAIN IN INSULATION
The primary function of the second layer is to retain body heat while evacuating perspiration. For this purpose, Horse Pilot has created two riding jackets: the STORM and the PAMPA.
Hybrid and thermo-regulating the STORM jacket consists of two materials. A padding on the chest to maintain body temperature and a more stretchy, breathable material on the sides and arms to wick away perspiration and allow the rider freedom of movement. Perfect under a protective jacket in wet and cold weather, this versatile jacket is lightweight and can also be worn by male and female riders alone over a tee shirt.
The PAMPA jacket is made from soft, stretch fleece for maximum comfort when worn. The material is thick, and its inner face is brushed to create a thermal barrier against the cold. Breathable thanks to our Thermoregulation technology, the fabric efficiently wicks away moisture to keep the body dry during more intense efforts. For added protection against the rain, the fabric is water-repellent with a durable DWR C0 treatment.
SECOND LAYERS FOR RIDERS WHO WANT MORE WARMTH
For riders who want extra warmth in addition to insulation, Horse Pilot has created a range of sleeveless down jackets as comfortable as they are ingenious: RIDER VEST and E-KELVIN.
RIDER VEST, our hybrid riding sleeveless down jacket, provides the versatility riders need. Warm and lightweight thanks to its bi-material construction, it adapts to the body movements of both male and female riders as they ride. Thanks to an ingenious snap system, it can be worn on its own or under the ELEMENT riding jacket.
Spending your day at the stables in the cold, are you looking for a jacket that helps keep you warm and doesn't restrict your movements? The E-KELVIN sleeveless down jacket is for you! This innovative down jacket features I-Warm heating technology: with 3 levels of warmth, it will keep you warm all day long. This women's and men's sleeveless riding down jacket offers innovative, intelligent protection against the cold.
FIRST LAYER: BREATHING
As a reminder, the first layer should keep the rider dry with a garment that absorbs sweat and then wicks it away to the upper layers. This is when riding jackets will be able to do their job.
So Horse Pilot has designed a series of first layers that can be worn alone or under jackets in cold weather. This is the case with OPTIMAX , which not only helps wick moisture, but also improves the rider's body support on horseback. In a short sleeve style, ATLAS, our innovative polo shirt is designed in a stretchy, highly breathable material. Finally, TEAM SHIRT a comfortable and simple t-shirt will slip discreetly under any of your riding outfits.
