Rider's pullovers / sweatshirts

Technical Sweats: Polygiene Odour Control and Merino Wool

The Horka Originals and Platinum sweats receive a Polygiene treatment, made from silver chloride, a salt naturally found in water and the soil, which slows down the growth of odour-causing bacteria in the fabric. The garment stays fresh from a morning grooming to a session in the arena, and requires less frequent washing, which helps to preserve it.

The merino wool, chosen by Horse Pilot for its sweat, offers another advantage: its very fine fibres don’t itch, regulate temperature, and naturally limit odours. The hooded sweats, like those from Equestro or the Kingsland Ashley, are easy to put on for grooming and travel; in the saddle, care is taken to ensure the hood lies flat on the back.

V-Neck, Round Neck or Half-Zip Sweaters: Which Neckline

The V-neck sweater, like the Cavallo Briny, shows off the collar of a polo or shirt and can be worn without disturbing a tightly pulled-up bun. The round neck, like the Equestro sweater or the Le Sabotier Cyprien, offers better coverage for the neck in dry weather and can be worn alone over a technical t-shirt. The half-zip, like the QHP Teddie, plays on both fronts: closed at the walk, open as soon as trotting warms you up.

In the saddle, a fitted sweater that’s long enough at the back won't ride up when the rider leans forward or takes a balanced position, and won’t crease under a protective vest. The Ariat Novato sweater completes this choice for chilly mornings.

Fleeces and Zip-Up Sweats: The Mid-Layer

The fleece, knitted from polyester fibres, remains warm even when wet and dries in a few hours: it’s the ideal layer between a t-shirt and a waterproof jacket. The Montar MoEva, with a full zip, opens wide when you’re warm, while the round neck fleece from Equestro is worn like a sweater. The zip-up sweats, like the HV Polo Joan with a hood or the Le Sabotier Lucette, technical, offer the same versatility with a softer feel.

The downside is that fleece attracts horse hair: a slightly damp rubber glove or an adhesive brush can remove it before leaving the stable, and washing inside out limits their accumulation.

The Rider's Outfit

The outfit is completed with t-shirts and polos, jackets and vests, competition wear, trousers, helmets, underwear, all gathered on the rider page.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do you care for a merino garment without felting it?

In cold or lukewarm water, on a wool programme or by hand, using a special wool detergent without enzymes. Lay it flat on a towel to dry, away from a radiator, to avoid felting, shrinking or distorting.

Can you wear a thick sweater under a competition jacket?

It’s better to wear a fine sweater or a close-fitting base layer that doesn’t crease under the jacket and allows freedom of movement in the arms. A thick sweat makes the shoulders bulge and can restrict movement in the armholes, which hinders hand movement on the reins.

Does the odour control treatment withstand washing?

According to its manufacturer, the Polygiene treatment is fixed in the fibre and designed to last for the life of the garment. It mainly allows for less frequent washing: simply airing is often enough between two days at the stable.

What size sweat should you choose for riding?

Take your usual size, checking the length of the back and sleeves: the sweat shouldn’t ride up when you reach your arms forward. If it’s too loose, it floats at the trot and hides the rider’s position from the instructor's view.

Are specific materials needed for working at the stable?

For the stable and grooming, opt for tightly woven fabrics that are less sensitive to straw and dust, and can be machine washed. Loose, chunky knits catch twigs, and delicate wool doesn’t hold up well to the rubbing of chores.