With consumers finding the financial situation increasingly restrictive, retailers are now looking at stocking a more restrained selection of key equestrian clothing rather than the high fashion products from recent years.

If riders are out to shop, it is becoming evident that they are more often than not searching for classic pieces to see them through years of wear. If they wish to follow the fashion, a quick trip to the high street can easily answer their quest for on-trend products to add to their key staples.

Equetech has taken this on board and are delighted to bring you their new Autumn/ Winter 2008/09 collection, which is packed full of products that are leading the way in technical abilities but retain a strong emphasis on style and quality.

The Pro-Collection is full of advanced fabrics and delivers a well rounded range of both competition and leisure riding apparel.

The Dynamic Competition Jacket is made from a soft, stretchy, water and windproof fabric that is also abrasion resistant – just the job for the damp British climate! The fabric also encourages perspiration to evaporate and is machine washable. The contour panels, Equetech embossed buttons and piping to the collar finish off the jacket with a flourish.

Once again Equetech have developed their new products using the most innovative fabrics and the Pro-Seat Breeches are no exception. Their double layer material not only guides moisture to the outside, keeping the skin dry but it helps regulate body heat a must for winter competing! They benefit from a stretch Daewoo suede seat, flat seams and a moulded contour fit making them so comfortable they’ll become your new best friends!

The Legacy Collection sees classical tailoring receive a modern twist. The beautiful Evergreen Jacket is equally at home worn whilst riding or with jeans for a country chic look. Made from pure new wool tweed in soft green with black and chocolate overcheck, the jacket is showerproof and the attention to detailing is exquisite from the pleated back panel to the rich chocolate lining.

Continentally styled Chequers Breeches in a classic box check design have a stretch Daewoo suede seat which gives perfect contact in the saddle. Four way stretch allows for comfort and movement in wear.

The Essentials Collection holds must-have items for any level of rider and includes the new Mens Riding Trousers. Made from the same fabric as the Pro-Seat Breeches, these trousers are at the cutting edge of men’s riding wear. Designed with stretch Daewoo knee patches, jeans style pockets and bootcut leg with adjustable/detachable stirrups to the hem, they will take the wearer from riding or yard to social event seamlessly.

Mens Hunt Breeches are also introduced to the range. Heat regulating, splashproof, moisture wicking, abrasion resistant fabric brings this most traditional item bang up to date but the design nods to days gone by as it features pointed backs and braces buttons on the waistband and split falls.

The ever popular Punky Ponies® Range is updated with the super snugly Fuzzy Fleece and matching Fuzzy Hat. Available in pink or light blue colour options, they would make great Xmas pressies for those of you looking to get organised! The Fuzzy products look fantastic with the new Punky Pony Trio Jodhpurs too. These new pull-on jodhpurs have contrast back panel and knee patches and a third colour for the seat.

If you are looking to protect your young riders, the Junior Innovation Jodhpurs have d30 panels inserted at the back, offering impact protection to the lower back and coccyx region. Equetech is the first and only equestrian clothing manufacturer to be using d30 to offer substantial rider protection in both shirts and breeches. The d30 panel is pliable during wear but at the moment of impact it hardens, spreading the force of the impact across the panel, lessening the likelihood of injury to the rider.

For boys, there are now Boys Casual Breeches, with pleats to the front they are less revealing than other styles around! The slash pockets, self fabric knee patches and excellent 4-way stretch make these breeches great for everyday wear.

Finally the finishing touches to any riding outfit - the accessories. In response to numerous requests, we have introduced the Junior Showing Waistcoat in red with metallic gold stars and the matching Junior Star Tie, just in time for Christmas stocking fillers! Also with the wet and windy British winter in mind, we have introduced Pro Shell Gloves – made from a water repellent, windproof, breathable fabric that has a thermal fleece lining. Their Daewoo suede and rubber grip ensures perfect contact without the bulk.

For further information
on any of the above products or to find out about the other fabulous items in the Equetech collection, please visit www.equetech.com or call us on 01296 688966 for a brochure