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  • Armet Bag Flex On

    Armet Bag Flex On

    49,96 €
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  • Helmet bag

    Helmet bag

    49,96 €
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  • Kaida helmet

    Kaida helmet

    From 159,95 €
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  • BR Omega microfibre helmet

    BR Omega microfibre helmet

    129,95 €
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  • Illusion helmet

    Illusion helmet

    From 119,95 €
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  • Alarion diamond helmet

    Alarion diamond helmet

    From 169,96 €
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  • Casque GPA Easy Evo Hybride

    From 429,90 €
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  • Ladyshield diamond helmet

    Ladyshield diamond helmet

    From 129,95 €
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  • Wien helmet

    Wien helmet

    From 99,95 €
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  • Graz helmet

    Graz helmet

    From 99,95 €
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  • GPA Global collection foam liner

    GPA Global collection foam liner

    From 54,90 €
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  • GPA 4s speed air hybride helmet

    GPA 4s speed air hybride helmet

    From 549,00 €
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  • Harcour Harka helmet

    From 374,98 €
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  • HKM lize helmet

    From 129,95 €
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  • HKM lady shield helmet

    From 109,96 €
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  • Kask dogma chrome helmet

    From 549,00 €
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  • Kask dogma pure shine helmet

    Kask dogma pure shine helmet

    From 549,00 €
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  • Kask star lady pure shine helmet

    From 599,00 €
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Riding hat or helmet: what is the difference?

None, these days. The term “riding hat” used to refer to the round, velvet-covered cap, which offered little protection. Both terms now refer to the same equipment: a shell, padding that absorbs impact and a harness that holds it all in place. “Helmet” has become the word used in the rulebooks, “riding hat” the one used in conversation at the yard.

Taking measurements and checking the fit

Measure your head circumference with a soft tape measure, a finger's width above your eyebrows and ears, at the widest point. Sizes are given in centimetres. A well-fitting hat does not move when you shake your head with the harness undone, and covers your forehead without coming down over your eyebrows.

Some shells suit round heads, others oval heads, which is why it is worth trying several. Models with a dial, like the Kaida, can be finely adjusted at the back.

Children's riding hats

For a child, weight matters: a light hat puts less strain on the neck during an hour-long session. A dial adjustment lets you adjust the fit from one season to the next, with or without a beanie in winter.

Peak, ventilation, finish

The peak protects from the sun and from branches when riding out; KEP helmets come with a small peak or a polo peak. For summer, ventilated shells such as the GPA Speed Air range let air circulate. For competitions, the gloss or chrome finish of the Kask Dogma and Star Lady makes an impression.

When should I replace my hat?

After a fall involving a blow to the head, even with no visible crack: the padding has been crushed and will no longer absorb impact in the same way. Manufacturers also advise replacing an ageing hat whose foam and harness have slackened.

In competition, the Fédération française d'équitation requires a helmet that meets the standards, with the harness fastened. To complete your protection, consider a body protector, compulsory for cross-country. And store your hat in a bag, away from the heat of a car parked in the sun.

Frequently asked questions about riding hats

Which standard must a riding hat meet?

In Europe, the reference standard is EN 1384, revised in 2023, and the hat must carry the CE marking. For competition, the federation rules list the accepted standards.

How can I tell if the hat is the right size?

With the harness undone, tilt your head forward and shake it gently: the hat should neither slip nor tip. Nor should it leave a red mark on your forehead after a few minutes.

Is a second-hand hat a good idea?

It is best avoided, as there is no way of knowing whether it has already taken a blow. A hat that has protected a head in a fall has done its job: it must be replaced.

Which riding hat for a child?

A light, adjustable, well-ventilated model, in their current size and not the size up: a hat that is too big gives poor protection. Come and try it on in the shop with the child.

How do I care for my hat?

Remove the inner foam where possible and hand wash it. Clean the shell with lukewarm water, without solvents. Do not leave it on the rear parcel shelf of a car, as heat damages the padding.