r3vobanD experience: Improving trust, compliance and relaxation for horses

When it comes to equestrian performance and horse welfare, small changes can make a big difference. Recently, riders have been testing r3vobanD's pressure relief pads to see how they affect their horses' connection, confidence and physical comfort. Here are their experiences.

Paula's focus: The neck pad

Paula, who works with a horse that suffers from tight atlas muscles, reported how the r3vobanD neck pad made an immediate difference:

"The first time I used the r3vobanD, the difference was so big. I had a much easier connection to the horse's mouth and the contact was more stable. Over time, the tension in my horse's neck lessened and I haven't put it down since."

For Paula, the neck pad not only improved her horse's physical comfort, but also helped to create a better connection that allowed for more effective training and relaxation.

Liz' experiences: Tests with young horses

Liz focused on testing the r3vobanD nose pad with a group of young sport horses aged 4 to 7 years old, all with different challenges:

"Think of horses that press too hard on the bit or those that hold back and avoid contact. The nose pad works particularly well for horses that don't trust the bit and hold back too much. It softens and slows down the impact on the nose, making them trust the bit and the rider more."

After several weeks, Liz noticed significant changes in the young horses:

• The horses began to carry and collect themselves better.
• Confidence in the dentures improved significantly.
• They showed more confidence in the connection with the rider.

"I saw how horses changed within a week, became more collected and carried themselves better."

For Liz, the r3vobanD nose pad proved particularly useful for horses that have difficulty trusting the bit, as it creates a softer, more stable connection.

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Perfect fit and versatility

Paula and Liz were impressed with how seamlessly the r3vobanD pads fitted, even with different snaffles, including dressage snaffles. Despite different equipment designs, the pads delivered consistent results without compromising fit or comfort.

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