Friday Fashion Tip Number 8. Dressing for Cross Country.

   Dressing for cross country is much more about safety and less about presentation.  Rules about colors are way more lenient but safety equipment must be up to date.

  Riding shirt of any color.  Must be long sleeve.  Many people have shirts that display their barn colors.  

Breeches of any color.  (Even though any color shirt and breeches are allowed many people opt to go with the traditional white shirt and tan breeches.)

An ASTM/SEI approved helmet with helmet cover.

Gloves of any color.

Black or brown tall riding boots.

Chest protection vest.  (I already own one of these even though I can't ride Rio yet.)

Medical armband.  This gives paramedics/coroner all your info without having to wait to open your file.

You may also wear spurs and use a riding crop if desired.