USG FlexiVest
Thursday, March 20 2014
KL Select’s mandate is to feature ‘only the best’, and in line with that philosophy, they now offer the Flexi Protective Vest, nicknamed the “bodyguard”, one of the newest developments from USG (United Sportsproducts Germany). Dorothea Carters, Managing Partner at KL Select, remarked that when researching body protectors, “We were appalled that many of the safety vests on the market today are not ASTM approved or tested, and to avoid that costly testing are marketed as ‘vests’ – which is misleading to the American rider”.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Off Centerline
Thursday, March 13 2014
The Dressage Foundation (TDF) has announced the officers and members of the Board of Directors who will serve in 2014. In addition to returning board members, TDF extends a special welcome to new board members Lendon Gray and Carol Lavell.… [Read more]
- Published in 04-2014, Off Centerline
“Going, Going, Gone!” Sport Horse & Pony Auctions: Live & Online
Monday, March 10 2014
By Lauren R. Giannini
How do you know where to shop when you’re looking to buy a show horse or pony? Two family-run auction companies approach this question from similar yet different perspectives and locations: Flashpoint Bloodstock LLC and SVS … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Spotlight
For Artist Louise Mellon Dogs Rock!
Friday, February 28 2014
Wellington, FL – February 25, 2014 - Known for her equestrian art often seen on the covers of equine publications, Louise Mellon also has a fun gallery of canine works. Brightly colored and whimsical, a Mellon painting is full of energy, happiness and humor and captures the joyful quirks of that unique dog. Louise Mellon has dog friends of her own, occasionally featured in her pieces
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
Silvia Rizzo and Sal Win Grand Prix While Strengthening Partnership
Friday, February 07 2014
Wellington, FL- February 6, 2014 – Italy’s Silvia Rizzo and her new horse, Sal, are steadily solidifying their budding partnership while continuing to compete in Florida this winter show season.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Off Centerline
Friday, February 07 2014
Every May, dressage riders from all over the southeast look forward to the May Day Qualifier, a USDF and USEF recognized show presented by Westwind Events of Archer, Florida. This year, the May 10-11 show is moving to the … [Read more]
- Published in 03-2014, Off Centerline
PSdressage.com Sponsors Cocktail Party at Dressage Canada Florida Fortnight
Friday, January 24 2014
Wellington, FL – January 22, 2014 - More than 75 competitors and presenters celebrated the beginning of the Dressage Canada Florida Fortnight Event with a cocktail party on Monday, Jan. 20. The evening gathering, held at The Wanderers Club in Wellington, FL, was sponsored by PSdressage.com .
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
In Memoriam: Orion (1996 – 2014)
Thursday, January 23 2014
OTTAWA, ON Jan 22, 2014 — Equine Canada regretfully reports that 18-year-old Dutch Warmblood gelding Orion, beloved partner of Canadian dressage rider Pia Fortmuller, passed away on January 19th. Orion and Fortmuller were the sole Canadian dressage athletes competing at the elite level (CDI4* and 5*) in Europe over the last year.
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
Para-Equestrian Ellie Brimmer Prepares for 16th Annual Key West Half Marathon and 5K Run to Raise Money for The Cancer Support Community of Greater…
Sunday, January 19 2014
Wellington, Florida – January 15, 2014- Born three months premature and weighing only 2 pounds Eleanor Brimmer (Ellie) and her twin sister were in a rush to take on the world. From the moment Ellie arrived her family knew she would have multiple obstacles to overcome in her future. At 27 years old Ellie has met those challenges head-on giving other children and adults with Cerebral Palsy a hero to look up to.
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
Jean Kopperud’s Balancing Act
Saturday, January 11 2014
By Lauren R. Giannini
Professional musician, concert clarinetist, avant-garde performer, recording artist, chamber musician and college professor are some of the “hats” worn by Jean Kopperud in her unusual and eventful career. She has even played her clarinet while … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature