Adele Denim Breeches

The Adèle breeches are both technical and elegant. The fitted cut and the gusset on the back ensure a perfect fit. Made with very resistant stretch fabric that is both anti-wear and non-slip, the Adèle breeches feel like your second skin. The anti-UV treated and highly breathable elastic fabric guarantees comfort and ventilation. The grip on the inside of the knees enhances stability and adhesion. The compression fabric around the calves gives great support. The inside of the grip belt prevents the shirt from riding up. Details such as the Samshield logo in Swarovski® crystals on the thigh, and the back pockets with Swarovski® Crystal Fabric are signs of femininity and sophistication.

2 available colours: blue jeans, grey jeans

Alex Granato & Carlchen W Have Dream Week at the Palm Beach Masters

(ph. Erin Gilmore Photo)

Alex Granato nabbed two of the biggest victories of his career at the Palm Beach Masters in Wellington, Fl. this week with his long time mount, Carlchen W!

On Friday the duo took top prize in the $71,200 Suncast PBM World Cup Qualifier CSI4*  then again on Sunday they won the feature $208,200 FEI Longines World Cup CSI4*!

Samshield congratulates Alex, who has been partnered with us for 10 years.

Alex chooses to ride in our traditional Shadow Matt Helmet in black.

 

Watch their winning round here:

 

Samshield Riders Reign Supreme at Palm Beach Masters

Samshield riders dominated during the headlining Friday class at the Palm Beach Masters.

Ultimately it was Alex Granato and Carlchen W who took top prize in the $71,200 Suncast PBM World Cup Qualifier CSI4*.

Respectively ambassador Paul O’Shae finished 3rd, Adrienne Sternlicht 5th, and Shane Sweetnam 8th.

 

Watch Alex Granato & Carlchen W winning round below:

 

 

15 Questions with Helen Pollock of Life Equestrian

How did you begin your blog?

I started www.lifeequestrian.net just over 18 months ago in support of my IG account www.instagram.com/life_equestrian 

What is a typical day like for you?

A typical day m-f looks like me getting up around 8am, heading to work at FX Networks.  Throughout the day I am dreaming of riding, so naturally hosting my IG account is an ease and highlight of the day.  When I finish up my corporate job, I head home to walk and feed my dog, Miss Kaiya.  After some stretching and light meditation I cook some dinner and open my laptop to get to work on Instagram and my blog. 

My weekends are my happy place….I get to be at the barn.  Typically I’m up early for a lesson, riding in the arena by 9am.  I have two lessons on Saturday and Sunday and then help ride some other horses so I’m usually out at the barn for about 4-5 hours.  Coming home I take care of Miss Kaiya and focus on more mediation and stretching while opening up my laptop to do some more work. When I have some down time I love to catch up with friends for an early dinner or drinks out on the town.

 

If you could witness any event past, present or future, what would it be: 

Oh, this is a tough question…I would love to have witnessed how Alexander the great tamed his wild horse, Bucephalus, an enormous stallion with a furious demeanor. The horse became his battle companion for most of Alexander’s life.  Talk about the ultimate companion to have and how that could have come together with two fierce and powerful beings.

 

When you have 30 minutes of free-time, how do you pass the time? 

I feel like I never have 30 mins of free time….or maybe that’s because I’m good at filling my time ;-). For 30 mins of free time I would like to force myself to stretch and meditate.  This is the most rewarding practice that helps set my day right.  

 

Have you ever had something happen to you that you thought was bad but it turned out to be for the best? 

Yes, all the time.  I always find that I have to step back and think what the universe is aligning me for versus looking at things with a negative perception.  An example of something that I thought was horrible that turned out for the best was my recent car accident that totaled my car in.  At the end of the day it is only an object and everyone was safe so that’s the number one priority, however this enabled me to look into new car options with better gas mileage so all in all it turned out for the better. 

Best gift you have ever received? 

The best give I have ever received is the gift of confidence from my family and a dear friend who always has my back.  Together they have lifted me when I was so low I didn’t know what to do.  They have guided me to shift my thinking and believe in the power of the universe.  For that I am forever grateful that my greatest gift is the gift of confidence that my family and dear friend Dr. Pernilla Nathan has given me.

 

Last three items on your credit card bill? 

Last three items on my credit card bill are…1. Amazon, because who doesn’t love amazon for everything. 2. Equ Lifestyle Boutique because a girl can never have too much tack and riding clothes.  3. Authority Auto for the support in helping me purchase my new car.

What is your first memory of being really excited? 

My first memory of being really excited was riding when I was riding my first horse Smokey.  I will never forget the moment he turned around and looked at me, almost as if to say, I’ve got you, you’re safe.  This has forever been engrained in my memory and heart and possibly one of the most pivotal reasons to why I love riding and the connection with the horse so much. 

Something nobody knows about you? 

Something nobody knows about me…..hmmm…I tend to think Im an open book, may be too open.  I love to sing in the shower and surprisingly I’m a Rockstar…just nobody knows yet. 

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

In five years I would like to be showing in the GP ring with Life Equestrian taking flight as my main source of funding.  I don’t exactly know what that is going to look like but Im determined to make it happen.

What do you look for when purchasing riding clothes:

I look for three very important things…1. The quality and integrity of the clothing.  I like to buy quality given the price point and the integrity of the product.  2. The Fit of the clothing item.  Fit is super important for me, once I determine if I like the quality I quickly ensure it’s the right fit.  3. Style is the third item.  I place style in third as I have to like the quality and integrity to get behind a particular style, then the fit must be right, then the style and how It can be paired with my closet. 

Favorite thing about riding in Samshield: 

My favorite thing about riding in a Samshield helmet is the safety.  I know I’m in good hands when I click the buckle on my chin strap. The sleek style and design also plays a major role but safety is always top of mind when riding.

Samshield Events January 2019

What: Exceptional Equestrian Samshield Day

When: Friday, January 25th

Time: All day

Where: Excpetional Equestrian Trailers at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival

13500 South Shore Blvd. 

Wellington, FL 33414

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What: Red Field’s Show Tack Samshield & Fabbri Day

When: Friday, January 25th

Time: 12:00-5:00

Where: Red Field’s Show Tack Trailers at HITS Ocala

13710 US-27

Ocala, FL 34482

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What: Gee Gee Equine Samshield Day

When: Saturday, January 26th

Time: 11:00-3:00

Where: Gee Gee Equine Boutique

25660 Crenshaw Blvd, Suite 104-105

Torrance, CA 90505