The final sashes have been awarded, the victory laps taken, and trailers unloaded at home following the 2023 Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional Championships. Now, competitors begin to look towards the US Dressage Finals presented by Adequan®. In just two short weeks, the Kentucky Horse Park will be converged upon for the most anticipated event of the competition year. In preparation, we’ve put together a packing list for competitors and their equine dance partners!
For the Rider:
Show clothing:
Show Jacket
Show Shirt
Breeches
Boot Socks
Boots
Stock Tie and Pin
Helmet
Hairnet/ties
Whip
Spurs
Gloves
Non-Riding Clothes:
Pants
Shirts
Sweaters
Underwear
Socks
Outerwear (for all seasons!)
Hat
Shoes/boots
Toiletries
Phone charger
For the Horse:
Tack:
Saddle
Bridle
Saddle Pads (Schooling and Show)
Girth
Polos/Boots
Grain/Supplements
Blankets (Cooler, Stable Blanket)
Extra Halter and Leadrope
Grooming Kit (Curry Comb, Soft and Dandy Brushes, Hoof Pick, Mane and Tail Brush, Show Sheen)
Bathing Supplies (Bucket, Sponge, Shampoo, Sweat Scraper)
Braiding Supplies (if not hiring a professional braider) (Bands/Yarn, Comb, Gel/Wax, Scissors)
Treats
Around The Barn and Other Important Items:
Muck Rake
Broom
Muck Tub/Travel Wheelbarrow
Water Buckets
Double-Ended Snaps/Carabiners/Hanging Hooks
Water for during travel
Feed Tub
Hay Net
Shavings (if not purchasing onsite)
Lungeline
Lunge whip
Tack Cleaning Equipment (Tack Soap, Leather Conditioner, Tack Sponge, Small Bucket)
Buffing rags
Human and Horse First Aid Kits
Coggins and Health Certificates
Camping Chairs
Travel Sewing Kit
Music for Freestyle Competitors
Mounting Block/Step Stool
Wallet/Credit Cards/Checks
Arrived on the grounds and realized you forgot something? Make a trip to the Trade Fair! This year’s vendors feature a variety of items for both horse and rider!
What must-haves do you always make sure you travel with? Let us know!
