Dressage is a sport for every equestrian and is for every body! July is Plus Size Rider Month on YourDressage. As we share the stories, struggles, and triumphs of plus-size equestrians from across the country, our friends at SmartEquine have graciously stepped forward to sponsor a giveaway. Excitingly, they have increased the prizes available for 2025!
Prizes
The first place (Grand Prize) winner will receive:
Hadley Curvy Fit Grip Breeches by SmartPak – Full Seat
Hadley Sunshield 1/4 Zip Long Sleeve by SmartPak*
SmartPak Luxe Collection Dressage Saddle Pad
SmartPak Luxe Collection Polo Wraps
SmartPak Luxe Collection Ear Bonnet
AND SmartMesh Ultimate Fly Sheet
The second-place winner will receive:
Piper Evolution Breeches by SmartPak – Full Seat**
Piper SmartCore™ Long Sleeve ¼ Zip Sun Shirt*
SmartTherapy® ThermoBalance® Ceramic Quick Wraps
The third-place winner will receive:
Piper Evolution Breeches by SmartPak – Full Seat**
Piper SmartCore™ Long Sleeve ¼ Zip Sun Shirt*
SmartTherapy® ThermoBalance® Ceramic Polo Wraps-Pair
*These tops come in short sleeve and sleeveless, which the winners could swap out for if they desire
**These breeches come in (limited colors) in mid-rise and high-rise, which the winners could swap out for if they desire
How To Enter
To enter for the Grand Prize drawing, submit a story about your experience as a Plus Size Rider to USDF for possible publication on YourDressage. Reach out to yourdressage@gmail.com for details on submitting your story. If your article is chosen for publication, you will be entered to win the Grand Prize Drawing!
To enter for the second and third place prizes, simply comment on or share any of the social media posts on the official USDF Facebook or Instagram pages promoting plus-size riders’ stories.
One comment will equal 1 entry, and one share will equal 3 entries into the giveaway.
Prize Drawing
Winners will be drawn on September 30. Follow USDF on social media for updates and the official winners’ announcement!
Note: Beginning August 30, we will no longer accept contest entries for submitted stories (however, if you’d like to share your story, we would love to consider it for publication in the future!)
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