Every time I hear someone saying they got bit, I ask why the mouth was that close to them. I think I read the same stats as Patrick. 80% of ER equestrian accidents were on the ground. I don't own a helmet. I want to protect my whole body. There is a lot more to safety than a helmet.
To wear a helmet is smart, and a great thing. A greater thing is to ride the most well trained, reliable horse you can create. In other words, don't overlook the training level of the horse. Horses ARE dangerous. Ride a GOOD horse!
I know a woman who got bitten in the face by a young stud. He was in training for the track. She was trying to kiss him on his nose. He pulled away, she yanked his head back to her and planted one on his nose and she got her face bitten badly.
Every time I hear someone saying they got bit, I ask why the mouth was that close to them. I think I read the same stats as Patrick. 80% of ER equestrian accidents were on the ground. I don't own a helmet. I want to protect my whole body. There is a lot more to safety than a helmet.
To wear a helmet is smart, and a great thing. A greater thing is to ride the most well trained, reliable horse you can create. In other words, don't overlook the training level of the horse. Horses ARE dangerous. Ride a GOOD horse!
I know a woman who got bitten in the face by a young stud. He was in training for the track. She was trying to kiss him on his nose. He pulled away, she yanked his head back to her and planted one on his nose and she got her face bitten badly.