Accidents happen and as an equestrian, we know the risks associated with riding a thousand-pound animal. So how can technology help advance the safety of ride tracking to bring peace of mind to those on the ground as we ride? There is a new horse tech innovation set to launch in September called EquineTrac and The Tech Equestrian had the chance to catch up with founder Tanner Oliphant to learn more.
Read MoreThe Thoroughbred is an iconic breed with its versatile nature and hard-working mindset that it is no surprise it is a fan favorite in the digital world as well. Thanks to Lauren Simmons who is based in North Carolina and has dedicated her focus to this wonderful breed by introducing a community app that is all about the Thoroughbred. The Tech Equestrian is excited to highlight this educational community-based app that is a touching tribute to a breed that knows no bounds.
Read MoreAs horse owners, we are always searching for ways to make horse care easier. There are a lot of trinkets on the market that can help us do just that. Here are the 5 must-have horse gadgets that will come in handy. These goods are sure to make horse ownership easier and more enjoyable.
Read More“Our vision at EquiTrace is to make it easy for the people on the ground to record health information and comply with medication regulations.” stated Jennifer. “We are delighted to be able to work with Merck Animal Health. EquiTrace works with any standard microchip, but we are the only company with software to record temperatures from the new Merck Animal Health Bio-Thermo® microchips. These revolutionary microchips can measure body temperature by simply scanning the horse. With no physical contact, they are much safer for everyone, including the horse. The temperature measured has also been shown to be closer to core body temperature so more accurate than standard rectal temperature measurements. The EquiTrace temperature graphs make it very easy to spot when an animal is becoming unwell.
Read MoreWith influences from the running world and technology advancements from the aeronautics industry – the horse world has advanced into the modern age thanks to a transformative tracking device called Alogo Move Pro. The Tech Equestrian had the opportunity to gain insight from David Deillon, Alogo’s founder & CEO who shared his background, the impetus for the solution and the features and benefits of this performance wearable must-have.
Read MoreBreaking down as a driver used to be scary, but thanks to a smartphone and roadside assistance, plus other apps – help is a touch away. Now, let’s add a horse trailer to that scenario and things start to get more complicated. Not only do you have to get your trailer moving or get a backup trailer to move you, but now you need stabling. Luckily, there is an app for that! The Tech Equestrian had the chance to speak with founder, Laura Baker and Allyssa Baird, co-owner, from HorseBnB on their tried and tested solution of connected equestrians ‘on the go’ from short to long term board and everything in between.
Read MoreGrowing up in Southern California in a horse-riding family was how Catherine Brock was introduced to the horse world. Now, as an amateur equestrian and founder of Prospeqs – a digital journal app – Catherine wants to share how her app is making strides in her training and hopes to encourage other riders to try it and achieve success with their goals.
Read MoreA common theme with many of the horse tech innovators we interview for The Tech Equestrian end up developing something new and different because of frustration – that they couldn’t find something on the market that makes it simple, easy and in real-time. That is exactly what led India Lynn Wilkinson, founder, and creator of the Mane Street Market app to create an exciting new service that offers a simple and reliable way to buy and sell horses online and through the app. We had the chance to catch up with her recently to understand her background, motivation and guiding principle that make for a first-rate user experience and a digital solution you need to consider when shopping for a horse.
By now, it’s no secret that wearable tech is turning the tides on horse riding as we’ve always known it. Professional riders, in particular, have long recognized the benefits of using technology. Now, however, even horse riding schools are starting to see the value of this investment.
After all, horse riding schools that continually face legal and safety restrictions have more incentive than ever to oversee the best possible conditions for their riders. While this still includes traditional elements like properly-kept equipment, all-weather riding thanks to the addition of steel horse riding arenas, and proper training for all staff, wearable tech is providing an entirely new availability and scope. In this post, we consider three ways that horse riding schools most stand to benefit from implementing wearable tech right now.
The fundamentals of riding drive our success. As a beginner rider, we spend countless hours learning the basics so we can advance our skills. This training philosophy is also part of the digital training aid called Equestic – a SaddleClip that supports riders in their journey with their horses to enhance their training through data. The Tech Equestrian had a chance to learn more from US Marketing & Development lead, Francesca Toms in a recent interview.
Read MoreSaturday’s featured class during the final week of the Winter Equestrian Festival was the FEI $500,000 CSI 5* Rolex Grand Prix - a featured event that highlights some of the best horse and rider combinations in the world. This year there was a threat of rain, but luckily mother nature had other plans and the focus was on 40 skilled pairs and the only sound of thunder was from the horses’ hooves gliding over the picturesque derby field.
Read MoreManaging horses is not an easy task and especially with all of the digital demands these days, it can feel overwhelming with keeping the day-to-day schedule in check along with communicating to owners, riders, trainers, grooms and support staff. Thanks to Hippovibe, an innovative horse tech provider, you can manage it all digitally, from anyplace, anywhere.
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