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October 1, 2026

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Protect the riders you love with cutting-edge equestrian safety tech—from air vests to MIPS & WG11 certified helmets.

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September 29, 2026

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[Safety Stirrups Explained: How Breakaway Mechanisms Work](/content/blogs/news/safety-stirrups-explained-how-breakaway-mechanisms-work ""/index.html)

September 17, 2026

— Courtney Ameden

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Not all safety stirrups work the same way. From magnetic release systems to flexible branches and other breakaway designs, different irons use different mechanisms to help release the rider’s foot in a fall. Here’s a closer look at how these safety features work and what to know when choosing a pair.

[LeMieux Autumn/Winter 2026 (FW26) Collection](/content/blogs/news/lemieux-autumn-winter-2026-fw26-collection ""/index.html)

August 25, 2026

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Even if the thermometer hasn't caught the hint yet, autumn is officially right around the corner! To get ahead of the shift, we’re thrilled to introduce the brand-new LeMieux Autumn/Winter 2026 (FW26) Collection.

[Rotational Protection: Why KASK Uses WG11 Instead of MIPS](/content/blogs/news/rotational-protection-wg11 ""/index.html)

July 29, 2026

— Courtney Ameden

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Instead of relying on a third-party add-on MIPS liner, KASK utilizes an integrated design approach verified by the KASK Rotational Impact WG11 Test Protocol.

[Decoding Riding Helmet Certifications: Models, Tech & Safety Standards](/content/blogs/news/decoding-riding-helmet-certifications-models-tech-safety-standards ""/index.html)

July 28, 2026

— Courtney Ameden

A breakdown of top equestrian helmet brands, their featured models, and the specific safety certifications and testing protocols backing them up.

[Virginia Tech Helmet Study is a Tool, Not the Final Word](/content/blogs/news/virginia-tech-helmet-study ""/index.html)

July 23, 2026

— Courtney Ameden

Ratings are a great educational tool, but they aren't the end-all, be-all of helmet safety.

[MIPS Technology Explained](/content/blogs/news/mips-technology-explained ""/index.html)

July 23, 2026

— Courtney Ameden

Multi-directional Impact Protection System, MIPS is one of the most significant safety advancements in helmet technology over the last few decades. Learn what it actually is, and why are equestrian safety organizations and riders paying so much attention to it.

[Helmet Safety 101: The Science of Protecting Your Brain in the Saddle](/content/blogs/news/helmet-safety-101 ""/index.html)

July 23, 2026

— Courtney Ameden

Helmet Safety 101—your complete guide to how riding helmets work, why horseback riding impacts are unique, and the golden rules every equestrian should follow.

[Find Your Perfect Helmet Fit](/content/blogs/news/find-your-perfect-helmet-fit ""/index.html)

July 23, 2026

— Courtney Ameden

Every brand builds differently. Use our master fit guide to find the perfect shell shape, style, and security level for your head shape.

[Award-Winning Safety: Inside the Certifications & Engineering of the LeMieux Verv Helmet](/content/blogs/news/award-winning-safety-lemieux-verv-helmet ""/index.html)

July 21, 2026

— Courtney Ameden

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Equestrian sports demand gear that performs under pressure, and nothing is more critical than rider safety. When LeMieux set out to design the Verv Helmet, the goal was clear: deliver high-level safety engineering without compromising on custom style or all-day comfort.

[The Brand New LeMieux Verv Helmet](/content/blogs/news/the-all-new-lemieux-verv-helmet ""/index.html)

July 21, 2026

— Courtney Ameden

The wait is officially over—the LeMieux Verv Helmet has officially launched today!

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