For Immediate Release: Top Riders Use Ecogold Saddle Pads at Burghley CCI4*
Media Contact: Amber Heintzberger, 828-289-0658, amberwriter@aol.com
England - 29 August, 2011 - Top riders competing at The Land Rover Burghley
Horse Trials CCI4* in England will have something in common: their ECOGOLD
saddle pads. ECOGOLD North American sponsored riders at this year's Burghley
Horse Trials CCI**** include Sinead Halpin, Boyd Martin, Kyle Carter,
Jessica Phoenix and Hawley Bennett. ECOGOLD is also supplying saddle pads to
the Land Rover US Eventing Teams competing at Burghley and Blenheim
(England), Boekelo (the Netherlands) and the Pan-Am Games (Mexico).
"Christmas came early to Gladstone; the boxes kept coming!" said Sara Ike,
Managing Director of Eventing for the USEF. "Our Land Rover Eventing Team
will be using crisp new saddle pads. ECOGOLD went above and beyond."
Ecogold Saddle Pads are also used by Burghley competitors William Fox-Pitt,
Lucinda Fredericks, Hamish Cargill and Dag Albert. "The ECOGOLD Saddle Pads
are fast becoming a competition favourite for me," said William Fox-Pitt,
World and British leading Three-Day Event Rider. "It is imperative that my
horses remain comfortable during their work and the fantastic non-slip,
breathable fabric ensures just that, whilst also looking extremely smart."
The choice of leading three-day event riders, the ECOGOLD Secure Saddle pad
is specially designed to improve the safety, comfort and performance of
horse and rider. This means no slipping and no sliding, even in the worst
conditions!
"In addition to our sponsorship of individual riders, it is a great honour
to supply the US and Canadian Eventing Team's official saddle pads for
international competitions. It proves a great confidence in ECOGOLD
products," said Marketing Director Patricia Da Silva of ECOGOLD.
"We absolutely love riding in the ECOGOLD pads," said Lucinda Fredericks.
"Whilst being cool and breathable for the horse, the non-slip properties
mean they sit brilliantly on the horse and distribute any pressure evenly. I
can't recommend them highly enough!"
The 100% breathable high-density foam in the seat area protects the horse's
back from impact without adding extra bulk while the ergonomic shape and
ultra-thin flaps provide the rider with a more stable position. The
high-tech, 100% breathable materials quickly evaporate moisture away,
keeping the horse cool and dry, even on the hottest days.
About Ecogold
ECOGOLD is a Canadian textile engineering company making innovative saddle
pads and horse boots to improve your horses' safety, comfort and
performance. For more information or to order ECOGOLD saddle pads, please
visit www.ecogold.ca or call 1-866-432-6465.
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Friday, August 26, 2011
Until Our Next Update
I'm on Martha's Vineyard, waiting to hear more from Hawley on Ginny's travels. In the event that we lose power out on the island & I'm offline for a few days, I wanted to put up this post from Eventing Nation & the pics that Hawley sent me via Facebook!!
PHOTO GALLERY
Icarus and Parker landed happily in the land of fish and chips
The travels to England for the North American Burghley horses are nearly over. Kyle Carter's Madison Park and Michael Pollard's Icarus landed safely in England Thursday afternoon. The only remaining horse en route is Hawley Bennett's Gin & Juice. Ginny left the west coast today in good spirits and will land in Amsterdam and then ship to England on Friday.
Ginny weighed in at 468kg for her pre-flight weight
Goodbye from Mom!
A second goodbye from Mom!
PHOTO GALLERY
Burghley Travels
Icarus and Parker landed happily in the land of fish and chips
The travels to England for the North American Burghley horses are nearly over. Kyle Carter's Madison Park and Michael Pollard's Icarus landed safely in England Thursday afternoon. The only remaining horse en route is Hawley Bennett's Gin & Juice. Ginny left the west coast today in good spirits and will land in Amsterdam and then ship to England on Friday.
Ginny weighed in at 468kg for her pre-flight weight
Goodbye from Mom!
A second goodbye from Mom!
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Thanks to Horse Junkies for This One!
Burghley Horses: Ten Fun Facts about Hawley Bennett’s Gin & Juice
August 9, 2011 6:30 pm Posted by Patricia under Burghley Horse Trials
Awwww....Ginny hearts Hawley and vice-versa
A few weeks away from the Burghley Horse Trials, everyone is excited for the competition to start.
At HJU, we’ve decided to lighten things up and feature some of the horses that will be at this prestigious event, not as top level competitors but as horses – with their unique quirks and personalities.
This series also shows that horses at the top level of the sport are loved by their riders (and grooms) not only for what they do, but for who they are.
Our second Burghley “spotlight” horse is Hawley Bennett’s Gin & Juice, her WEG 2010 partner and recent winner of the Rebecca Farm CIC*** .
Thank you Hawley for sharing these with us!
From Hawley:
Horse: Gin & Juice
Barn name: Ginny
Born: 2000
Nationality: American, but very proud to represent Canada
Color: Bay
Sex: Mare
Breed: Thoroughbred
Owner: Hawley Bennett and Linda Paine
Rider: Hawley Bennett
1. Ginny wishes every day were Cross-Country Day!
2. I got the ride on Ginny because of her personality… which could be described as “a crazy mare”. As a spunky 5 year-old, she was competing at the Novice level and the person who rode her, had had enough and just handed me the reins at a show. I hopped on, rode her, we won the class and the rest is history!
3. If I ever have kids, Ginny will have taught me patience. I have been bucked off and hit the dirt more times than I can count, and have to jump-school her in full XC gear.
4. Ginny is extremely talented and athletic. Like a gymnast, she can move her body, turn and twist effortlessly. This is why she is so good cross-country, but bad because she can get me off in a second!!
A tomboy who looks cute in pink....
5. Ginny was bred at Kingsway Farm in Temecula, Ca. by Terry and Linda Paine, where we are still based.
6. During the day, she is the “Queen of the Turnout”, living in a field with 10 other horses that she bosses around. She has always lived outdoors, so I don’t want to change anything in her lifestyle.
7. Ginny decides when she comes in from the field… much to the chagrin of Natalia (her groom) and I!!
8. Ginny is like the Energizer bunny! I have to ride her 4 times before a dressage test… and after cross-country, she still has plenty of fuel in the tank. She doesn’t get tired. The Burghley hilly terrain will suit her perfectly.
9. I would describe her as a little tomboy, who can clean up really well! She loves getting muddy and dirty, but can clean up and run with the best of them.
10. She LOVES life and LOVES her job. She’s a very happy little horse! She has no idea that she’s only 15.3… some days, she thinks she’s King Kong!
Ginny and I are a fantastic combination. Years of sweat, blood and tears are paying off. It has been a long road with plenty of bumps, but I wouldn’t change it for anything. I think this is why Ginny and I have such a strong bond. We can’t wait to get to Burghley – where our goal is to have a quiet dressage test, clean and fast cross-country and finish in the top 5.
If you want to support Hawley and Ginny, or simply are looking for the coolest new equestrian fashion accessory – here’s the Gin & Juice Burghley Hat. It is available in white or navy and if you wear it at Burghley, you’ll be an instant hit and all the Canucks will come up to you and say eh!
To get one (they are $30 + shipping), contact Gamal via email here or by phone/text 951-551-2132.
Gin & Juice Burghley hats (me wants one)
Go Canada!!! Go Hawley!!!!!!
Ok, couldn't resist. I just bought one!!!!
For more information about Hawley and Ginny – visit Hawley Bennett Eventing
Hawley and Ginny, we wish you safe travels to England (they’re leaving on August 26 via Amsterdam and the Chunnel). All Horse Junkies will be cheering you on for a fantastic Burghley finish…and a cross-country ride like this one!
August 9, 2011 6:30 pm Posted by Patricia under Burghley Horse Trials
A few weeks away from the Burghley Horse Trials, everyone is excited for the competition to start.
At HJU, we’ve decided to lighten things up and feature some of the horses that will be at this prestigious event, not as top level competitors but as horses – with their unique quirks and personalities.
This series also shows that horses at the top level of the sport are loved by their riders (and grooms) not only for what they do, but for who they are.
Our second Burghley “spotlight” horse is Hawley Bennett’s Gin & Juice, her WEG 2010 partner and recent winner of the Rebecca Farm CIC*** .
Thank you Hawley for sharing these with us!
From Hawley:
Horse: Gin & Juice
Barn name: Ginny
Born: 2000
Nationality: American, but very proud to represent Canada
Color: Bay
Sex: Mare
Breed: Thoroughbred
Owner: Hawley Bennett and Linda Paine
Rider: Hawley Bennett
1. Ginny wishes every day were Cross-Country Day!
2. I got the ride on Ginny because of her personality… which could be described as “a crazy mare”. As a spunky 5 year-old, she was competing at the Novice level and the person who rode her, had had enough and just handed me the reins at a show. I hopped on, rode her, we won the class and the rest is history!
3. If I ever have kids, Ginny will have taught me patience. I have been bucked off and hit the dirt more times than I can count, and have to jump-school her in full XC gear.
4. Ginny is extremely talented and athletic. Like a gymnast, she can move her body, turn and twist effortlessly. This is why she is so good cross-country, but bad because she can get me off in a second!!
A tomboy who looks cute in pink....
5. Ginny was bred at Kingsway Farm in Temecula, Ca. by Terry and Linda Paine, where we are still based.
6. During the day, she is the “Queen of the Turnout”, living in a field with 10 other horses that she bosses around. She has always lived outdoors, so I don’t want to change anything in her lifestyle.
7. Ginny decides when she comes in from the field… much to the chagrin of Natalia (her groom) and I!!
8. Ginny is like the Energizer bunny! I have to ride her 4 times before a dressage test… and after cross-country, she still has plenty of fuel in the tank. She doesn’t get tired. The Burghley hilly terrain will suit her perfectly.
9. I would describe her as a little tomboy, who can clean up really well! She loves getting muddy and dirty, but can clean up and run with the best of them.
10. She LOVES life and LOVES her job. She’s a very happy little horse! She has no idea that she’s only 15.3… some days, she thinks she’s King Kong!
Ginny and I are a fantastic combination. Years of sweat, blood and tears are paying off. It has been a long road with plenty of bumps, but I wouldn’t change it for anything. I think this is why Ginny and I have such a strong bond. We can’t wait to get to Burghley – where our goal is to have a quiet dressage test, clean and fast cross-country and finish in the top 5.
To get one (they are $30 + shipping), contact Gamal via email here or by phone/text 951-551-2132.
Gin & Juice Burghley hats (me wants one)
Go Canada!!! Go Hawley!!!!!!
Ok, couldn't resist. I just bought one!!!!
For more information about Hawley and Ginny – visit Hawley Bennett Eventing
Hawley and Ginny, we wish you safe travels to England (they’re leaving on August 26 via Amsterdam and the Chunnel). All Horse Junkies will be cheering you on for a fantastic Burghley finish…and a cross-country ride like this one!
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Interview with the Top 3!
Courtesy of Eventing Nation:
Show Jumping Day Video from Rebecca Farm
Check out the video recap HERE of Sunday at Rebecca Farm from Josh Walker and the USEA:
Go eventing.
Go eventing.
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Hawley & Ginny Clinch the Win at Rebecca Farms!
Gamal called me from the airport, sad that he wasn't around for the ribbon ceremony, and to tell me that Hawley & Ginny took home the top honors at the Rebecca Farm CIC3*!!
Enjoy Hawley's maiden mission with the helmet cam. Gamal's going to work on tweaking the positioning, but pretty cool for their first attempt. Hawley is already packing it up for the long haul home & we will have more details after they get home safely!
Go girls...we are so proud of you!!!
Enjoy Hawley's maiden mission with the helmet cam. Gamal's going to work on tweaking the positioning, but pretty cool for their first attempt. Hawley is already packing it up for the long haul home & we will have more details after they get home safely!
Go girls...we are so proud of you!!!
Saturday, July 16, 2011
He May Be "Chunky" But He's the Real Deal!!!
Ottawa, ON, Canada
Compliments of EventingNews.com
Following a successful spring training and competition program, the Canadian Eventing High Performance Committee (CE HPC) have announced the names of the Canadian Eventing Squad for the Pan American Games, October 21 – 23, 2011. Selected according to the qualification thresholds and selection procedure, six rider/horse combinations are named to the initial Squad. The 2011 Pan American Games eventing championship will be held at the Club Hipica and Santa Sophia Country Club in Guadalajara, Mexico.
Named to the Squad (in alphabetical order) are:
| Rider, Hometown | Horse | Owner |
Hawley Bennett-Awad, Langley BC | Five O'Clock Somewhere | Rider , Sue Church & Kimberley Barron |
Rebecca Howard, Salmon Arm, BC | Roquefort | Rider & The Fork Stables |
Micheline Jordan, Ottawa, ON | Irish Diamonds | Rider |
Jordan McDonald | Apple Cider | Amanda & Jorge Bernhard |
Danica Moore, Salmon Arm, BC | Utah B | Rider |
Selena O'Hanlon, Elgin, ON | Foxwood High | John Rumble |
Under the selection criteria—prior to August 31, 2011—additional rider/horse combinations may be named to the Eventing Squad for the 2011 Pan American Games by the EC/CE HPC Selectors. In order to be considered by the Selectors, the rider/horse combination must have achieved a Certificate of Capability for the 2011 Pan American Games and would be evaluated according to the conditions described in the criteria.
The Squad will participate in a training sessions and preparatory competitions throughout the summer leading up to the final training camp, which will take place in October prior to the Games. The final team of up to five rider /horse combinations and alternates will be named in late August.
The team trains under the leadership of David O'Connor, International Technical Advisor. Eventing Chef d'équipe, Graeme Thom; stable manager, Debbie Furnas; team veterinarian, Dr. Christiana Ober; and team farrier , Randy Pawlak, will accompany and provide support to the team throughout the Games.
At the 2011 Pan American Games each eligible nation may compete up to five rider/horse combinations in the team and individual competition with the best three scores to count towards the final team classification. Nations which are unable to field a team may send one or rider/horse combinations to compete in the individual competition.
Provisional Schedule for the Pan American Games Eventing Competition
Friday, October 21 - Dressage
Saturday, October 22 - Cross Country
Sunday, October 23 - Show Jumping/Victory Ceremony—Team and Individual
Saturday, October 22 - Cross Country
Sunday, October 23 - Show Jumping/Victory Ceremony—Team and Individual
Saturday, July 2, 2011
Continue to Help Our Friends at True Prospect Farm!
Please help us continue to raise funds for the whole crew at Boyd's and True Prospect Farm!
Through the hard work & volunteer efforts of many people and many donors, we are launching the 2nd leg of the PRO/SCES online ebay auction!!
This auction features a variety of items including some great lesson packages from Buck Davidson, Ange Bean, Stephie Baer.....as well as several amazing vacation homes, tack, a Point Two Air Jacket, photography, art, etc.
Please continue to spread the word & support the fundraising efforts. Everyone at Windurra USA and True Prospect Farm is so appreciative of the outpouring of support from our riding community!
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