What is a Equestrian stock pin?

Stock pins have been used on stocks worn by horse riders for hundreds of years. Stocks and stock pins were originally worn when hunting as a safety measure. The stock pin fastens the stock in place when a traditional stock is being worn or as an embellishment to a ready tied stock.

How long is a stock tie?

Our standard 4 Fold Stock Ties are a minimum of 71-72 inches long and we have some long length 4 Fold Stock Ties that are 76, 78, and 80 inches long.

What is the purpose of a stock tie?

Traditionally, the stock tie is used in the hunt field as a safety measure: in case of injury, the tie may be used as a temporary bandage for a horse’s leg or a sling for a rider’s arm. It also is useful in keeping rain or wind out of the rider’s collar. Stock ties often are worn by riders along with a shadbelly.

What do you wear to a dressage show?

Most riders you see competing will be wearing a show jacket. This is a plain fitted blazer, typically black or navy. Most dark neutral colors are permitted; avoid any patterns or bright colors. Tweed (hacking) jackets are also an acceptable choice for dressage.

Is Dover Saddlery a public company?

Dover Saddlery trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol “DOVR.”

What is the difference between cravat and stock?

A cravat was a generally long piece of cloth that wound around the neck and tied in front. Stocks were fastened in back by a hook or knot. The stock in front had what to the modern eye looks something like a pre-tied bowtie. It was the necktie which finally replaced the cravat in the late 19th Century.

Do men wear Stock ties?

Women need a stock tie or choker, while men need a tie. For ladies who are in Training and First Levels, you can just wear regular stock ties but for upper levels, you should have ruffled stock ties. All competitors should wear riding breeches that are either white or light beige.