Kerrits Guide to Sun Protection While Riding Horses

Kerrits Guide to Sun Protection While Riding Horses


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Have more fun in the sun with shirts, tights and accessories that offer full coverage and built-in UPF protection.

Tips for sun protection for long days at the barn or horse show

  • Choose clothing that provides more coverage, such as shirts with high necks and long sleeves. Wide-brim hats and helmets help shade your eyes and face, and our convertible headband expands into a buff for extra coverage, too!

  • Look for clothing with a UPF rating. UPF stands for Ultraviolet Protection Factor, and a higher UPF means greater protection from harmful rays.
  • Remember to apply a broad spectrum sunscreen to areas that are still exposed, like your hands, neck and face.

  • Take breaks in the shade of trees, in a covered arena or inside the barn, especially from 10 am–4 pm, when the sun is most intense.

Our top Picks for Kids Sun Protective Clothing

Kids Ice Fil® Lite Long Sleeve Riding Shirt

Kids Ice Fil® Lite Long Sleeve Riding Shirt

$49.00

This versatile riding shirt is an ideal choice for kids who spend long hours at the barn. The whisper-light fabric provides UPF+30 sun protection and stretches with every move, while the Ice Fil® in this long-sleeve shirt helps lower skin… read more


Our top Picks for Women's Sun Protective Clothing

Ice Fil® Lite Long Sleeve Riding Shirt

Ice Fil® Lite Long Sleeve Riding Shirt

$59.00

Wear it as a base layer top or on its own, the featherlight fabric provides UPF+30 sun protection and stretches with every move, while the Ice Fil® in this long sleeve shirt keeps riders cool by lowering skin’s surface temp… read more


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