EcoRider Perfect Fit Shaped Headpiece
Sizing & Dimensions +
| Size Group | Poll Measurement (Metric) | Poll Measurement (Imperial) | Cheek Connection |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small (S) | 29 - 32 cm | 11.5" - 12.5" | 5/8" Cheeks |
| Medium (M) | 33 - 35 cm | 13" - 14" | 5/8" Cheeks |
| Large (L) | 36 - 38 cm | 14" - 15" | 5/8" Cheeks |
| X Large (XL) | 39 cm | 15.5" | 5/8" Cheeks |
LEGAL
Regulatory Show-Ring Compliance
Certified compliant with FEI, British Dressage (BD), and British Eventing (BE) competitive rules.
Traditional, elegant show-ring aesthetics with subtle anatomical pressure relief. The EcoRider Perfect Fit Shaped Headpiece is designed specifically for riders who require a classic, tidy appearance in the show ring, but are unwilling to compromise on their horse's comfort.
Hand-crafted from our premium, vegetable-tanned EcoLeather and deeply hand-treated with EcoRider's natural beeswax formula, this headpiece features a subtle, anatomic shape. Rather than resting flat across the poll, it is curved to distribute pressure evenly over a broader surface, preventing localized pinching. As a foundational component of our Perfect Fit Custom Separates range, it allows you to build a truly bespoke bridle tailored precisely to your horse's unique head measurements.
Key Performance Features:
- Subtle Anatomic Shaping: Gently contoured to match the natural curve of the horse's poll, avoiding direct, localized pressure over the sensitive cervical joints.
- Classic Showing Presentation: Offers a traditional, neat, and unbulky profile that sits elegantly under flat browbands, making it favored in showing and dressage.
- Poll Pressure Relief: The wide, contoured center pad disperses the downward force of cheekpieces and noseband straps, encouraging relaxation through the neck and jaw.
- REACH-Compliant EcoLeather: Naturally vegetable-tanned over several weeks to ensure a highly breathable, hypoallergenic, and supple finish that is exceptionally kind to sensitive skin.
- Polished Stainless Steel Hardware: Built to resist corrosion and wear, ensuring long-term security.
Anatomical Configuration
Standard flat headpieces concentrate high pressure directly on the atlanto-occipital joint at the poll, which can lead to resistance, poll stiffness, and jaw tension. The Perfect Fit Shaped Headpiece incorporates a subtle anatomic curve that lifts pressure off the center of the poll, distributing the downward pull of the cheekpieces and noseband straps evenly across a wider, padded surface area to support a softer, more relaxed contact.
Material Integrity & Care
Dynamic Fit Tip
💡 Pro-Tip: When fitting the Shaped Headpiece, verify that the curved, padded section rests centered on the horse's crest. The browband should not pull the headpiece forward or compress the back of the ears.
The EcoLeather Taxonomy
☁️ SuperLux Softy
Crafted from pre-conditioned softy leather cuts, this range offers immediate suppleness. The leather is loose and responsive to the touch right out of the box, completely bypassing the traditional rigid break-in period.
🏆 Classic Heritage
Hand-selected from high-density bridle butt hides, this choice provides exceptional tensile strength. It offers a structured, secure feel under saddle and retains its clean lines over long-term use.
🔬 Ultra Comfort
Our absolute finest hypoallergenic leather, treated with organic balsam deeply heat-pressed into its core. Lined with a completely stitch-free underside to eliminate friction, sweat irritation, and rubbing.
