John Long, CEO United States Equestrian Federation put it well when he said that increasing helmet wearing among riders is both a push and a pull. “The changes that stick, and that mean something come from a push and pull. What makes it work is that individually we change our own behaviors because there’s a reason for us to buy in to the change.” In addition to increasing regulations over time, we have to continue to find ways in style, fashion, and through the athletes to make this happen.
See below for John’s video presentation from the 2nd Riders4Helmets Helmet Safety Symposium and please always wear a helmet when you ride. (Read an overview report of the helmet safety symposium by Jackie Baker at this link).
Photo Copyright: Riders4Helmets. John Long, CEO USEF & Craig Ferrell M.D US Equestrian Team Physician and Chair FEI Medical Council
John Long
