I Bonnie Mosser and Jenga and Mosser Bonnie Meet our ERS Eventing Ambassadors ERS 4-Star Collection 4 - S T S A R R E Delivers When it Counts Eventing demands boldness, stamina and accuracy. There’s a lot to focus on, and any C O N distraction is a potential wipeout. So it goes without saying that eventers need to have full O L I L E C T confidence in their gear, from what they wear to what they sit in. It needs to be solid, without gimmicks; affordable, without being weak; long-lasting without sacrificing function and style. Finding products that deliver, products that are tough yet still beautiful, that offer solutions HHHH rather than create more questions, and most importantly products that won’t break the bank, is a common challenge for every eventer. ers4star.com ers4star.com We recognize these needs as being as extraordinarily diverse and demanding as eventing is itself, and that’s why we’ve created the 4-Star Collection. We’re particular about what we bring you in this collection - each piece must have a ‘reason for being’ in the eventing world or it gets spun from the HHHH lineup. Our approach towards product design demonstrates a bias for strength, grace, beauty and affordability. The product found within these pages is a cut above the usual pack. It enhances your ride and allows you to focus, to enjoy this amazing sport. It’s product you can count on and afford to invest in; product that will meet and exceed your demands as an eventer. So who exactly are we? English Riding Supply (ERS) is the importer and wholesale distributor of more than 25 of the World’s top brands of English riding products. We’re a young, energetic company born out of an alliance between world-class riders and craftsman. As a business, our values reflect the commitment, elegance and class by which these amazing people live, work and compete. We’re a company with experience. Our team has been developing and bringing to market some of the world’s best brands for decades: Pessoa, Mountain Horse, Ovation, Veredus and Happy Mouth to name a few. The highly skilled craftsman behind these brands cut their teeth on saddle and strap design with the guidance of some of the best horseman in history: Blythe Tait, Rodrigo and Nelson Pessoa, Anky Van Grunsven. The list goes on. And above all, we’re a company that has fun and seriously enjoys what we do. The results of this collaboration are truly amazing, so start flipping pages and have a look for yourself. 2 Competition Photos: Shannon Brinkman Photography Meet our ERS Eventing Ambassadors JOHN WILLIAMS John has been on the cutting edge of eventing for two decades. With Olympic bronze and World Game gold medals, not to mention his FEI ‘I” and USEF “R” course designer status, John’s no slacker. What’s the one thing John’s most proud of? That would be having found all of his horses as young, raw talent, and with the help of only his wife Ellen, establishing them through the top levels of eventing. John studied woodworking and furniture design at the Rochester Institute of Technology, so naturally when he’s not competing or designing courses, John’s favorite thing to do is design and build things. That’s why he meshes with the ERS philosophy so well—he’s our “go to” guy for product critiques, and if there’s a way to tinker with an already good design and make it better, John’s on it! TIANA COUDRAY A go-getter by anyone’s standards, at the young age of 19 Tiana’s on her second competitive career! Bursting onto the eventing scene just a few short years ago, she already has a ’04 NAYRC silver medal, and ’05 and ’07 USEA Young Rider of the Year awards under her belt. But Tiana was a seasoned World competitor prior to her eventing successes, just not in equestrian sports! Up until she was 15, Tiana spent 10 years as a serious Irish Dancer, training and competing internationally with a career high of finishing 8th in the world. But even with all that success so early in life, this young, enthusiastic competitor somehow manages to stay down to earth and keep things in perspective. That same enthusiasm and down to earth attitude is what makes Tiana such an asset to our team. HHHH BONNIE MOSSER ers4star.com Determined, talented, and tough as nails when conditions warrant. That’s how we’d describe Bonnie. A former member of the U.S. Ski Team, she’s been an accomplished competitor her whole adult life. But don’t let all that seriousness fool you! She’s also spunky, and likes to walk on the wild side - just a bit. Her favorite line, “That’s horses...”, sort of sums up her go-with-the- flow attitude. For Bonnie, having fun is critical, just ask the crew that travels with her. Bonnie’s stabling area at shows is usually a pretty laid back place to be, and photo shoots with her are typically a blast - you never know what antics she’ll come up with next! That’s why we love having her as part of our team. Her spirited approach to life and sport fits perfectly with the HHHH energy of our 4-Star Collection. BECKY HOLDER When asked where she gets her courage to face such huge questions on cross country, Becky tells us, “I have tremendous faith in the partnership I’ve developed with my horses, and that trust gives me great courage.” Her dedication to partnerships is a big reason we love working with Becky. Even though she has a grueling schedule between teaching and training, she always finds time to work with our products and give us critical feedback – the good, the really good, the bad and the ugly. Hailing from Minnesota, Becky admits she spends “way too many hours to count” on the road. So what’s the one thing she never leaves home without? That would be Scrappy Doo, her faithful canine companion. “Scrappy is a very important member of the Holder event team,” laughs Becky. “He acts as a great co-pilot on the many long hauls back and forth from Minnesota. I don’t leave home without him!” CORINNE ASHTON Corinne’s feisty spirit and unending energy are essential elements for her hectic lifestyle. How else do you juggle riding, traveling, competing, working full time, being a mom to two kids, and being the 2007 Leading Adult Amateur? Whew - it makes us tired just writing it! One of our newest ambassadors, Corinne’s years of experience and no-nonsense, realistic approach to her riding products is sure to be a bonus for our R&D team. Growing up on the back of a horse in Scotland, Corinne says she can’t remember a time when she didn’t ride, and in 2007 she and her illustrious partner Dobbin established themselves as a duo to be reckoned with. Named by her ‘un-horsey’ husband, in Britain Dobbin is a generic term for an old, slow carthorse. Thankfully he’s not lived up to his name, recently becoming the ‘07 Advanced Eventing Champion and one of the USEA’s top 10 horses of the year! 3 Gear that Means Business O vation Four Star gear embodies all the elements of out-and-out professional Larger, velcro XCH Interchangeable Slightly deeper tack. Craftsmen may know knee roll Gullet System seat for added Change the fit of your saddle how to sew a gorgeous for perfect security in only six steps! bridle or assemble a world positioning class saddle, but the experience gained from years on the course can only come from those who have been there and done it. Therefore, no saddle or bridle design goes to our workrooms without first Four Star Eventing passing the test of Ovation’s XCH Saddle experienced team of event The new X-Change System (XCH) HHHH is invaluable for eventers. It lets you riders. Each step of the way, change the width of your tree in just their guidance keeps six easy steps, for more versatility with ers4star.com ers4star.com your saddle. Comes with velcro knee us focused on providing the roll, rear thigh blocks, and medium best—gear that’s solid, gullet plate. Natural French finish. Lifetime guaranteed tree. functional and durable Oakbark without sacrificing beauty. Medium tree Seat: 161/2”, 17”, 171/2”, 18” HHHH Gear that will rise to the 467066 $1195.00 challenge. And all at a price Also available without XCH. you just can’t beat. So feel Natural French finish. 4 - S T Oakbark confident that when S A R R Regular & Wide trees E you finally make Seat: 161/2”, 17”, 171/2”, 18” 464787 $1095.00 it to your big C O N O goal, your 4-Star L I L E C T gear will be there for you the entire way. Helps prevent skin conditions! Additional Gullet Plates Sizes: Narrow, Medium, Medium/wide, Wide & Extra wide 466892 $24.95 Ovation™ Dri-Lex® Lower surface repels Equalizer Girth moisture away from body. Brown Sizes: 34” - 58” Upper surface pulls moisture 465119 $43.95 through so it evaporates. John on the Four-Star Event Saddle “When the Ovation team asked me to help redesign this saddle, my big demand was that it needed to provide eventers with a really secure seat and superb balance. It had to go from training level to 4-star challenges.