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Charles Owen and Pony Racing Join Forces for Another Year
Since 2005 Charles Owen has been an ardent supporter of regulated Pony Racing through the Pony Racing Authority, and the company is delighted once again to be able to sponsor the Charles Owen Pony Racing Series. The 2013 Charles Owen Pony Racing Series got underway on 2nd of April at...
Charles Owen and Pony Racing Join Forces for Another Year
Since 2005 Charles Owen has been an ardent supporter of regulated Pony Racing through the Pony Racing Authority, and the company is delighted once again to be able to sponsor the Charles Owen Pony Racing Series. The 2013 Charles Owen Pony Racing Series got underway on 2nd of April at...
Beezie Madden: Helmet Pioneer
Many riders make the decision to start wearing helmets consistently due to an accident or traumatic experience. It is unfortunate that a positive change for many was born out of a negative experience, but for Beezie Madden the decision was different. Beezie chose to start wearing a helmet because she...
Beezie Madden: Helmet Pioneer
Many riders make the decision to start wearing helmets consistently due to an accident or traumatic experience. It is unfortunate that a positive change for many was born out of a negative experience, but for Beezie Madden the decision was different. Beezie chose to start wearing a helmet because she...
Behind the Badge: From Helmets to Body Protectors
Charles Owen's goal has been "For a Safer World" for over 100 years and that is as true for body protectors as for helmets. Body protectors were first seen in the equestrian world in the 1980s, Charles Owen always waits until standards are written and studies solidified so that the rider...
Behind the Badge: From Helmets to Body Protectors
Charles Owen's goal has been "For a Safer World" for over 100 years and that is as true for body protectors as for helmets. Body protectors were first seen in the equestrian world in the 1980s, Charles Owen always waits until standards are written and studies solidified so that the rider...
Charles Owen Returns to Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event for 2013
For over a decade Charles Owen has been a sponsor of the only CCI4* in the United States, the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, and the company is delighted to be present once again at the renowned Lexington, Kentucky event from April 24-28. “The Rolex Kentucky CCI4* always offers top-notch competition, and...
Charles Owen Returns to Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event for 2013
For over a decade Charles Owen has been a sponsor of the only CCI4* in the United States, the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, and the company is delighted to be present once again at the renowned Lexington, Kentucky event from April 24-28. “The Rolex Kentucky CCI4* always offers top-notch competition, and...
Behind the Badge: Safety Standards and Testing
As a sportsman, we can test ourselves at home, but it is only when we test ourselves at local, national or even international shows or events that we can really know how good we are. It is the same with helmets; the best can be tested anywhere in the world...
Behind the Badge: Safety Standards and Testing
As a sportsman, we can test ourselves at home, but it is only when we test ourselves at local, national or even international shows or events that we can really know how good we are. It is the same with helmets; the best can be tested anywhere in the world...
Charles Owen Announces Sponsorship of the Charles Owen Learning Centre at the Horse Demonstration and Seminar Arena at BETA International
Charles Owen & Co. announces the sponsorship of the Horse Demonstration & Seminar Arena at BETA International 2013, and is pleased to introduce The Charles Owen Learning Centre to showcase live-action product displays and retailer information sessions. “The most successful retailers are those keen to learn about how they can improve...
Charles Owen Announces Sponsorship of the Charles Owen Learning Centre at the Horse Demonstration and Seminar Arena at BETA International
Charles Owen & Co. announces the sponsorship of the Horse Demonstration & Seminar Arena at BETA International 2013, and is pleased to introduce The Charles Owen Learning Centre to showcase live-action product displays and retailer information sessions. “The most successful retailers are those keen to learn about how they can improve...
Charlotte Dujardin: Olympic Gold Medalist and Role Model
Charlotte Dujardin’s story is an equestrian fairytale – her story is what teenage girls daydream about in class, while currying their pony, or mucking stalls. Riding since the age of two, Charlotte got her big break in February of 2007 when she took some lessons with Carl Hester. After a ten...
Allison Springer: A True Eventing Role Model
Robert K. Merton first coined the term ‘role model’ in 1957 and since then countless people have been labeled role models. A role model is generally known as a person who serves as an example and whose behavior is emulated by others. In the equestrian world, riders might be labeled...
Allison Springer: A True Eventing Role Model
Robert K. Merton first coined the term ‘role model’ in 1957 and since then countless people have been labeled role models. A role model is generally known as a person who serves as an example and whose behavior is emulated by others. In the equestrian world, riders might be labeled...
Behind the Badge: Helmet Materials
Helmets have come a long way from when they were being made out of cloth and shellac. Many of those advances are due to the plethora of modern materials. Selecting the right materials to be used in a Charles Owen helmet is an art in itself and is essential in creating the safest helmet possible. The outermost layer of...
Behind the Badge: Helmet Materials
Helmets have come a long way from when they were being made out of cloth and shellac. Many of those advances are due to the plethora of modern materials. Selecting the right materials to be used in a Charles Owen helmet is an art in itself and is essential in creating the safest helmet possible. The outermost layer of...
Behind the Badge: From First Thought to Store Shelf
Before a helmet can even begin to head to the first step of production, Charles Owen has to decide what kind of helmet needs to be made. Charles Owen offers a wide variety of helmets that suits the needs of every equestrian. The designers pay close attention to trends in...
Behind the Badge: From First Thought to Store Shelf
Before a helmet can even begin to head to the first step of production, Charles Owen has to decide what kind of helmet needs to be made. Charles Owen offers a wide variety of helmets that suits the needs of every equestrian. The designers pay close attention to trends in...
Charles Owen to Release Series of Articles: Behind the Charles Owen Badge
Every day before you mount your horse, you strap a helmet on your head. But have you ever really considered how that helmet was manufactured or what steps went into creating that helmet? A helmet is designed to protect your head in the event of a fall, possibly a kick from...
Charles Owen to Release Series of Articles: Behind the Charles Owen Badge
Every day before you mount your horse, you strap a helmet on your head. But have you ever really considered how that helmet was manufactured or what steps went into creating that helmet? A helmet is designed to protect your head in the event of a fall, possibly a kick from...
Charles Owen Celebrates Pony Racing Sponsorship with Pony Racing Finals at the Newmarket Racecourse, October 6, 2012
Thursday, October 4, 2012 The 2012 Charles Owen Pony Racing Series concludes Saturday, October 6, 2012 with the Pony Racing Finals at the Newmarket Racecourse. The Pony Racing Finals is the culmination of the 27 Racecourse Series races that have taken place throughout the year between April and October. Points are accumulated...
Charles Owen Celebrates Pony Racing Sponsorship with Pony Racing Finals at the Newmarket Racecourse, October 6, 2012
Thursday, October 4, 2012 The 2012 Charles Owen Pony Racing Series concludes Saturday, October 6, 2012 with the Pony Racing Finals at the Newmarket Racecourse. The Pony Racing Finals is the culmination of the 27 Racecourse Series races that have taken place throughout the year between April and October. Points are accumulated...
Charles Owen Returns as Sponsor of the Exhibitors’ Hospitality Lounge at the Capital Challenge Horse Show, Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Charles Owen is pleased to announce its return as the 2012 “Exhibitors’ Hospitality Lounge” sponsor at the Capital Challenge Horse Show, presented by The Gochman Family. The Capital Challenge Horse Show (CCHS) attracts over 1,100 horses and riders annually. Held in October just outside Washington, D.C.at the Prince George’s Equestrian Center,...
Charles Owen Returns as Sponsor of the Exhibitors’ Hospitality Lounge at the Capital Challenge Horse Show, Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Charles Owen is pleased to announce its return as the 2012 “Exhibitors’ Hospitality Lounge” sponsor at the Capital Challenge Horse Show, presented by The Gochman Family. The Capital Challenge Horse Show (CCHS) attracts over 1,100 horses and riders annually. Held in October just outside Washington, D.C.at the Prince George’s Equestrian Center,...
Charles Owen Returns to Warrenton Horse Show As Sponsor of the 113th Annual Show
Charles Owen continues its sponsorship of the 113th Warrenton Horse Show, held August 29th through September 2nd, 2012 in Warrenton, Virginia. The Warrenton Horse Show originated in 1899 to create a horse show venue where the exhibition of the best show bloodstock and finest horse athletes of the day would be...
Charles Owen Enjoys Huge Presence at Hickstead with the Charles Owen Shopping Village and International Riders Lounge
Charles Owen continues its 2012 partnership with The All England Jumping Course at Hickstead with the opening of a Trade Stand in the Charles Owen Shopping Village and the launch of the International Riders’ Lounge for the enjoyment of this year’s International riders. Hickstead - the home of British show...
Charles Owen Announces Kick Off of its 2012 Hickstead Sponsorship and Opens the Charles Owen Shopping Village
Charles Owen kicked off its 2012 partnership with The All England Jumping Course at Hickstead by opening the Charles Owen Shopping Village. The Charles Owen Shopping Village was launched during last week’s successful British Jumping Derby Meeting, June 20 – 24 and will continue throughout The Royal International Horse Show,...
Charles Owen Continues Significant Exposure at Upperville Colt and Horse Show
Charles Owen, Inc. will once again be present at the 2012 Upperville Colt & Horse Show in Upperville, Virginia June 4 – 10. With a strong presence on both the hunter and jumper sides of the show grounds, Charles Owen is fast becoming a staple on site and a true...
Rodrigo Pessoa Joins Charles Owen Team Wearing an Ayr8 Helmet
Charles Owen, the leading manufacturer in equestrian helmet safety, proudly welcomes accomplished show jumper rider Rodrigo Pessoa to its family of leading International riders. Rodrigo and Charles Owen both have a rich tradition of equestrian excellence. Son of noted international show jumper, Nelson Pessoa, Rodrigo began competing in 1981 at Hickstead...
Rodrigo Pessoa Joins Charles Owen Team Wearing an Ayr8 Helmet
Charles Owen, the leading manufacturer in equestrian helmet safety, proudly welcomes accomplished show jumper rider Rodrigo Pessoa to its family of leading International riders. Rodrigo and Charles Owen both have a rich tradition of equestrian excellence. Son of noted international show jumper, Nelson Pessoa, Rodrigo began competing in 1981 at Hickstead...
Charles Owen Continues Long Term Partnership with Rolex 3 Day Event in Lexington
Tuesday, April 24, 2012 Charles Owen Inc. will once again be present at the 2012 Rolex Three-Day event in Lexington, Kentucky, April 26 – 29. With over ten years of presence at Rolex Three-Day Events, Charles Owen has become a staple on site and a true fixture on the list of...
Charles Owen Continues Long Term Partnership with Rolex 3 Day Event, Lexington, Kentucky
Tuesday, April 24, 2012 Charles Owen Inc. will once again be present at the 2012 Rolex Three-Day event in Lexington, Kentucky, April 26 – 29. With over ten years of presence at Rolex Three-Day Events, Charles Owen has become a staple on site and a true fixture on the list of...
Safety Comes First … and so does the Charles Owen 4Star Helmet
Friday, April 18, 2012 Continuing its rich history of innovation, Charles Owen is the first manufacturer to develop a helmet worthy of four (4) safety standards certified to perform by four different safety organizations from around the globe. The 4Star leads the competition in its delivery of unparalleled rider safety. The 4Star’s...
Safety Comes First … and so does the Charles Owen 4Star Helmet
Friday, April 18, 2012 Continuing its rich history of innovation, Charles Owen is the first manufacturer to develop a helmet worthy of four (4) safety standards certified to perform by four different safety organizations from around the globe. The 4Star leads the competition in its delivery of unparalleled rider safety. The 4Star’s...
Charles Owen Wraps up Final Week of Winter Equestrian Festival Sponsorship
Monday, April 9, 2012 With the twelfth week of world class competition at The Winter Equestrian Festival, coming to an end, Charles Owen celebrates its circuit long partnership as sponsor of the International Rider Lounge. The Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) circuit ran from January 12 through April 1, 2012. The show attracted...
Charles Owen Announces Continued Sponsorship of the British Eventing Pony Programme
Friday, March 16, 2012 Charles Owen has once again returned as the Official Title Sponsor of the British Eventing Pony Programme. The Pony Programme is comprised of a series of Team Trials, a Championship and the selection of the British Pony Three Day Team which representsGreat Britainin the Pony European Championships. The...
Charles Owen Wraps Up Circuit Long Sponsorship of Horse Shows in the Sun Circuits in Ocala Fla and Thermal Ca
With the approach of Spring, Charles Owen wraps up its circuit-long sponsorship with the Horse Shows in the Sun Winter series at both Ocala, Florida and Thermal, California. The Horse Shows in the Sun (HITS) winter circuits run from early February through mid-March in both locations and provides riders with top...
Charles Owen Wraps Up Circuit Long Sponsorship of Horse Shows in the Sun Circuits in Ocala Fla and Thermal Ca
With the approach of Spring, Charles Owen wraps up its circuit-long sponsorship with the Horse Shows in the Sun Winter series at both Ocala,Florida and Thermal,California. The Horse Shows in the Sun (HITS) winter circuits run from early February through mid-March in both locations and provides riders with top notch competitions...
Charles Owen Announces Winter Equestrian Festival Lunch & Learn with Olympian Anne Kursinski
Friday, March 9, 2012 As part of its circuit-long sponsorship of the Winter Equestrian Festival, Charles Owen is pleased to announce the participation of noted Olympian Anne Kursinski in the weekly “Lunch & Learn,” March 15, 2012. Hosted each Thursday at the Wellington Club, the “Lunch & Learn” session is an opportunity...
Charles Owen Announces Winter Equestrian Festival Lunch & Learn with Olympian Anne Kursinski
Friday, March 9, 2012 As part of its circuit-long sponsorship of the Winter Equestrian Festival, Charles Owen is pleased to announce the participation of noted Olympian Anne Kursinski in the weekly “Lunch & Learn,” March 15, 2012. Hosted each Thursday at the Wellington Club, the “Lunch & Learn” session is an opportunity...
Charlotte Dujardin Sets the Trend in the Charles Owen Leather Look Ayr8
Charles Owen, the leading manufacturer in equestrian helmet safety are delighted to welcome British dressage rider Charlotte Dujardin to their family of leading International riders. Charlotte and Valegro recently produced impressive scores at the World Dressage Masters in Wellington, Florida in January, finishing second overall behind Steffen Peters and Ravel. The...
Charlotte Dujardin Sets the Trend in the Charles Owen Leather Look Ayr8
Charles Owen, the leading manufacturer in equestrian helmet safety are delighted to welcome British dressage rider Charlotte Dujardin to their family of leading International riders. Charlotte and Valegro recently produced impressive scores at the World Dressage Masters in Wellington, Florida in January, finishing second overall behind Steffen Peters and Ravel. The...
Charles Owen Continues as Official Helmet of the USEA
The USEA is proud to announce that longtime sponsor, Charles Owen, will be returning once again to our organization as the Official Helmet of the USEA, title sponsor of the Charles Owen Technical Merit Award, as well as a Convention and American Eventing Championship sponsor. Roy Burek, Managing Director of Charles...
Charles Owen Continues as Official Helmet of the USEA
The USEA is proud to announce that longtime sponsor, Charles Owen, will be returning once again to our organization as the Official Helmet of the USEA, title sponsor of the Charles Owen Technical Merit Award, as well as a Convention and American Eventing Championship sponsor. Roy Burek, Managing Director of Charles...
Charles Owen International Rider Lounge Hits Halfway Mark at the Winter Equestrian Festival
Friday, February 24, 2012 With the start of the seventh week of world class competition at The Winter Equestrian Festival, Charles Owen Inc. marks the halfway point in its circuit long partnership as sponsor of the International Riders Lounge. The Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) circuit is a twelve week long series of...
Helmet Awareness Week at HITS Ocala and Thermal
Charles Owen Announces “Helmet Awareness Week”as part of its Partnership with Horse Shows In The Sun (HITS) and Riders4Helmets. Monday, February 6, 2012 Charles Owen is pleased to announce “Helmet Awareness Week” as part of its partnership with Horse Shows In the Sun (HITS) and Riders4Helmets. “Helmet Awareness Week” will be held...
Charles Owen Continues Tradition of Innovations with Release of Three New Products at American Equestrian Trade Association
Long recognized as the leading innovator in rider safety and protection, Charles Owen continues this tradition with the release of the new SP8 helmet designed to expand on traditional helmet protection by adding crucial elements for skin protection. Recognizing the significant amount of time the average rider spends outside, Charles...
Charles Owen Announces 2012 Partnership With Horse Shows In The Sun (HITS)
Charles Owen, Inc. will partner with HITS in 2012 at three of their impressive horse show circuits: HITS Desert Circuit, January 24 through March 11; HITS Ocala Winter Circuit, January 18 through March 18; and HITS On-The-Hudson, May 23 through August 5. HITS is a nationwide company with world-class hunter/jumper...
Charles Owen Kicked Off the Winter Equestrian Festival with Sponsorships at Two Premier Events
Charles Owen, Inc. launched its highly visible partnership at the Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, Florida last weekend with two additional event sponsorships, the third Riders4Helmets “Helmet Safety Symposium” and the College Preparatory Invitational Horse Show. On Saturday, January 14, Charles Owen was a major sponsor and presented a safety discussion...
Caitriona wins Cian O Connor for a week
Lucky Caitriona Mills from Ashbourne, Co Meath, has won a very special Charles Owen competition which gives her a weeks individual training with International Show Jumper Cian O’Connor! Thousands of entrees were collected, with every premium Charles Owen helmet sold in Ireland, lucky purchasers not only got a great new...
AMHA joins forces with Charles Owen and Smart Pak to increase membership
SIGN UP A FRIEND AND WIN! SHELBURNE, VT—The American Morgan Horse Association's (AMHA) 2012 membership drive is about to start and SmartPak Equine Inc. has joined forces with the helmet company, Charles Owen, to award some special prizes! For those returning AMHA members who give a new AMHA membership to a...
Charles Owen Pony Racing Champions 2011
Young pony racing jockeys Charlotte Greenway and Ned Curtis were named Champions of the 2011 Charles Owen Pony Racing Series last weekend at Aintree Racecourse. The finals were held on Saturday 22 October at Aintree where legendary jockeys AP McCoy and Ruby Walsh joined Charles Owen’s Managing Director Roy Burek to...
There is still time to celebrate our centennial year with your favorite retailer
Join Mary's Tack and Feed in Del Mar, Ca for the final Charles Owen Centennial Celebration on December 23rd, 2011. A special thank you to all of our retailers who celebrated with us this year and helped make our Centennial very special!
Charles Owen Celebrates 100 Year Birthday
World famous for raising the bar in safety, Charles Owen & Company is celebrating its 100 year birthday as a leading British manufacturer of riding helmets and body protectors. When Charles Owen himself founded the company in 1911, his mission was to make products for a safer world. Under the...
Charles Owen centennial celebrations at Royal International Horse Show, Hickstead
The Charles Owen Centennial Celebration continued at the Royal International Horse Show at Hickstead, culminating in a party in the Charles Owen International Riders Lounge on the Saturday evening. Special guests rubbed shoulders with International riders, owners, trainers and press whilst enjoying champagne, canapés and a slice of Charles Owen birthday...
Charles Owen centennial celebrations at Royal International Horse Show, Hickstead
The Charles Owen Centennial Celebration continued at the Royal International Horse Show at Hickstead, culminating in a party in the Charles Owen International Riders Lounge on the Saturday evening. Special guests rubbed shoulders with International riders, owners, trainers and press whilst enjoying champagne, canapés and a slice of Charles Owen birthday...
Charles Owen Celebrates Centenary With Limited Edition Products
To mark their 100 year anniversary, Charles Owen & Company is launching a number of limited edition centenary products that will be available during 2011. The stylish Pro II has been created in the new Charles Owen purple. It comes complete with a limited edition, ventilated silk, which features the Charles...
Charles Owen Launches Own Range Of Hairnets
Charles Owen has introduced a range of lightweight, durable hairnets for the traditional rider that requires a neat and well turned out appearance. Available in three colour options, blonde, brunette and black, Charles Owen hairnets ensure rider comfort by using small discreet knots. Made in Britain, these hairnets are packaged in stylish...
Sophie Beaty Dominates Again At The Charles Owen Pony Trials
The Charles Owen Pony Trials (PT) continued at opposite ends of the country last weekend at Aldon and Lincolnshire Horse Trials. Sophie Beaty, who last week won both Charles Owen Pony Trial sections at Oasby, once again came home with the top honours riding The Little Big Man at the Lincolnshire event. Fourteen...
Charles Owen British Pony Squad bring home team bronze and individual silver
This year’s Eventing Pony European Championships were held over the weekend at Jazkowo in Poland. Team positions were closely fought with less than two points separating the winning teams. This year, team gold went to the French (157.7 penalties) who were followed into silver by the Irish team (157.8). Britain’s Charles...
