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A new design for 2024.Crafted with a smart, weather-proof material and backed by scientific testing, the Stellar All-Weather Safety Headcollar is ideal for daily use, competitions, and as a field-safe option.
A new design for 2024.Crafted with a smart, weather-proof material and backed by scientific testing, the Stellar All-Weather Safety Headcollar is ideal for daily use, competitions, and as a field-safe option.
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Equilibrium New Stellar Headcollar - Navy

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You have two options when returning items to us:

Option 1: DPD Returns Portal (Mainland UK Only)

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  • Our DPD Returns Portal provides a pre-set returns label costing £4.99 - this is deducted off your refund when the item is returned to us.

  • This service is only available for customers in Mainland UK

  • Simply package your item up safely and securely, include a note inside the parcel with your contact details and follow the instructions on the portal to generate your label and drop the parcel at a DPD location
  • Please keep hold of your tracking number until your return has been processed in case of any issues with delivery

Option 2: Use Your Own Courier

  • You may return items using any courier or postal service of your choice

  • Return costs are the responsibility of the customer & we strongly recommend using a tracked and insured service

  • Please keep hold of your proof of postage and tracking number, as we cannot be responsible for parcels lost in transit

All returns should be sent to:
Returns Department
Hope Valley Saddlery
Rockhead House
Staden Lane
Buxton
SK17 9RZ


Important: What to Include Inside Your Parcel

It is essential that you include a clear covering note inside your return. Please include all of the following information:

  • Your original order number

  • Your full name

  • A contact phone number

  • Whether you would like a refund or an exchange

  • If requesting an exchange, please clearly state the item, size, or colour required

Returns without this information may be delayed.


Returns Policy

  • Items must be returned within 3 months of receipt

  • Items must be unused, unsoiled, undamaged, and in a resaleable condition

  • All original tags must still be attached

  • Items must be returned in the original product packaging

  • Please do not attach postal labels directly to product packaging (e.g. footwear boxes, rug bags)

Failure to meet these conditions may result in a deduction from your refund.

Refunds within the statutory period are made in line with the Consumer Contracts Regulations.

Return costs are the responsibility of the buyer.


Exchanges

  • Exchanges are subject to stock availability — please check the website for up-to-date stock levels

  • A standard delivery charge of £4.99 is required to send replacement items, once your return is back with us we will contact you via email with instructions on how to make the payment

  • Exchange orders stay open for 7 days for the postage to be paid, at which point they are closed and the returned item is refunded.

Please email returns@hopevalleysaddlery.co.uk if you have any queries regarding exchange postage costs.


Incorrect or Faulty Items

If you believe you have received an incorrect, faulty, or missing item, please contact us via email on returns@hopevalleysaddlery.co.uk before returning anything:

  • Incorrect or missing items must be reported within 3 days of delivery - Please do not return faulty or incorrect items without contacting us first

  • We will advise you on the next steps before any return is made

  • Items usually need to be returned for inspection and verification before a refund or replacement can be issued

  • In many cases, we can provide a FREEPOST label, although this is not guaranteed

Please note:

  • Replacements or refunds cannot be issued until the fault has been verified

  • In some cases, the supplier or manufacturer must assess the item, which may take additional time



Other Important Information

  • Refunds are always issued to the original payment method to minimise fraud

  • Refunds may take up to 10working days to appear in your account once processed

  • If returning items from outside the EU:

    • Clearly write “RETURNING TO SELLER” on the front of the parcel

    • List the contents of the return

    • Use a tracked and insured service to help avoid customs delays

Please monitor your return tracking. If it has been more than 7 working days since delivery and you haven’t heard from us, contact our team and we’ll be happy to help.


Klarna Orders

Due to Klarna’s terms and conditions:

  • Orders purchased using Klarna cannot be exchanged

  • These orders can only be returned for a refund, which will be processed back to Klarna for them to update your account

Equilibrium New Stellar Headcollar - Navy

Season:SS24

Brand:Equilibrium

Code:EQB16NAVY

A new and improved design for 2024. Crafted with a smart, weather-proof material and backed by scientific testing, the Stellar All-Weather Safety Headcollar is ideal for daily use, competitions, and as a field-safe option.

Key Features of the Stellar Headcollar:

  • Reusable and replaceable safety release system tailored to your horses’ size and weight.
  • Scientifically tested for reliability.
  • User tested for fit and ease of use.
  • Constructed from PVC with high-grade metal fittings for durability and weather resistance.
  • Enhanced comfort with soft leather look padding on the headpiece and nosepiece.
  • Complete the set with the matchingStellar Lead rope.

Inspiration Behind the Design of Stellar:

Driven by a commitment to equine welfare and safety, Equilibrium embarked on a journey to investigate headcollar standards, a piece of equipment used daily by most horse owners. The survey findings were startling, showcasing alarming injury rates. This ignited the start of a commitment to delve deeper into headcollar testing and safety.

At Equilibrium we are dedicated to continuously evaluating and developing our products. After conducting a thorough examination of headcollar safety and incorporating valuable feedback from our dedicated customer-base, an opportunity was highlighted to further elevate the Stellar All-Weather Headcollar design to offer a tailored release system, which is appropriate for the individual horse’s size and weight. The Safety Release System is now located on the right side of the headcollar allowing for easy replacement no longer needing to replace the whole headpiece, but also allowing for easy adjustability.

Headcollar Safety Survey Results:

Equilibrium commissioned Dr David Marlin to conduct a survey. Answered by 5615 horse owners*, the survey aimed to find out their experience with using headcollars. This included how often they used them, what types were used, how they were used and the problems associated with them.
The results were surprising.
• Almost 1 out of 3 people experienced a horse being injured as a result of a headcollar.
• More than 1 in 7 people have been injured in a headcollar related incident.
• There were 167 horse fatalities as a result of a headcollar.

Unsurprisingly the majority of incidents happened tied outside, closely followed by in the field.
These results demonstrated that perhaps, headcollars should be investigated in more depth…
Find the published results here:https://beva.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/eve.13480

Scientific Testing of Headcollars:

To explore headcollar safety further, Equilibrium commissioned Dr. David Marlin to test the release points of different types of headcollars and tying up devices, including baling twine. The results showed a great variation, from some tie up aids releasing as low as 9kg, to some headcollars releasing as high as over 600kg - more than the average horses’ weight.

Find the full research paper here:https://doi.org/10.1177/17543371211039610

Equilibrium conducted more testing to develop this concept further using a tensile machine. Different lengths of straps were tested to measure their maximum load before releasing. This allowed the appropriate strap and release weight to be matched with the ideal horse size, with the average release rates being based on 10-15% of the horse’s or pony’s weight. Therefore, the different headcollar sizes are set to release at an average of:

Small/Pony Headcollar = 45kg.

Medium/Cob Headcollar = 58kg.

Large/Horse Headcollar = 68kg.

Extra Large Headcollar = 83kg.

The release system is tested to release consistently, up to 10 times. Equilibrium recommends that the safety strap is replaced after 10 pulls (or if the Velcro is not adhering well) to ensure efficiency of the strap.

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  • My horse is 15:2 and weighs 510kg, she is a riding horse type: Thoroughbred/Cob/New Forest - I am thinking that the Cob M size would be best fit. Can you advise please.Many thanks,Pam
    Question asked by Pam Reed on 21/11/2024 09:45:41
    Hi Pam,

    I am sorry but I wouldn't be able to advise you, horse head sizes vary massively even within the same weight and height range, we would just reccomend that you go with your normal size.
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