{"id":38056,"date":"2023-01-05T12:18:27","date_gmt":"2023-01-05T11:18:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/balotade.com\/sport-blinkers-improve-horse-focus-training-competition\/"},"modified":"2026-09-03T19:24:22","modified_gmt":"2026-09-03T17:24:22","slug":"sport-blinkers-improve-horse-focus-training-competition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/balotade.com\/en\/sport-blinkers-improve-horse-focus-training-competition\/","title":{"rendered":"Sport Blinkers \u2013 How to Improve Your Horse&#8217;s Focus in Training and Competition?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Horses see almost everything around them \u2013 their field of vision is as much as&nbsp;350\u2218. In sport this advantage can be a curse. Movement in the stands, other horses in the warm-up arena or the work of a whip can distract the horse at a key moment of the round. The solution chosen by more and more professionals is&nbsp;<strong>sport blinkers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Why does your horse need eye blinkers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Balotade\u00ae blinkers are not typical, full driving blinkers. They are a precise sporting tool that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Limits distractions:<\/strong> The horse stops &#8220;glancing&#8221; sideways and backwards, focusing its gaze on the obstacle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Makes communication easier:<\/strong> By quieting unnecessary visual stimuli, the animal responds better to subtle signals from the rider.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Increases confidence:<\/strong> Sensitive horses feel safer when they do not see sudden movements behind their hindquarters.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. What sets Balotade\u00ae blinkers apart?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When designing our blinkers, we focused on practicality that you will appreciate in everyday stable use:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>FEI compliance:<\/strong> This is key information for competitors. Our blinkers are approved for use at competitions under the auspices of the International Equestrian Federation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lightning-fast Velcro mounting:<\/strong> You do not have to undo the <a href=\"https:\/\/balotade.com\/en\/what-does-a-bridle-consist-of-anatomy-of-a-horse-bridle\/\">bridle<\/a> or struggle with straps. The Velcro fastening lets you put on or take off the blinkers in a few seconds \u2013 even just before entering the course.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Natural leather:<\/strong> We used high-quality leather that not only looks great but is also durable and comfortable for the horse.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Universal size:<\/strong> The dimensions of 13 cm\u00d73 cm mean the blinkers fit most <a href=\"https:\/\/balotade.com\/en\/sidepull-cross-under-or-hackamore-bitless-bridle-review\/\">bridles<\/a> available on the market.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd25 Check out Balotade\u00ae blinkers (FEI-compliant)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Improve your horse&#8217;s focus with one simple move.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><div class=\"woocommerce columns-1 \"><div 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When is it worth using them?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sport blinkers are not only a solution for competitions. They will work perfectly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>In crowded warm-up arenas:<\/strong> Where there is chaos and it is easy to lose concentration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>When learning new elements:<\/strong> When the horse must be maximally focused on the rider&#8217;s aids.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For &#8220;looking around&#8221; horses:<\/strong> If your horse tends to check what is happening behind its back instead of going forward.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Balotade\u00ae blinkers are a combination of aesthetics and functionality. It is a simple way to make your horse feel more confident, and for you to enjoy more predictable and effective riding. 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