David Hay-Thorburn
David runs the Argyll Trail Riding Centre with his mother Tove Gray-Stevens , in Ardrishaig , Scotland . Brenfield Farm and Estate is the home of Argyll Trail Riding and Castle Riding Centre. Established over 25 years ago by expert horsewoman, Tove Gray-Stephens, Brenfield is one of the leading trail and riding holiday centres in the United Kingdom, and has the deserved reputation for providing the most enjoyable and memorable holidays set in some of the most spectacular scenery in Britain if not the world!.
David who was involved in the development of the design had long since felt there was a need for single design to carry comfortably and effectively the important kit needed in competition .
"...I have worn the earlier prototype for some years now.. Its important to know I.ve got what I need and I know exactly where it is. Accessing essential kit saves valuable seconds which can give you a winning edge !..
The i-Quip soon became a vital piece of equipment , and I have never competed without it. "
Lorna Holden
2009 Scottish Champion
Lorna Holden , current Scottish Level 3 champion hales from the Isle of Mull in Scotland where she rides and trains for Le Trec competitions . A passionate and dedicated rider Lorna has had an amazing achievement in her first season . For Lorna the i-Quip has played an important part in her achievement . For her the design means she carries with her the most important of items at all times "...it stays packed in the front of my car with everything stored in it...so I am ready for any challenge. Once the saddle is on my horse I put on my i-Quip gilet ,
"...its like putting on my seat belt, I feel safe and confident ready for any challenge..."thank you at i-Quip you have made a potentially dangerous sport safer and more glamorous ..."
Rhoda McVey
2009 UK Champion
level 2
Rhoda McVey , currently lives, works and rides in a gorgous area of Glasgow , A freelance riding instructor means a lot of time spent in the saddle including the hours of training for Trec competions . Rhoda adopted the i-Quip two seasons ago appreciating the benefits the features offered her .
'In Trec, your equipment is crucial, and so is ease of access to it. With my i-Quip, I know everything is there, and comes easily to hand."
Jan Oldham & Rachael Wilmot
National league Pairs Champions 2009
2009 was the first season for Jan and Rachael riding as pairs, and yet they managed to notch up an amazing five 1st , a second and a third in their very first year beating no fewer than 64 other competitors at Cirencester and claiming the title of National League champions by the end of the year .
Jan, Marketing manager for her local council is a very keen rider and serious competitor putting in the necessary hours of training with here gorgeous mount Josh to always be sure to make the grade and that they are both fit and ready for the coming season . Rachael, works in the accounts dept of a local business, is equally committed and focused.. with Sherwood Forest on her doorstep she spends countless hours practising the orienteering skills round the trails.
Both Rachael and Jan have adopted the "i-Quip " competitor riding gilet and now never ride without it , As Jan says
"I don't just use it in competition . On our long training days we are gone for hours. Wearing the "i-Quip " gives us confidence to explore. Its lightweight, comfortable , very visible. We not only know we have the essentials but we know where they are in a hurry " There really is nothing like it on the market and I have needed this for so long .
Rachael adopted the gilet as part of her competition kit but it soon became essential whenever she rode .
"an absolutely wonderful item of riding equipment , don't go for a hack without one!
Extremely comfortable & light, yet practical with safety always paramount ."
Gwen Bastian of Trec Ireland &
Sarah Thurnell
Level 3 GB champions 2009
Pictured with their prize at the Championships 2009.
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Gwen pictured here looking very happy wearing her
"Hot Pink " Competitor ,
all smiles on such a great day ...
Kirsty McHaverty Trec Ireland
Pictured here with two to the Trec Ireland Execs.
Kirsty taking advantage of the pause at the checkpoint to
check her route easily done with the detachable Ortleib map-case .
