Wednesday, 19 January 2011
Kick Start your Showing Season with Active Rider Camp - South View EC, Cheshire
* Arrive on the Thurs from 4pm, indoor school is available for free use till 7pm
... * 2 x ridden lessons per day
* Evening Performance practice (optional)
* Optional Workshops
* Optional 1-1's
Coaches:
* Tracey Milward (video judge)
* Sarah Harrison
* Jo Callwood Winner HOYS 2010 WH! Will be our jump coach
* Victoria Hesford
* Sarah Challinor (HOYS & Olympia winner 2010)
* Wayne Thorneycroft (ride judge)
Supreme Products Demos at Camp, Topspec 1-1's, (portable weigh bridge!), Equiscan demo, Vet workshop, Naf sessions, Cortlea Numnahs, Epona 1-1's, Equine Physio on site, Horse Bit Trader on site & many more - you will be shattered!
Sold out with a wait list in 2010 - only 8 places left
£220 PER HORSE ALL INCLUSIVE
http://www.activerider.co.uk/camp_details.php?id=146
or contact Jane on 07736 872307 jane@activerider.co.uk
Wednesday, 1 December 2010
Christmas Wish List - Paul Austin
Monday, 27 September 2010
Meet the Team- Stacey Wiseman
Here we meet Stacey Wiseman of Team Hollings. Groom, key member of the turnout brigade and number one fan when it comes to Supreme Products Glistening Oil!
1. How long have you ridden and what disciplines do you compete in?
I have ridden for 27 years and have always concentrated on showing.
2. What is your favourite TV programme?
Criminal Minds or Lie to Me.
3. Do you have any brothers or sisters?
I have two brothers and two sisters and we all get on well which is great.
4. What is your favourite food?
I love Chinese.
5. Where is your favourite holiday destination?
Anywhere hot!
6. Who is your favourite horse or pony on the yard and why?
Abba otherwide known as Pennymore Isadora in the show ring. She is a 128cm show pony.
7. What is your favourite event?
Has to be Royal International Horse Show, great atmosphere lots going on!
8. What is your favourite item from the Supreme Products Professional Collection?
Supreme Products Glistening Oil, it’s a great highlighter and brilliant for final touches.
9. Do you have a top tip for us?
When it comes to show ring preparation don’t get the horses or ponies ready too early!
10. What do you feel is your biggest achievement in life so far?
I produced Whisper from a riding school pony to qualify for the Royal International Horse Show on the first attempt.
11. What music do you currently listen to?
Kasabian, they are brilliant.
13. What book are you reading at the minute?
Fear the Worst by Linwood Barclay.
14. What was the last film you watched at the cinema?
Twilight, same as Penny and Chelsea!
15. If you could change anything about yourself, what would it be?
I can get so stressed and would like to be more easy going.
16. If you could have an hour’s conversation with anyone who would it be and why?
The footballer Steven Gerrard.
17. When you have time to yourself, how do you like to spend it?
Believe it or not knitting!
18. If you were given £1million, what would you spend it on?
A new horse.
19. What is the most expensive thing you have ever bought?
My car.
Wednesday, 1 September 2010
Meet the Team- Team Hollings Groom Philip Gawthorpe
With a passion for both showing and dressage here we catch up with Team Hollings groom Philip Gawthorpe courtesy of SUPREME PRODUCTS™.
1. How long have you ridden and what disciplines do you compete in?
I’ve been riding for 18 years mainly showing and dressage.
2. What is your favourite TV programme?
Friends, it’s always good fun to watch.
3. Do you have any brothers or sisters?
I have three brothers and a sister.
4. What is your favourite food?
My favourite food is pasta.
5. Where is your favourite holiday destination?
Thailand
6. Who is your favourite horse or pony on the yard and why?
Royal Angel who is ridden by Michaela Wood and competes in Intermediate Show Riding Type and Large Hack classes.
7. What is your favourite event?
I really enjoy the Royal International. Hickstead is a great venue.
8. What is your favourite item from the Supreme Products Professional Collection?
Supreme Products Glistening Oil is a great addition to any show ring presentation kit
9. Do you have a top tip for us?
Don’t over do the horse make-up!
10. Do you have any family pets?
No not at the moment
11. What do you feel is your biggest achievement in life so far?
I produced a Welsh pony, Murray Hall Elizabeth that qualified for HOYS, so I am very proud of that.
12. What music do you currently listen to?
Dance.
13. What book are you reading at the minute?
I should read more, but nothing at the moment!
14. What was the last film you watched at the cinema?
Toy Story 3 in 3D is was great.
15. If you could change anything about yourself, what would it be?
I could do to be more cheery in the morning.
16. If you could have an hour’s conversation with anyone who would it be and why?
Nelson Mandela.
17. When you have time to yourself, how do you like to spend it?
With friends.
18. If you were given £1million, what would you spend it on?
Horses I’m afraid.
19. What is the most expensive thing you have ever bought?
My horse.
20. If you could be anyone else for the day who would it be?
The top dressage rider Carl Hester.
Saturday, 21 August 2010
From Lake Windermere to the USA with Stuart Hollings
From Lake Windermere to the USA with Stuart Hollings
Q. If you hadn’t become a show producer, what other career would you have chosen?
A. I probably would have become a lawyer, although I would have really liked to be in the film or TV industry.
Q. Why did you choose this particular discipline?
A. Really it came about by accident. I went on a Pony Club trip to Leahurst Veterinary College in Liverpool there the DC Dr Sutherland told me that because I had started riding later than most I needed to go to a very good riding school. I later went to Readwood Stables and my first lesson was on a 13.2hh show pony and the rest,they say, is history.
Q. Do you have a nickname?
A. Yes Koojy Bear – it was a character from a children’s TV programme
Q. Do you have any family pets?
A. Yes I have two French bulldogs, both are bitches - named Yvette and Desi.
Q. Do you follow or play any other sports? If so what are they?
A. Not really, sometimes when I get chance I like to catch up on the football and I like watching rubgy, tennis and athletics when it’s on.
Q. Who is your main sponsor?
A. Our main sponsor is Supreme Products which is really great. Supreme Products are wonderful from a showing perspective; they have everything we need to make our horses and ponies look a million dollars for the show ring.
Q. In what way does you sponsor help you?
A. They supply the yard with lots of really good products that help the team prepare all our horses and ponies for the show ring. They are great for adding that extra touch of coat shine so we stand out from the crowd. They also supply us with branded Supreme Products clothing which looks really smart – the team love it.
Q. What is your biggest achievement in life so far?
A. Becoming a published author and Horse & Hound columnist
Q. How many horses/ponies do you have on your yard?
A. We have 31 at the minute including some youngsters that we have bred ourselves.
Q. Do you have a favourite horse/pony?
A. I have been lucky enough to work with several great horses and ponies and therefore have many favourites for different reasons. Nigel’s WHP Downland Smuggler was a pleasure to produce as he gave 100% every time and was pretty straightforward to work with. One season his first mistake was a fence down in muddy conditions at an August Bank Holiday show, up until then he had jumped clear all season. That day he still finished second reserve champion!
Q. How do you manage to get the show horses and ponies so clean?
A. A good horse shampoo is key. Supreme Products High Shine Shampoo is brilliant for restoring the coat and producing lustre and shine in all coat colours.
Q. How did you feel when you won your first major title?
A. My first win of any note, which led to the family deciding to go in to top class level showing, was when I won the novice show pony class at Royal Lancashire show under Albert Deptford.
Q. Is there a title you would like to win?
A. I would like to win the Royal International Horse Show Supreme title with a horse. We have already won this with the pony Royal Bronze. Also I would like to win the HOYS Supreme with a pony as we have won that accolade with the riding horse Fair Breeze.
Q. Do you have a favourite event?
A. The Royal International Horse Show is one of the best events, it has a great atmosphere and there is always lots of really good competition there. I also like HOYS, it is a huge and very prestigious show.
Q. How do you get your horses and ponies to shine under spotlight?
A. Supreme Products Glistening Oil is great for highlighting eyes and muzzles. It really enhances and highlights their best points and creates a superb shine under artificial lights.
Q. Do you have a favourite holiday destination?
A. My favourite country for holidays is the USA, there are so many things to see and do over there.
Q. What music do you currently listen to?
A. I like listening to anything really, a complete mixture, but I’m not keen on Jazz.
Q. What book are you reading at the minute?
A. I’m currently reading The Lost Symbol written by the famous Dan Brown.
Q. What is your favourite TV programme?
A. It has to be Coronation Street
Q. What is your favourite film?
A. Two of my favourites are Murder on the Orient Express and the musical The Sound of Music.
Q. What was the last film you watched at the cinema?
A. I don’t go to the cinema much, but I do rent films out with LoveFilm.com. The last one I watched was the new Sherlock Holmes film with Jude Law and Robert Downey Jr.
Q. What was the last item you bought at the supermarket?
A. It was Pink Moet Champagne for a friend.
Q. If you could have an hour’s conversation with anyone who would it be and why?
A. It would have to be... the head of security, MI5.
Q. If you could change anything about yourself, what would it be?
A. I went bald in my early twenties, so I would like more hair!
Q. When you have time to yourself, how do you like to spend it?
A. I like dining out with friends and shopping. I also like going sailing on Lake Windermere
Q. Wine, Beer or Champagne?
A. Wine
Q. Milk, White or Dark Chocolate?
A. Milk chocolate
Q. If you could pass any law, what would it be?
A. Not to show disrespect to fellow human beings
Q. If you could be anyone else for the day, who would it be?
A. I would like to be a member of the Royal family for the day, just to see what it is really like.
Q. What is your biggest regret?
A. Not being able to play the piano, I tried my hand at the clarinet but never stuck at it.
Q. If you were given £1million, what would you spend it on?
A. I would love to go on a world cruise with Cunard.
Q. If there was one horse you could own... past or present... who would it be?
A. We presently produce a 148cm show pony for Laura Fitzgerald, Crafton Touch of Gold, which I would like to own. She is a half sister to our successful dun show pony Deaconwood Gold Print (dual HOYS winner and dual RIHS champion). She is well bred and comes from a line of good quality movers.
Q. If you could sit down at table for a meal with five other people who would they be?
A. John Barrowman, Victoria Wood, Sir Richard Branson, Princess Anne and the Prime Minister.
Q. Who did you last recieve a text from and what did it say?
A. A competitor saying how much they enjoyed the recent North of England show.
Q. What was the most expensive thing you’ve ever bought?
A. My home since 1975 - Blue Slate Stables.
Q. Do you have any tips for any readers interested in taking up showing?
A. Watch the experts and pick what you think is the best tip from each of them. Look at your animal with a super critical eye and train it from there.
Q. Do you have a favourite product from the Supreme Products Professional Collection?
A. Supreme Products de Luxe Coat Gloss is outstanding for laying the coat in preparation for quarter marks and sharks teeth
Supreme Products Professional Collection – The Choice of Champions.
Supreme Products are available through stockists nationwide. For further information contact Supreme Products on 01377 229050 or visit http://www.supremeproducts.co.uk/
Monday, 26 July 2010
Meet the Team – Sarah Fearns
Behind every good show producer there’s a very strong back up team. Sarah Fearns works for Katy Carter, read on to find out more.
1. How long have you been a groom and how long have you been with Katy?
I have been a groom for years now! I’ve been with Katy for several years.
2. What is your favourite TV programme?
Shameless
3. Do you have any brothers or sisters?
Yes – lots! I’ve got six brothers and sisters!
4. What is your favourite food?
Sunday Lunch
5. Where is your favourite holiday destination?
Greece
6. Who is your favourite horse or pony on the yard and why?
Tilly, because she used to belong to me and my sister. Poppy, Katy’s daughter now rides her in first ridden classes.
7. What is your favourite event?
The Royal International Horse Show at Hickstead
8. What is your favourite item from the Supreme Products Professional Collection?
It has to be Supreme Product de luxe Coat Gloss!
9. Do you have a top tip for us?
With the grey ponies and a palomino such as Shamrock Shirley Temple, Supreme Products Leg & Body Whitener is a must have, we couldn’t live without it! We use it to whiten legs but it can also be used as a body wash to whiten and brighten as well as to be used to cover stains and marks.
Sunday, 11 July 2010
New Improved Chestnut Shampoo from SUPREME PRODUCTS™
Supreme Products new improved Chestnut Shampoo now comes in a deeper, more ‘chocolatey’ colour to really enhance the coat of your horse or pony.Using specialist colour enhancing formulations, Supreme Products Chestnut Shampoo is designed to produce brilliant depth of colour and shine to the coat, helping you produce an outstanding look when in the show ring.
For use on chestnut, light or bright bay and dun coats, Supreme Products Chestnut Shampoo has the advantage of added conditioner to promote chestnut tones and prevent fading.
Available in 500ml, 1 litre and 5 litre sizes priced at £9.95, £16.50 and £57.50.
For further information please contact Supreme Products on 01377 229050 or visit the website
Monday, 5 July 2010
Meet the Team- Wendy Hartley
Monday, 28 June 2010
Meet the Team- Cassie Hartley
Sunday, 20 June 2010
Meet the Katy Carter Show Team- Sheila Robinson
Wednesday, 16 June 2010
Meet the Katy Carter Show Team- Julie Sims
Thursday, 10 June 2010
Katy Carter in Top Form!
The Supreme Products sponsored team took three wins and a championship at their local show, Staffordshire County, and were even bigger winners at Kings Heath when Cassie Hartley and Classic Coincidence took the Reserve Supreme Championship.
Said Katy: “So far the season is going really well. I have a superb back up team who are experts when it comes to pulling manes and tails, plaiting ponies, bathing them and making sure they are spotless. This is all helped by the products that are supplied by Supreme Products and we are delighted to be working so closely with them.”
Major wins and championships include:
BSPS Area 4B:
Chagford Leon, 1st 128cm Show Pony, rider Olivia Maltby, owned by Alick and Louise Maltby
Rosedew Renoir, 1st and Reserve Champion, 133cm Show Hunter Pony, rider Olivia Maltby, owned by Maria Dent
BSPS Area 10:
Lowland Toy Soldier, 1st RIHS First Ridden Show Pony, rider Poppy Carter, owned by Jason Lindley
Woodend Matilda, 1st Mixed Height Open Show Hunter Pony, rider Poppy Cater, owned by Katy Carter
Classic Coincidence, 1st 158cm Show Riding Type, rider Cassie Hartley, owned by Black Country Saddles, Wendy and John Hartley
BSPS Area 2B:
Classic Coincidence, 1st 158cm Show Riding Type, rider Cassie Hartley, owned by Black Country Saddles, Wendy and John Hartley
Chagford Leon, Supreme of Show, 1st and Champion 128cm Novice Show Pony, 1st and Champion Premier League, rider Olivia Maltby, owned by Louise Maltby
Parkhill Beckham, 1st and Reserve Champion 133cm Show Hunter Pony, rider Charlotte Horne, owned by Sara Horne
Kings Heath:
Lowland Toy Soldier, Mini Champion First Ridden, rider Poppy Carter, owned by
Jason Lindley
Shamrock Shirley Temple, Mini Supreme Champion, rider Poppy Carter owned by Mrs Cartlidge
Woodend Matilda, 1st 122cm Show Hunter Pony, rider Poppy Carter, owned by Katy Carter
Cosford Glamour, 1st Mixed Novice Show Pony, rider Charlotte Horse, owned by Karen Sarling
Classic Coincidence, 1st and Champion Intermediate 158cm Show Riding Type, Reserve Supreme of Show, rider Cassie Hartley, owned by Black Country Saddles, Wendy and John Hartley
Staffordshire County
Mirabelle P, 1st Lead Rein Show Hunter Type, rider Sam Walker, owned by Robert and Sarah Walker
Lowland Shadowfax, 1st and Reserve Champion, rider Carlotte Dent, owned by Maria Dent
Lowland Toy Soldier, 1st and Mini Champion, rider Poppy Carter, owned by Jason Lindley
Wednesday, 9 June 2010
Busy Season for Team Hollings

With a host of wins and championships under their belt, the team, sponsored by Supreme Products are now busy on the show circuit with the aim of qualifying for HOYS.
Major wins and championships include:
Midland Counties:
Dynamique - Novice SHP 1st. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood
NPS Area 5:
Greylands Stardust, Champion SHP. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood, Qualified HOYS
Cardines M’Lord, HOYS SHP 122cm 1st. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Katie Ashcroft, Qualified HOYS
Pendle First Light, HOYS SHP 153cm 1st. Owner Mrs E Butterworth, Rider Georgia Butterworth, Qualfied HOYS
Hambleton:
The Pied Piper, RIHS BSPA 153cm N/T 1st & Reserve Champion. Owner Mrs S Wood, Rider Michaela Wood
Snaafi Bright Spark, RIHS BSPA NNP 1st. Owner Mrs S Wood, Rider Alex Hollings, Qualified RIHS
Wispa, RIHS BSPA N/T EX 153cm 1st. Owner Mrs W Ellis, Rider Samantha Ellis, Qualified RIHS
Lancashire Championships:
Crafton Touch of Gold, Champion RIHS Show Pony & PBA. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood
Fleetwater Xecutive, RIHS Small Int SRT 1st & Champion. Owner Mrs E Butterworth, Rider Georgia Butterworth
Greylands Stardust, Champion RIHS SHP. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider
Alice Greenwood
Ninfield Fable, Novice Show Pony 1st & Reserve Champion. Owner Mrs J Horsfall, Rider Alex Hollings
Dynamique, Novice 153cm SHP 1st & Reserve Champion. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood
Cardines M’Lord, RIHS SHP 122cm 1st. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Katie Ashcroft
Pendle First Light, RIHS SHP 153cm 1st. Owner Mrs E Butterworth, Georgia Butterworth
Shropshire Country Spring Show:
Crafton Touch of Gold, Champion RIHS Show Pony. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood
Greylands Stardust, Champion RIHS SHP. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood
Royal Angel, Champion RIHS Hack. Owner Mrs Wood, Rider Michaela Wood
Lincolnshire Spring Show:
Pendle First Light, RIHS SHP 1st & Champion,Premier League SHP 1st & Champion. Owner Mrs E Butterworth, Rider Georgia Butterworth
Crafton Touch of Gold, Champion RIHS Part Bred Arab 2nd & Reserve Champion RIHS Show Pony. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood
Fleetwater Xecutive, RIHS Small Int SRT 1st & Reserve Champion. Owner Mrs E Butterworth, Rider Georgia Butterworth
Whittaker’s Count, Novice Int SH 1st & Reserve Champion. Owner Mrs S Wood, Rider Chelsea Foster
White Rose County:
Pendle First Light, Premier League SHP 1st & Champion & Reserve Supreme. Owner Mrs E Butterworth's Pendle First Light, Rider Georgia Butterworth
The Pied Piper, BSPA 153cm 1st & Champion. Owner Mrs S Wood, Rider Michaela Wood
Ninfield Fable, RIHS PBA 1st & Champion & 1st Novice Show Pony. Owner Mrs J Horsfall, Rider Alex Hollings
Fleetwater Xecutive, RIHS Small Int SRT 1st & Reserve Champion. Owner Mrs E Butterworth, Rider Georgia Butterworth
Cheshire Premier:
Ninfield Fable, RIHS PBA 1st & Reserve Champion. Owner Mrs J Horsfall, Rider Alex Hollings
BSPS Area 1B:
Royal Angel, Reserve Supreme, 1st & Champion RIHS Intermediate & 1st RIHS Large Hack & Reserve Champion. Owner Mrs S Wood, Rider Michaela Wood
Greylands Stardust, Champion RIHS SHP. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood
Cardines M'Lord, 1st RIHS SHP 122cm. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Katie Ashcrot
BSPS Area 5:
Crafton Touch of Gold, RIHS Part Bred Arab 1st & Champion. Owner
Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Chelsea Foster
Royal Angel, RIHS Intermediate 1st & Reserve Champion. Owner Mrs S Wood, Rider Michaela Wood
Fleetwater Xecutive, RIHS Small Int SRT 1st. Owner Mrs E Butterworth, Rider Georgia Butterworth
Ninfield Fable, Novice Show Pony 1st. Owner Team Hollings, Rider Alex Hollings
Thirkleby Beluka, 1st RIHS Part Bred Arab ex 148 1st. Owner Mrs E Butterworth, Rider Georgia Butterworth
North Eastern Counties:
Greylands Stardust, Champion RIHS SHP. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood
Crafton Touch of Gold, Reserve Champion RIHS Show Pony. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood
NCPA Lancs Spring:
Crafton Touch of Gold, Champion Show Pony & Reserve Supreme.
Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood
Greylands Stardust, Champion SHP. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood
Ninfield Fable,1st Novice Show Pony, 1st 138cm & Reserve Champion. Owner
Mrs J Horsfall, Rider Alex Hollings.
Dynamique, 1st Mixed Novice SHP. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood
BSPS Area 3A:
Royal Angel, 1st Large Int SRT & Champion. Owner Mrs S Wood, Rider Michaela Wood
Pendle First Light, 1st 153cm SHP & Champion. Owner Mrs E Butterworth, Rider Georgia Butterworth
'The Team have had an excellent start to the season and have been incredibly busy,' says Sarah Turnbull of Supreme Products. 'We are delighted to be supporting the team and supplying them with show ring products such as our range of hoof paints; Plaiting Spray and Mane and Tail Detangler amongst others. We see the team and their horses and ponies at shows week in, week out through the season and they always look immaculate.'
Thursday, 6 May 2010
Meet The Supreme Products Team – Sarah Emmerson
10 things you never know about the Sarah Emmerson:
Her favourite TV Programme is Waterloo Road
Her favourite meal is Spagetti Bolognaise
A horse she would like to own is Edward Gal’s Moorlands Totilas
Her biggest annoyance with competitor turnout is visible socks
Her competition superstition is that she must hold the lead rein in a particular manner
Her most memorable pony was a mare called Cosford Promise
She has a twin brother who lives in Australia
Her personal highpoint is the satisfaction she gains from teaching children and adults and helping them succeed in the show ring.
She is a qualified primary school teacher
She has an 18-year-old Fylde saddle that has been down the spotlight many times with many different ponies.
Finishing Tails Tip: An absolute ‘must’ for the grooming box at shows is Supreme Products Sparkle. It has the ability to transform a normal, boring tail into a spectacular tail, adds glamour to a pony in seconds and looks great under artificial lights or on a sunny day. It also acts as a detangler.
Thursday, 15 April 2010
Interview with Supreme Products Sponsored Show Rider, Robert Walker

Keen to support talent in the area Supreme Products are delighted to sponsor show rider Robert Walker.
Born and bred in Yorkshire, Robert is now based in Cheshire, and is a very well respected figure within the sport and extremely proud of his Yorkshire heritage and is known for his down to earth attitude and Yorkshire charm.
How long have you been riding?
RW: I was brought up around horses and my earliest memories are of my dad Tony running a breaking yard in East Yorkshire. I can’t remember exactly when I started riding, I was too young!
What was your first pony called?
RW: Roly was my first real fun pony.
Did you show ponies as a child?
RW: Yes I used to attend the local gymkhanas around East Yorkshire and then progressed to my local county shows.
What made you settle on a career in showing horses?
RW: I have always enjoyed producing young horses and watching them develop and improve, it is the most satisfying part of the job. It seemed only natural to take up showing.
What type of horses do you have on your yard?
RW: We have Show Hunters, Show Cobs, Riding Horses and Hacks.
Tell us about any really memorable horses?
RW: You would expect my most memorable horse to be a show horse, but it is in fact Fury, my fantastic hunter.
An ex Grade A show jumper, as a youngster Fury competed internationally but luckily for me he jacked it.I took him hunting and it completely rejuvenated his passion for life. I have never had a better hunt horse and have some fantastic days out hunting on him. I retired him this season aged 16.
Which showing classes do you enjoy the most and why?
RW: That’s a really hard question. I love showing every horse in their appropriate class so I don’t have a particular favourite, but because of my hunting background I must say I thoroughly enjoy the Show Hunter classes.
What has been your best showing moment?
RW: Winning the Hunter Championship at the Great Yorkshire Show for the first time on Cool Green Star, a fantastic bay middleweight.
What has been your worst showing moment?
RW: When I was 17 years old I had a very good Small Hunter called Double Coin, we qualified for the Royal International and we were pulled in top of the line initially, and then moved down to third in the final line up. No one knew why, the horse went perfectly and there was no explanation for the final placing.
What do you look for in your horses when you buy them?
RW: It is important that when buying a horse you look at the overall package and suitability. I do insist that any horse I buy has exceptionally good limbs.
Which is your favourite show?
RW: Definitely the Great Yorkshire Show! The atmosphere is unlike any other and I feel it brings me back to my Yorkshire roots.
Is there a showing goal that you are still to achieve?
RW: I have won every championship around the country, bar the Hunter Championship at Horse of the Year Show.
What hobbies do you enjoy?
RW: Hunting it is my favourite past time. I am a joint master of the Cheshire Hunt. I think my love of hunting means that I thoroughly enjoy the show hunter classes and prefer an old fashioned stamp of hunter.
What is your favourite food?
RW: A traditional beef roast dinner with Yorkshire Puddings!
What is your favourite TV programme?
RW: When I have time to sit and watch TV, I like to watch Sky Sports News.
Which rider has inspired you?
RW: Jockey, Tony McCoy
Which top horse do you most admire?
RW: Miners Frolic. Not only does this horse have oodles of ability but he oozes pure quality.
Do you have any favourite show ring products?
RW: Supreme Products has an amazing range of products that really help my team achieve a superior look when in the show ring. One of my particular favourites is Supreme Leg and Body Whitener, a real ‘must have’ product when trying to keep those legs white and bright!
Sunday, 28 March 2010
New Supreme Products DeFUSE Syringe

DeFUSE is now available in a syringe, making administration even easier.
DeFUSE is a vitamin based supplement which helps calm nervous animals. No build up is normally needed and once the level for your particular horse or pony is established - and this is the principle factor and variable - you can feed DeFUSE when you feel that it is required.
DeFUSE can be given in the feed, or using a syringe. The product contains no prohibited substances – it is a vitamin, Amino Acid and Magnesium based supplement – all components needed by the metabolism to counteract stress and hypertension.
DeFUSE is unique to Supreme Products and is available in 4 sizes - Pre filled Syringe £8.50; 500ml £24.50; 1 Litre £39.50 and 5 Litre £180.00
For further information call Supreme Products on 01377 229050 or visit the Supreme Products website. Also available at stockists nationwide.
Saturday, 27 March 2010
The Supreme Products Guide to Producing a Champion
Most of the preparation for a show horse should be done at home. Giving your horse a quick bath and brush the day before a show will not have him looking in tip top condition. A show horse requires care and attention to keep him looking at his best throughout the season.Feeding
Finding the correct feed for your horse is essential for making sure your horse looks and performs well. Regular small feeds are essential to a horses wellbeing. If your horse’s coat looks dull, add a splash of soya oil to his feed and he will soon have a shine back on his coat.
Rugging
Rugging your horse will help keep his summer coat looking good and discourage him from growing a winter one. Make sure he is warm - but not too hot otherwise he will be uncomfortable - at all times to help maintain a great coat.
Grooming
Daily grooming is essential to keep him looking good. By thoroughly grooming your horse you will help stimulate oil production and blood circulation, and will remove any dead skin cells and coat to give your horse a healthy glow. After grooming spray with Supreme Products De Luxe Coat Gloss to leave a natural looking shine to your horse’s coat
Trim any stray hairs on your horses head for example the ears, whiskers, jaw line and bridle path with mini clippers. Also make sure all heels are trimmed to create an elegant look.
Pay attention to the length of the mane and tail. If you will be regularly plaiting the mane, make sure it is pulled to a length that is manageable and will enable you to create neat plaits. In the show ring a nicely pulled tail looks elegant, however if you are not comfortable with pulling your horses tail the Supreme Products Thinning Comb is perfect for thinning manes and tails quickly and humanely.
Riding
At the start of the year make sure you get your show animals as fit as possible to be able to cope with the long days at shows. Spend a lot of time hacking out and building up the ponies and horses with more intense schooling. Good schooling work is important for the right build up of muscles to make them look more defined.
Throughout the season it is a case of ticking your horse over in between shows. It's a good idea to spend more time hacking the ponies and horses out and turning them out in the field in an attempt to keep their fitness and interest in showing.
Turnout
Turn out as much as possible. Ideally, aim for them to each get a few hours every day. Time in the field is very beneficial for horses and ponies, they get to relax and unwind which should stop them from becoming stale half way through the season.
For further information please contact Supreme Products on 01377 217150 or visit www.supremeproducts.co.uk
Tuesday, 23 March 2010
The Ultimate Supreme Products Fans Photo Competition!
Supreme Products is now running ‘The Ultimate Supreme Products Fans Photo Competition.’ This contest is fun, quick and easy to enter. All you need to do is email a photo of yourself or your friends, family etc with a Supreme Products carrier bag or brochure. At the end of each month, a lucky winner will walk away with £20 worth of Supreme Products Gift Vouchers to spend on items of their choice.
In December 2010, we will select an overall winner who will receive a hamper bursting at the seams with Supreme Products goodies. Remember, to catch the judge’s eye you will need to make your shots creative, take the bags or brochure on holiday, make them funny- think of something different or interesting that will make your entry stand out!
We do ask that you adhere to the following guidelines, to give you the best chance of winning a prize and to keep things fun and enjoyable for everyone.
• Photos must include a Supreme Products brochure or carrier bag. Carrier bags can be obtained when purchasing products or garments on the Supreme Products Trade stand throughout the season; brochures can be requested via this link.
• The funnier the better and those taken ‘on location’ (holiday!) will be sure to impress!
• Be clean – please! The judges reserve the right to refuse any pictures that are deemed inappropriate or offensive.
• Be creative
• Maximum file size is 2MB
• Multiple entries are allowed however please do not exceed the 2MB file size per email
• The competition will run monthly and a winner will be chosen on the last day of the month.
• Pictures will be posted on our Facebook Fan Page and in our Website Gallery.
• By entering this competition and submitting images, you give Supreme Products Ltd permission to use them for marketing and publicity purposes.
• Images must be emailed to sarah@supremeproducts.co.uk . Only images sent to this address will be used. Please do not send hard copies as they will not be used and we are unable to return images.
Monday, 22 March 2010
Learn How to Sew Perfect Plaits with Supreme Products
Whether showing, dressage, eventing, show jumping or hunting is your first love, creating smart plaits will give you an element of professionalism. To make sure your horse or pony looks smart when he has an outing, make sure you follow our top plaiting tips.1. A few days before the big event pull your horses mane to a length so that it is long enough to plait but still easy to handle.
2. Assess the type of neck your horse has and the desired look you want. If your horse has a weak topline then plaits will need to be pushed up onto the crest to give him a better overall appearance. If he has a cresty neck you should opt for small plaits set low down. For a long neck you need fewer larger plaits, and more plaits for a short neck.
3. As you prepare to plait you will need the following equipment:-
• Metal mane comb
• Plaiting needles
• Plaiting thread
• Rubber bands
• Supreme Products Easy Plait
• Supreme Products Highlighter Gel
4. Spray Supreme Products Easy Plait before you begin to plait, this helps you to hold the mane firmly with extra grip, and helps tie in stray hairs. Easy Plait can be sprayed on to a wet or dry mane and will help you get a good ‘grip’ and will hold plaits in place when finished.
5. With a metal mane comb divide the mane into equal bunches bearing in mind the amount and size of the plaits you desire, securing them with elastic bands.
6. Start at the top of the mane, plait down the section of the mane as tightly as possible to create finer and tidier plaits and secure with an elastic band. If you lose your grip on the mane spray more Supreme Products Easy Plait and you will soon be back on track.
7. Once the plait has been secured, roll - not fold - the plait to the top of the neck and push the needle through from the underside to the top, making sure you guide the needle through the middle of the plait. Once the needle has gone through the plait once, repeat until you have a secure plait. I use quite a lot of thread to help hide the stray hairs, but make sure the thread is discreet. Once the plait is perfectly round with no stray hairs, cut the thread.
8. Work your way down the neck and leave the forelock until last.
9. Depending on how good you are at plaiting, French braiding the forelock adds a truly professional look but can take some time to master.
10. Once happy with your plaits smooth down any loose ends and stray hairs with Supreme Products Highlighter Gel. This is great for adding extra definition to the plaits as well as producing a glistening finish when used on the eyes, muzzle, ears and dock - a truly versatile finish.
11. Whether plaiting up on the eve of the event or on the actual day it is advisable to keep your plaits covered and protected with a high quality garment that is comfortable for your horse and durable for your plaits.
The Supreme Products range of Lycra Mix Hoods ensure your plaits stay pristine and laid. They have large eye and ear holes that fit over your horse’s face and neck keeping plaits intact, clean and smart. Make sure that you fit the hood over the top of the rug to ensure freedom of movement during travelling and overnight. The hood will add condition and shine to the coat and lay the plaits too.
12. After the event, in order to promote and protect your horse’s mane, remove the plaits immediately using an unpicker or unpicking scissors. Unpickers are ideal for removing plaiting thread from plaits, and there is less likely to be mane loss using them compared to using scissors. Once the plaits have been removed apply Supreme Products Moisturise and Condition to repair any damaged hair or rubbed skin, keeping your horse in perfect condition and ready for the next show.
Friday, 19 March 2010
Supreme Products Guide to Bathing and Trimming: Part Three

For hunters, riding horses, hacks, show hunter ponies and show ponies consider trimming out the ears, whiskers, jaws, bridle path and heels.
Small silent clippers, such as the Lister Pico Trimmer or Wahl Pocket Pro Trimmer, are perfect for working around the face, by removing excess hair you are defining the features, creating a more elegant and quality look.
A scissor and comb neatly tidies up the leg whilst still leaving the hair long enough to cover any scars that may be there which would look undesirable to the judge.
If you are intending to show your horse in cob classes you will need to hog the mane. For Mountain and Moorland ponies you should refer to the designated breed book before trimming your pony. Some breeds allow a certain amount of trimming but they should be shown in their natural state, so any improvements to your ponies appearance must be subtle.
For more information, visit the Supreme Products website.
