Riding Helmets for Western and English Riding
Browse all Riding Helmets for Western and English Riding products
- Troxel Dakota Western Riding Helmet - Matte Duratec, ASTM/SEI Certified, SureFit Pro - Multiple Sizes
- Troxel Spirit Low Profile Western Riding Helmet - Multiple Sizes - ASTM/SEI-Certified with DialFit System
- Troxel Liberty Low Profile Western Riding Helmet - ASTM/SEI-Certified with Adjustable DialFit System
- Troxel Sport 2.0 Horse Riding Western Helmet - Low Profile, ASTM/SEI Certified, Matte Finish - Multiple Sizes
- Troxel Rebel Western Riding Helmet - Low Profile Bold Graphics, ASTM/SEI Certified - Multiple Sizes
- Troxel Sierra Western Riding Helmet - Low Profile Leather & Cordura - ASTM/SEI Certified
- Shires Karben Low Profile Riding Helmet - ASTM F1163-23 Safety Certified, Matte Finish, Adjustable Dial Fit
- Troxel Intrepid Western Riding Helmet - Low Profile, Matte Duratec Finish, ASTM/SEI Certified - Multiple Sizes
- Troxel Cheyenne Low Profile Western Safety Riding Helmet - Brown Handcrafted Leather - ASTM/SEI-Certified - Multiple Sizes
- Troxel Spirit MIPS Riding Helmet - Low Profile Equestrian Safety Helmet with DialFit System - ASTM/SEI Certified
- Troxel Terrain MIPS Riding Helmet - Low Profile, ASTM/SEI Certified, 12 Vents - Multiple Sizes
- Troxel Dynasty Riding Helmet - ASTM/SEI Certified Low Profile Equestrian Helmet with DialFit System
- Toklat Revolve X-Air MIPS Skull Cap Equestrian Riding Helmet - Black - Ventilated Safety
- Shires Karben Marzia Wide Peak Riding Helmet - Premium Equestrian Safety Gear
- Troxel ES Sleek Helmet – Low-Profile ASTM/SEI Certified
- Shires Karben Silvia Standard Peak Riding Helmet - Premium Equestrian Safety Headwear
- Shires Karben Matteo Low Profile Helmet – Blemished Value
- Toklat Ventair Hunter Noir Equestrian Riding Helmet - Black - Multiple Sizes
- Toklat Ventair Deluxe Equestrian Riding Skull Cap - Black/Silver - Size 6 3/4
- Toklat Orion Skull Equestrian Performance Riding Helmet - Multiple Sizes
- Toklat Orion MIPS Skull Equestrian Performance Riding Helmet - Multiple Sizes
- Toklat Callisto Equestrian Performance Riding Helmet - Premium Safety & Comfort - Multiple Sizes
- Toklat Callisto MIPS Equestrian Performance Riding Helmet - Multiple Sizes
- Shires Karben Amity Leather Riding Helmet with Sparkle Accents - Multiple Sizes
- Shires Karben Amity SMRT Helmet — Dual-Certified Safety
- Shires Karben Amity Leather Trim Helmet - Dial Fit & Safety Cert
- Shires Karben Amity LVSH Wide Peak Equestrian Riding Helmet - Black, Multiple Sizes
- Shires Karben Sonic Alessa Riding Hat - Wide Brim Crystal Finish Equestrian Helmet
- Shires Karben Silvia Wide Peak Riding Helmet - Premium Equestrian Safety Hat
- Shires Karben Marzia Standard Peak Riding Helmet - Premium Equestrian Safety Gear
- Shires Karben Alessa Standard Peak Equestrian Riding Helmet - Multiple Sizes
A helmet is the single piece of gear that can save your life. Falls happen to every rider — beginner and expert alike — and the difference between a frightening fall and a fatal one is often whether you were wearing a properly certified helmet. This is not a gear debate. It is a safety imperative.
What Riders Are Actually Asking About Helmets
Are Western riders required to wear helmets?
ASTM-certified helmets are required for youth riders at most sanctioned shows and strongly recommended by virtually every equestrian safety organization for all riders at all levels. Adult Western competitors are typically not required to wear a helmet in the show pen — but the risk of a fall during schooling, trail riding, and warm-ups is identical to any other equestrian activity. Many professional Western riders now wear a helmet for all non-show riding and change to their hat for the pen. Troxel specifically designs their helmets to be aesthetically compatible with Western riding — their low-profile Dakota, Liberty, and Spirit models read more like Western headwear than traditional equestrian helmets.
What does ASTM/SEI certified actually mean?
ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) sets the impact protection standard for equestrian helmets; SEI (Safety Equipment Institute) is the independent testing organization that certifies helmets meet that standard. Every helmet in this collection is ASTM/SEI certified — meaning it has been independently tested to absorb a specific level of impact force. Do not buy or ride in an uncertified helmet, regardless of how it looks or how it is marketed.
What is MIPS technology and do I need it?
MIPS (Multi-directional Impact Protection System) adds a low-friction layer inside the helmet that allows a small amount of rotational movement during an angled impact — the type of impact most common in real falls. The brain is particularly vulnerable to rotational forces, and MIPS is specifically designed to reduce that rotational acceleration. Riders who fall frequently, jump, or ride young horses should strongly consider MIPS-equipped helmets as their next upgrade.
How often should I replace my riding helmet?
Replace your helmet after any significant fall — even if there is no visible damage. The foam liner compresses on impact and will not protect you at the same level in a subsequent fall. Beyond that, most manufacturers recommend replacement every 3-5 years regardless of falls, as foam degrades with age, UV exposure, and sweat. Write the purchase date inside your helmet so you know exactly how old it is.
How to Choose the Right Riding Helmet
- Fit is everything: A helmet that moves when you shake your head is not protecting you. The helmet should feel snug on all sides with no pressure points. Have it professionally fitted when possible.
- Certification first: ASTM/SEI certification is non-negotiable. Do not compromise on this for price, style, or convenience.
- Consider your discipline: Western riders should look at Troxel's low-profile lineup. English riders have a wider range of options including traditional velvet, matte, and sport-style helmets from Shires Karben.
- Ventilation matters for long rides: More vents mean cooler riding in warm weather. For trail riding and all-day events, ventilation is as important as any other feature.
Brands Riders Trust
Troxel is the dominant Western riding helmet brand for a reason — they designed their lineup to bridge safety standards with Western aesthetics, producing helmets that riders actually wear rather than leave in the tack room. Shires Karben brings premium European helmet design to the English market with competitive pricing and modern styling trusted by schooling and competitive riders alike.
At Hooves and Paws, helmets are stocked year-round with fast shipping — because a rider without a helmet is a rider at unnecessary risk. Every helmet in our collection is ASTM/SEI certified. Your safety is worth the investment.
