By Eula Nichols


Riders today expect the very highest performance from their riding jackets. Gone are the days when spending time outside meant coming home wet and cold. Serious equestrians have nothing but praise for the ZP 176 line of Zara Phillips clothing. Working in conjunction with the well known outdoor outfitters, Musto, the well known rider and member of the royal family has also lent her talents to designing a functional yet stylish line of outdoor clothes.

Phillips is equally well known as the daughter of The Princess Royal and as an Olympic level rider in her own right. As someone who has grown up in the saddle it is no surprise that Zara knows exactly what riders need. She has travelled the world with her competition horses and is fully aware of the demands on both animals and riders. In all levels of competition the show must go on no matter what the weather.

The Musto company has been in business since 1964 when founder Keith Musto decided to produce his own line of sailing gear. At that time sailors had no practical clothing to wear and were resigned to coming home soaked and freezing. Keith felt there had to be a better way and set about designing water proof jackets, hats and trousers. His efforts were so successful that the company is still running today and doing better than ever.

The same technology that has been used to such great effect in the sailing world has now been adopted by the equestrian world too. Riders can take advantage of the latest fabrics such as taped seams that are one hundred percent water proof. A moisture layer is specially designed to move dampness away from the body and force it out through the fabric.

Despite being water and wind proof the fabrics are also breathable. This feature prevent the rider from getting too hot and allows the bodies own moisture to escape. The ZP 176 Warm Up Jacket incorporates all these features, yet is stylish and easy to wear. Because the layers are so thin and light weight the jackets are not bulky or heavy. They can easily be worn all day long and continue to keep the wearer warm and comfortable.

The very popular ZP 176 Grooms Jacket is a another very practical yet affordable item. Retailing for around one hundred pounds it represents outstanding value for money. The outer shell is wind and show proof, making it perfect for those blustery spring days. It is available in a range of sizes and the strong front zipper makes it very easy to slip on and off. The navy blue color is versatile and practical.

Children have not been left out of the line at all. As a mother herself Phillips knows just how important it is to offer parents some fun yet functional clothes for their children. Jackets are made to the same exacting standards as the adults, and sweaters combine fun colors with rugged construction.

Riders are loving the versatile and affordable line of Zara Phillips clothing. There is everything from hats to socks, all designed with the equestrian in mind. The fleece zip ups are light weight and perfect for layering. Made from breathable polyester they have a flattering fit and are loaded with extra features.




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