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Enter to win a pair of Medici Tall Boots from Tredstep Ireland!

We’re into the final stretch of EN’s 12 Days of Christmas! Today we’re giving away a pair of Tredstep Ireland Medici Tall Boots, the newest addition to the popular Renaissance Collection. Designed with artful flair and superb attention to detail, the Medici Tall Boots boast meticulous craftsmanship and are quite simply gorgeous boots.

Made with super soft hand-sourced calfskin leather, the Medici Tall Boots utilize a specialized curve pattern to enhance the natural shape of the leg, creating a close contact fit and a beautiful silhouette. Finished with full-grain leather lining, a high-performing thermo-moulded insole and full-length rear zip, the boots also feature European styling and a zip guard to complete the look.

We are loving these details!

When Tredstep first introduced the concept of a tall boot that flexes with the rider’s leg, the idea that tall boots could be both comfortable and look stylish become an industry standard. The boots break in quickly and are comfortable enough to wear around the barn while also looking super in the show ring. Click here to read EN’s experience of testing the Medici boots.

The Medici Tall Boots retail at $399 and are available in both dress and field styles. Click here to learn more about the boots, and click here to view the full range of products available from Tredstep Ireland. Enter to win a pair Medici boots using the Rafflecopter widget below. Entries close at midnight EST. Good luck!

Jack the Elf has this grid thing down. Photo via Destination Farm FB page.

The Elf on the Shelf has become an ubiquitous holiday tradition in many households, with everyone trying to top each other for creative and inventive ways in which to pose Santa’s little helper. My favorite has to be the Destination Farm Elf on the Shelf, who joins in clinics, jump shows, and farm potlucks with apparent enthusiasm for his barn family.

U.S. Weekend Preview:

Christmas, obviously.

Your Wednesday News & Notes:

The USEF has proposed a significant rule change to fence construction to improve safety. Thanks to the studies implemented by the USEA and fundraising efforts, research now indicates that impact on the front rail of open oxers in either upwards or downwards force in the vertical plane can alter the trajectory and cause a fall. The USEA has proposed a new rule to the USEF that would require MIM clips on all front rails of open oxers and either MIM clips or reverse pinning on back rails. The wording of the rule does allow the development of future frangible technologies other than the MIM clip to be used once developed. [US Proposes Extraordinary Rule Change]

If you’v ever wanted a backstage seat to a four-star, here’s your chance. Horse & Hound is offering a chance to win press accreditation to the Badminton CCI4*. Potential photographers must submit three photos to be evaluated and a winner will be chosen to receive the press pass. [Taken a Great Eventing Photo?]

Daniel Clasing and Kaitlin Spurlock are tackling a topic often ignored. While most eventers go after already broken horses for their sport horse prospect, the popularity of the unbroken sport horse is growing daily. Daniel and Kaitlin discuss some strategies for using groundwork to establish a relationship with your young horse. [Establishing a Relationship]

SmartPak Product of the Day: It’s time for the great migration south, which means everyone should make sure all of their travel gear is in order. One of my requirements for long trips is for my horses to wear a fly mask to protect their eyes from any bits of hay or straw that might get whipped through the wind. With one horse who can get a bit claustrophobic if I close up the trailer entirely except for windows and vents, protecting those eyes is an absolute necessity. [SmartPak]

Wednesday Video: Why do top professionals choose footing from Attwood Equestrian Surfaces?

Good Footing – Attwood Equestrian Surfaces from Bold Horse Media on Vimeo.

Today’s prize package from Fleeceworks includes an Easy Care Bamboo Modified/XC Pad!

Can you believe Christmas Eve is just four days away? We’ve given away some amazing prizes so far in EN’s 12 Days of Christmas, and you definitely don’t want to miss the final days as we count down to the grand finale on Friday. Today we’re teaming up with our awesome sponsor Fleeceworks to give away a prize package that includes a pad and wraps for your horse and slippers for you!

The Fleeceworks Easy Care Bamboo Modified/XC Pad is an anatomically correct, bamboo-lined jumping pad your horse will love. The underside of the pad features a layer of bamboo fiber behind cotton/poly to wick moisture, disburse heat and provide support for your horse’s back. Bamboo is known for its antibacterial properties, and you won’t find any foam filler in this pad!

You’ll also win two sets of Fleeceworks Easy Care Bamboo Quilted Leg Wraps in this prize package.

Today’s prize package also includes two sets of Fleeceworks Easy Care Bamboo Quilted Leg Wraps. These are traditional quilted leg made from cotton flannel and lined with bamboo batting, followed by a half-inch of mid-density foam. Like the pad, the bamboo in the leg wraps wicks moisture, diffuses heat build-up and provides support for the legs.

You also get a special treat for yourself in this prize package! The Fleeceworks Easy Care Bamboo Slides are super soft and perfect for tired feet at the end of a long horse show day. The same qualities that make bamboo such a fantastic material for pads and leg wraps also makes them ideal for slippers. You are going to love these!

Your feet will be cozy in these Fleeceworks Easy Care Bamboo Slides.

Best of all, the products Fleeceworks Easy Care Bamboo line are machine washable and dryer safe. Click here to check out the entire line. Enter to win this prize package, which is valued at $130, using the Rafflecopter widget below. Entries close at midnight EST. Good luck!