No rider expects to have the kind of fall from her horse that will change her life forever. Though every ride has the inherent potential for an accident, certain safety measures, like wearing a helmet, can help you focus more on enjoying the sport, rather than dwelling on the associated risks. Much like when you wear a seatbelt in the car, wearing a helmet won’t prevent the unforeseeable from happening. However, it is a defense against injury and in protecting a rider’s head, a helmet protects her future. Helmets matter for all athletes in sports where the risk of head injuries is high, and equest