While the concept of clothing rental is not new, The Handy Horseman was created to bring a fresh take to the equestrian world. The Handy Horseman is an online rental service which provides competition apparel on a 1-4 week basis. This service is great for any horseman in need of a hunt coat, shadbelly or other show apparel for an upcoming event. Are you a parent trying to keep up with a growing kiddo, but hate to spend the money on something they'll just outgrow next year? Or are you an avid competitor who enjoys the latest trends in the equestrian world, but isn't fond of the financial commitment? Renting from The Handy Horseman is the perfect option for you!

Affordability- It's no secret that the sport requires a huge financial commitment, from finding an equine partner, to acquiring the appropriate equipment and apparel. Enter into the competition world and that cost continues to multiply! Clothing brands like Charles Ancona, Equiline and Cavalleria Toscana can cost hundreds, if not thousands of dollars. By providing the option to rent vs. buy, The Handy Horseman offers riders an opportunity to participate in an

Sustainability- Like most high dollar industries, horseback riding can foster a culture of frivolous spending, which leads to fast fashion, manufacturing waste, and an overall direct negative impact on our environment. By renting vs. buying, we are encompassing the slogan, "Reduce, Reuse, Recycle." Along those same lines, The Handy Horseman is committed to eco-friendly shipping practices-specifically reusable packaging. The Handy Horseman continues to invest in recycled and sustainable materials in the form of reusable mailers, garment bags and more.

Inclusivity- Throughout history, recreational equestrian activities have been exclusive to an elite class. The sport has often rewarded those who fit inside a certain "box" of characteristics, including size, body shape, ability level, and more. At The Handy Horseman, we strive to provide apparel options for all bodies, styles and disciplines! We currently offer sizing from Kids 8, to *Ladies XXL (US 20/22). But we won't stop there-our goal is to carry Toddler, Boys, and Men's sizing as well! And while we specialize in English styles such as Hunter/Jumper and Equitation, we hope to offer Dressage, Foxhunting and even Western disciplines in the future!

*The Handy Horseman is an ally of the LGBTQIA+ community. The use of gendered language is only to match clothing companies' terminologies in order to provide accurate and universal standards of sizing.*