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Kim and I both carried tools to contact help in an
emergency. We used them that day. Between the two
of us, we had cell phones, a personal locator beacon,
and a Garmin InReach. With these tools at her disposal,
Kim arranged for emergency transportation and even
let my wife know that there had been an accident. I was
awfully grateful that I had options other than sitting on
the side of a hill hoping that someone would come
along.
It’s important to carry communication devices that work for in the area you’re riding. Cell phones don’t work everywhere and not all messengers are created equally. I’ve tried others, that didn’t work, and I’m very glad that I could rely on my Garmin InReach when I needed it.
Wearing a helmet
Lastly, I was wearing a helmet. If scars are sexy my helmet should be in a pinup calendar. According to my helmet, my head hit a tree on my way to the ground. I certainly don’t remember it. Having a multitude of plates and pins in my shoulder is plenty. I’m glad I don’t have shiny hardware in my head as well.
If you choose to wear a helmet (and I hope that you do) make sure that it’s ASTM / SEI certified for equestrian use. My Troxel Sierra model took the beating so that my head didn’t. I guess it’s time for a new helmet.
Well, that’s about it for now. As you can see I’m still typing, slowly and with one hand but typing! I’ll be back in the saddle as soon as the docs give me the OK. For more trail riding tips and the world’s largest guide to horse trails and camps, visit www.TrailMeister.com.