The most important piece of your wardrobe - a helmet.  Even on the safest horses, accidents happen.  Mel doesn't put a foot in the stirrup without a OneK Helmet on. These helmets are so well ventilated you'll forget you're even wearing it.  She schools in the Defender black suede and Avance with rose gold stripes. To show she likes a bit more flare and chooses the Defender blue Celestial helmet.Mel especially loves the removable liners that she can easily throw in the washer and eliminate dirt and sweat build up.  Whether your taste is very simple or extravagant, they carry a style and fit to match you perfectly.  

English Riding Supply is one of America's largest equine product distributor.  Not only do they represent brands like Romfh, One K, and Ovation, but other brands you're familiar with like Happy Mouth Bits and Veredus.  From barn supplies to show apparel, ERS is serving your favorite brands to tack shops in your area no matter where you are! Mel is grateful to be partnered with a company that continually allows for growth.  With customer care being their top priority you can be sure that the product you are purchasing will hold its value.  If you're a tack shop owner or aspiring owner, ERS is the first call you should make for the best name brand equine products on the market!

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Looking great doesn't have to break the bank.  Ovation riding apparel has an extensive line of moderately priced equestrian wear for all disciplines of English riding!  From the schooling at home to the CDI ring, Mel enjoys their comfortable materials and simple, yet flattering designs. Ovation also has competitively priced horse wear, tack,  and riding boots!  Ovation can supply yours and your horse's entire wardrobe on a budget during all 4 seasons with an extensive line of summer and winter tack and apparel.

Have your gloves ever gotten so damp and sweaty on a hot summer show day that all the sudden your reins start slipping out of your hands?  If so, then it's time to make the switch to Roeckl gloves. Mel is proud to be among the top dressage riders in the world riding in Roeckl gloves. You'll enjoy the perfect fit, tactical fingers for smartphone use, and the no slip grip!  With so many different styles and colors there is a glove to match every outfit and every occasion. 

Romfh equestrian apparel expertly combines comfort, style, fit and performance.  Their innovative and fun designs are eye capturing, yet truly professional.  Mel feels her most confident when she can express her individuality through their unique colors and designs, but also ride comfortably under the hot Florida sun.  The material remains cool and drying even on the hottest Summer days.  The flattering cuts are perfectly suited to a woman's curves making the apparel flattering on and off the horse. With new designs coming out seasonally, be sure to check out their website so you can be the trendsetter in your area this season!

The Thinline products have maintained a permanent residence in Mel's tack room since her FEI Junior days in 2008.  There is nothing on the market that compares to the Trifecta saddle pads' shock absorption capabilities.  These products are great for both horse and rider.  That's why they are endorsed by spinal surgeons to reduce rider's back impact.  Mel has dealt with a sensitive lower back due to a L4/L5 disc issue, but riding on the Thinline pads has significantly controlled her back pain throughout the years.

While the half pads are what Thinline is most commonly known for, they offer so many other amazing products.  Mel also loves the english reins that are wrapped in Thinline technology.  Use code  Montagano15 for 15% off your online order! 

As a professional dressage trainer, I sit in a lot of different saddles. While there are many brands available and the options are endless, I have always gravitated towards Trilogy saddles. I have known the owner, Debbie Witty, for over a decade and have always admired her professionalism, attention to detail and customer service.  Purchasing a new saddle is a big investment, but Debbie and her exceptional team of saddle fitters give you confidence in your purchase. My two favorite models are the OG Verago and Amadeo.  I find my chronic back pain is soothed and protected in the Trilogy saddles and our PPHUSA clients feel the same! We are proud to be aligned with this iconic brand. 

ProElite feed, owned by Cargill, is the only feed that Mel trusts in her feed room.  With their unbeatable high quality nutrition standards, this line has made all the difference in her horses' body condition, coat and overall appearance. 

Because Mel has an extensive background in equine nutrition due to her Pre-Veterinary degree and time in the equine feed sales industry she can effectively discern between different quality of feeds.  She believes that each horse needs a customized nutrition plan to suit their individual needs.  That's why Mel works closely with the ProElite representatives to monitor closely the horses' body condition score.  There can only be one best, and ProElite is certain the best equine feed on the market!