Is there any difference between riding hats and skulls?
There are three basic types of horse riding hats as follows: Classic Riding Hat This is a traditional velvet riding hat with a hard peak usually available in black, brown and navy. Skull Cap or Jockey Cap This is a riding hat with no peak traditionally worn by jockeys but now a popular riding hat amongst leisure riders and competitors in other equestrian sports also. Peaked covers, known as silks can be placed over the top of the skull cap and these covers are available in velvet to give the appearance of a classic riding hat, brightly coloured material giving the appearance of a jockey’s cap and there are also novelty silks with eyes, ears, etc sewn on that are popular with young children. Endurance Skull Protector This is a riding hat which looks similar to a cycle helmet and is extremely lightweight and ventilated for comfort in warm weather. I personally like the traditional riding hats as they look more posh with a peak at the front. They look better in shows too. As for safety, t
