Riding and Road Safety Savvy Quiz

What kind of road rider are you?

32 – 50 points

You are a very safe and responsible rider and seem to be taking every safety precaution possible. While it’s important to stick to what you’re doing, just be careful that you don't forget to enjoy it too. After all, hacking out is supposed to be fun and it is still possible to ride safely in a relaxed confident manner.

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What kind of road rider are you?

16 – 31 points

Generally, you are a fairly responsible road rider, but you do have moments where you lapse and forget to take as much care as perhaps you should. It’s time to put a few more safety precautions in place.

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Err on the side of caution. Where roads are concerned, don’t take any risks.
Work on your confidence levels, which might involve getting some expert help and where possible ride out with someone on a calm, reliable horse. As well as wearing a hard hat and hi-vis gear, wearing a body protector and fitting a neck strap to your horse will not only keep you a safer it will help you feel safe and enhance your confidence, too.
Wear safety gear, which should at least include a hard hat and hi-vis gear – at least one item on you and your horse in case you become parted, although the more, the better.
Stay alert at all times. Listen out for vehicles, especially when approaching bends or riding on narrow lanes.
Indicate your intentions to other road users at all times. For example, when you want to make a turn or pull out to pass something. Equally show courtesy to drivers by remembering to thank those who slow down for you.
Make sure that your horse is safe to ride on the roads. If he’s a spooky type then get him used to various sights and sounds in a safer place, such as your arena or ride out with a steady reliable horse and stay on the inside to help improve his and your confidence. Remember that the roads are not a place to school any horse.
Take your BHS riding and road safety test if you haven’t already.
Make sure you tell someone where you are going before you set off for a hack, especially if you are going alone, and take a mobile phone with you – for emergency use only.
Check your insurance policy to make sure you are fully covered for any mishaps that might happen on the road. For example, third party liability and personal accident cover is essential as such claims can run to thousands if not hundreds of thousands of pounds, and veterinary fee cover will give you peace of mind that you will be able to afford the best treatment without delay in the event of injury.

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What kind of road rider are you?

0 – 15 points

How have you survived riding on the roads up until now? It’s definitely time to start taking a more responsible attitude to keep safe - you owe it to your horse and other road users as well as yourself. It seems you are very confident riding on the roads and get the most out of it, but don’t forget that accidents can happen – and often do when you least expect it - no matter how good a rider you are. Think about the routes you are going to ride and the potential hazards, and make sure you stay alert on the roads.

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What’s your attitude towards high-visibility gear?

I don't care what I look like, safety is an absolute priority for me at all times on the road.
I usually pop a tabard on if I remember.
There is no way I would be seen out on the roads in hi-vis gear!

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Do you wear protective clothing when riding?

Yes, I have my hard hat, body protector, proper riding boots and comfortable riding clothes.
When I think about it but generally just a hard hat.
Not really, I’m quite a skilled rider so usually wear whatever is clean.

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Which of these do you agree with most?
A road traffic accident…

Could happen to anyone at any time.
Only happens when drivers are not careful.
Wouldn’t happen to an experienced rider who has full control of their horse.

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Have you ever used your mobile phone while out riding on the roads?

I always carry a mobile with me, but only for emergency use. I would never use it while I was on my horse.
I don’t take a mobile out with me because then I can’t be tempted.
Yes, I see riding out as a great time to catch up with my friends.

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Do you have equine insurance of any kind?

Yes, I have a policy that fully covers me for all the activities I do with my horse.
I have third party liability cover only.
No, I don’t have any insurance.

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Have you passed your British Horse Society Riding and Road Safety test?

Yes, I thought this was quite important to have.
I didn’t know there was one.
I don’t need to take a test to know how to ride safely.

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How confident a rider are you?

Fairly confident, but I tend to stick to routes that I know and only ride on the safer roads.
Not very confident at all – I only hack out rarely and always with someone else.
Very confident - I don’t even think about it. I can ride with my eyes closed.

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Would you be prepared to ride someone else’s horse out on the roads?

Yes if I knew I was insured and knew the horse well.
No way.
I’m always riding other people’s horses out for them.

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Do you let anyone know where you are going and how long you will be when you hack out?

Yes I would never venture out alone without someone expecting me back at a certain time.
If I remember!
To be honest, that hadn’t really crossed my mind.

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How courteous are you to other road users?

I am very careful to thank motorists for slowing down and I try not to hold them up for long.
Sometimes I forget to say thank you because I ride along in my own little world.
A lot of other road users disrespect horses, so I tend to treat them how they treat me.

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Are you Riding and Road Safety Savvy?

What kind of road rider are you?

32 – 50 points

What kind of road rider are you?

16 – 31 points

What kind of road rider are you?

0 – 15 points

What’s your attitude towards high-visibility gear?

Do you wear protective clothing when riding?

Which of these do you agree with most?
A road traffic accident…

Have you ever used your mobile phone while out riding on the roads?

Do you have equine insurance of any kind?

Have you passed your British Horse Society Riding and Road Safety test?

How confident a rider are you?

Would you be prepared to ride someone else’s horse out on the roads?

Do you let anyone know where you are going and how long you will be when you hack out?

How courteous are you to other road users?

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Are you Riding and Road Safety Savvy?

What kind of road rider are you?

32 – 50 points

What kind of road rider are you?

16 – 31 points

What kind of road rider are you?

0 – 15 points

What’s your attitude towards high-visibility gear?

Do you wear protective clothing when riding?

Which of these do you agree with most?A road traffic accident…

Have you ever used your mobile phone while out riding on the roads?

Do you have equine insurance of any kind?

Have you passed your British Horse Society Riding and Road Safety test?

How confident a rider are you?

Would you be prepared to ride someone else’s horse out on the roads?

Do you let anyone know where you are going and how long you will be when you hack out?

How courteous are you to other road users?

Press Room

Events & Sponsorships

Vet of the Year

Lucinda Green

Which of these do you agree with most?
A road traffic accident…