Samshield

Here at Houghton Country we are proud stockists of a range of Samshield accessories and horse riding hats, including the popular Miss Shield and Shadowmatt fixed peak helmets. Samshield is a brand used and championed by top riders across a range of disciplines.

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Samshield Brunella Base Layer in Aubergine

£101.50 Was £145.00

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Samshield Chamonix Puffer Gilet in Navy

£174.30 Was £249.00

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Samshield Sierra Long Quilted Puffer Coat Navy

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Samshield Sierra Long Quilted Puffer Coat in Navy

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Samshield Miss Shield Shadowmatt 2.0 Alcantara Top Tiara Frontal Band Riding Hat Black

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Samshield Miss Shield Shadowmatt 2.0 Alcantara Top Tiara Frontal Band Riding Hat in Black

£520.00

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Samshield Adele 2.0 Knee Grip Breech Green

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Samshield Adele 2.0 Knee Grip Breech in Dark Forest

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Samshield V-Skin Swarovski Gloves in Black/Crystal

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Samshield ShieldRup Stirrups in Rose Gold

£349.00

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Samshield Balzane Winter Socks in Black

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Samshield Fly Veil Embroidery in Blue

£65.00

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Samshield Spineshield Embroidery Jump Saddle Pad Blue

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Samshield Spineshield Embroidery Jump Saddle Pad in Blue

£139.00

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Samshield Spineshield Embroidery Jump Saddle Pad Grey

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Samshield Spineshield Embroidery Jump Saddle Pad in Anthracite

£139.00

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Samshield Plastron Crystal in Holo

£85.00

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Samshield Miss Shield 2.0 Shadowmatt Ultra Fine Rocks Cosmic Nights Blazon Riding Hat Blue

Samshield Miss Shield 2.0 Shadowmatt Ultra Fine Rocks Cosmic Nights Blazon Riding Hat in Blue

£540.00

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Samshield Spineshield Embroidery Jump Saddle Pad Black

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Samshield Spineshield Embroidery Jump Saddle Pad in Black

£139.00

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Samshield Fly Veil Embroidery in Black

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Samshield Balzane Print Show Socks in Anthracite

£16.50

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Samshield Spineshield Jump Swarovski Saddle Pad Black

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Samshield Spineshield Jump Swarovski Saddle Pad in Black

£169.99

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Samshield Swarovski Fly Veil in Anthracite

£79.00

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Samshield Swarovski Fly Veil in Blue

£79.00

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Samshield Soundshield Swarovski Fly Veil Black

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Samshield Soundshield Swarovski Fly Veil in Black

£75.00

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Samshield Amalie Crystal Headband in Black

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Samshield Amalie Crystal Headband in Navy

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Samshield Amalie Crystal Headband in Mocha

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Samshield Balzane Winter Socks in Navy

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Since the conception of the brand in 2005, Samshield has established its place as a proposer of premium equestrian products, including their distinctive riding hats, and more recently rider accessories and clothing, too.

Samshield originated from founder Sam Maloigne's observation that there was a lack of customisation in the riding hats on the market at the time. Coming from a motocross background, where customised helmets are the riders' pride and joy, Maloigne sought to introduce this same customisation to the riding helmet industry, with safety as a priority.

Working together with his former employer Jim Jannard, who created Oakley eyewear, alongside a team of designers and riders, Maloigne set about to "launch a product only when you are sure that it will be the best of the market." The team believed in their products and created a brand that would offer a unique combination of protective technology, elegance and distinctiveness that quickly found its place in the equestrian safety market.

Samshield 2.0 vs the original Samshield riding hat

The Samshield 2.0 is the result of four years of research, offering improved fit, unprecedented comfort and optimised airflow in comparison with older Samshield hats. The 2.0 hats maintain current safety standards. The shape of the Samshield 2.0 shell is slightly rounder and deeper than the original Shadowmatt and Miss Shield, improving the positioning of the harness for a closer feel. New ventilation points maximise airflow and new edging gives the opportunity for more crystals to be added.

Samshield safety standards

Samshield helmets undergo impact tests, lateral deformation tests, and penetration tests. Samshield helmets meet CE EN1384:2017 and ASTM F1163-15 SEI safety standards, so meet the current regulations on safety standards in riding hats.

Caring for a Samshield helmet

Samshield helmets should be stored away from sources of heat and out of direct sunlight. If your Samshield riding hat gets wet, for example in the rain, leave it to dry naturally. A micro fibre cloth can then be used once the hat has dried to polish any watermarks out of the shell. The liners of Samshield hats are machine washable at 30°. It is recommended you replace your riding hat after 5 years or after a fall, whichever comes first, as one impact will significantly compromise the hat's ability to absorb impact from a fall.

The Samshield manufacturing process

Samshield are a French company and their riding hats are made in a workshop in France, where members of the team work to assemble each part of the helmet individually. The polycarbonate inner shell is covered by hand with premium materials including premium leathers, Alcantara® or Crystal Fabric Swarovski®, for example. If you choose for your hat to be customised with Swarovski® crystals, the crystals are individually clinched on by hand by a goldsmith. Samshield helmets are made with great diligence, and this is why bespoke orders can take a while to manufacture.

Samshield custom orders waiting times

A Samshield custom-made riding hat usually takes up to 8 weeks to arrive, from you designing your new hat to it arriving into stock with us. In busy periods, such as in the run-up to Christmas, it can take a little longer.

Samshield aftercare?

In the event of a fall, Samshield will examine your Samshield riding hat to assess damage. They are then happy to replace damaged parts at a cost of €50, or replace the helmet if it is less than 2 years old if required. This service is available until the hat is 5 years old. The warranty on Samshield riding hats in case of a defect is one year. For more information on how to send your riding hat back to Samshield after a fall, consult their website. No more worrying about falling off the first day you wear your new hat!

Samshield's R&D team continue to improve existing designs and generate new ones. In recent years, they have expanded their collection to include accessories and clothing, using engineers' technical vision combined with the innovative approach of young designers. The brand is a pioneer of innovation and continues to listen to young professional riders' needs in order to continue developing and meeting the demands of an evolving sport and increasing science.

Wondering whether a Samshield riding hat is the right riding hat for you? Read our Tried & Tested review!

Check out our full range of fixed peak riding hats here.