World Intellectual Property Organization handled the Patent Cooperation Treaty for the Hocket that was filed as PCT/EP2015/052358 and the patent is approved.

It is possible to combine different sizes. Therefore, it is easy to find the right combination and fit for the individual sporthorse.

Combine a correctly fitted Hocket Body size (covering back/sides/stomach) with a separate selected size of Hocket Front.

Add a removable Hocket Neck in the right size. The Hocket fits your horse, no matter their conformation.

The Hocket system enables the horse to move ergonomically whilst eating, stationary and in motion. As well as minimizing the effort for the handler.

The fastenings/openings are placed on the sides so that they don’t disturb the horse and make it more ergonomic and safer for you to handle.

They can be opened with one hand, even when wearing gloves. 

All components and different parts are carefully selected according to high environmental standards.

We believe our products should last a long time. They should not have a negative impact on humans, animals or the environment.

Therefor we make sure that we use OEKO-TEX® and bluesign® as much as possible.

The soft front flex with durable 4D-spacer combined with protective foam that makes it ultra comfortable.

It's shaped around sensitive areas to give maximum flexibility and softness. The soft front flex reduces pressure and increases circulation and has no buckles against the neck.

The shape follows the top of the horse’s shoulder blade. The cushion ensures that the wither section is extra long and effective. Springy, flexible, breathable, light, soft, shaped foam.

The pressure-relieving pillows eliminate much of the pressure that otherwise naturally arises on the wither.

Especially on the sloping backside, when the horse bends its head to eat. Seams around the bridged construction are hidden so rubbing is eliminated.

Equifleece is quick drying with good wicking properties.

The moisture management knit construction makes sure that the moisture is pulled away from the body and transferred to the outer surface for faster evaporation.

Comfortable microclimate with high air circulation from the skin, without any damp feeling.

Designed with an unmatched, cutting-edge technology.

The moisture-wicking carbon-blended Equifleece is extremely breathable with a fantastic wicking capability.

The nice feel, breathability, lightness and all year round comfort that the Coolmax® fabric brings to the skin gives us peace of mind. 

All openings are placed on the sides, so they don't affect the horse’s movement or create rubs and injuries.

We have included a double safety system in relevant areas of the Hocket to ensure the safety of the horse and make it easy to handle.

The Nylon 6 buckles are strong and flexible without sharp edges and is very easy to open with just one hand.

The buckles works even in cold weather conditions.

The unique design closes snugly around the abdomen. Protecting the skin and internal organs from cold, wet and wind.

The belly-straps are totally stretchable. Increasing comfort and safety, especially when the horses lie down or take a deep breath.

The buckles are strong and flexible. Without sharp edges or hard metal.

The straps can be adjusted to fit the individual horse.

To control weather and wind, the entire Hocket® is swept into a structure with zippers on the side.

It is also well shaped to ensure there are no gaps when the horse lowers its head. The neck consists of twelve major parts, as well as many smaller ones. Ensuring that the underside of the neck is well protected, even when the horse is in motion.

To get it a snug fit around the head – it’s possible to adjust it with elasticated bands.

Shaped around the hind area with carefully placed darts and seams. Creates a snug fit around the body, without bulky intakes.

The elastic and soft construction of the tail strap is without any hard buckles to minimize the risk of chafing and ensures that wind and cold cannot creep in.

Patented, soft, elasticated, adjustable tail strap that moves along with the horse.

Flexible cover of the elasticated tail strap to protect against dirt.

All components and different parts are carefully selected and used according to high environmental standards.

The products should not affect either humans or animals in a negative way, even though we borrow resources from mother earth.

Produced in Europe in a truly sustainable way.

The A Step Ahead Hocket® is produced in Europe. In Europe we meet and exceed the world’s most demanding environmental law and policy regulations. As set by the European Union.

The Hocket Neck is shaped around the withers without gaps to eliminate wind, regardless of movement or if the horse has its head down.

No buckles on the Hocket Neck, just zipper, velcro and snap-button placed on the side in a position to make it more comfortable for your horse when having the head down + it is easier to handle.

The products must be as good for the horses as they are for the environment. That is why we use OEKO-TEX® textiles. 

Please read more in the specification below.

Coolmax® fibre-based
moisture systems are an effective functional material. The system moves sweat away from the body, through the fabric, where it can evaporate quickly, allowing horses to feel cooler and more comfortable.

The nice feel, breathability, lightness and all year round comfort that the Coolmax® fabric brings to the skin gives us peace of mind. The Coolmax® fabric that we use is produced in Europe under bluesign® and with OEKO-TEX®.

We want to make sure the products are as good for the horses as they are for the environment, therefore we use bluesign® textiles.

Please read more in the specification below.