Charles Owen Signs Multi-Year Agreement with HITS to Honor Top Hunter Riders

SAUGERTIES, NY (January 6, 2014) – HITS, Inc. is pleased to announce that Charles Owen has signed a multi-year agreement to present the Leading Hunter Rider Award at HITS Thermal, HITS Saugerties and HITS Culpeper.

The Charles Owen Leading Hunter Rider will begin this winter at the 2014 HITS Desert Circuit and be presented each week in specified rated competition. The rider aboard the top-scoring horse will receive a Charles Owen Helmet.

In all, Charles Owen will present the award 21 times in 2014 as the sponsorship extends into HITS Saugerties and HITS Culpeper. “The HITS show series is a very important part of the U.S. equestrian culture and Charles Owen is delighted to be continuing our partnership with HITS,” said Managing Director, Roy Burek. “Charles Owen has been a staunch supporter of HITS for many years and we have some exciting plans in place to make 2014 the best year yet.”

About Charles Owen & Co.
Known throughout the world as the leader in equestrian helmet design, Charles Owen & Co. represents more than 100 years of innovation and style for a safer world. Each Charles Owen helmet is handcrafted using the highest quality materials. With the largest range of helmet styles and shapes, independently certified to up to four international equestrian safety standards, Charles Owen offers a wider range of protection in a potential accident. For further information, please visit www.charlesowen.com.


Photo by HITS Staff
Charles Owen Helmets on display at the HITS Desert Circuit. Weekly leading hunter riders will be able to take their pick in honor of their riding accomplishments.