Helmet Testimonials & Reviews

100% confident in these helmets to protect my daughter's head!

Kayla G.
100% confident in these helmets to protect my daughter's head! Here is proof to any skeptical parent not wanting to spend the money... I will say, it's much cheaper than a hospital bill would be!
I am so glad she had on her TroxelTerrain helmet with MIPS technology to add the extra layer of brain protection during angled impacts! This helmet was a lifesaver during this rotational fall from her horse. She broke her helmet during this fall and we immediately ordered another one! I recommend not only the Troxel helmets but highly recommend the MIPS technology!! My 8 year old daughter immediately jumped up, caught her horse, and rode out of the arena after this fall. The only thing hurt was her ego and I 100% believe it was because of this helmet.

This Helmet Saved My Life

Weaver Leather
I’ve never been the type to wear a helmet while riding. Honestly, I didn’t think it would make a difference—until it did.

Not long ago, I decided to try out a new helmet I bought from Troxel while out mustering. One moment I was on horseback working with the cattle—and the next, I remember waking up in the hospital, surrounded by doctors asking me questions: my name, where I work, what day it was. I couldn’t remember a thing.

The first clear image I had was my mum holding my riding helmet. That’s when I realized I must’ve had an accident. The doctors told me that if I hadn’t been wearing that helmet, I might not have made it. It took the brunt of the impact—something my head alone couldn’t have withstood.

I’m still recovering, but I was sent home from the hospital today. Hopefully, it’s smooth sailing from here. I just want to say a heartfelt thank you to Troxel. Your helmet protected me from what could’ve been a life-ending accident.

This was a photo taken about an hour before I had my accident.

It Would Have Ended a Lot Worse

Michael Matter
I never was really a helmet person until I started my young horse... Now, I'm glad I wear one with him. It looks like I'm going to need a new helmet and some pain killers. My helmet cracked all the way through. My horse, MC, got the best of me yesterday. Another horse decided to tear it up in his field while MC and I were passing, which triggered a full speed buck and twist fit in an open field. He wanted to play too! I didn't win.

Thank God I was wearing a helmet. My lower back/tail bone isn't feeling too great though.

It would've ended a lot worse if I wasn't wearing it.

• Jessica B.

She was Saved by Her Sunflower Helmet

Michael Matter
Makayla Maddie, 14-year-old and WPRA JR in the 2021 standings right now, fell off her horse Friday night in Ocala, FL. She was saved by her sunflower helmet! The very next night she got right back on the same horse and made a fast run just tipping the first clocking a 14.260! Proud mom moment! I am confident she would have been in the hospital if she was not wearing a helmet.

She asked me to share with Troxel to bring awareness to the sport of barrel racing. So many in our beloved western sport do not wear a helmet. Maybe her video might save someone’s head!

Her Horse Tripped and Fell

Michael Matter
My 12 yr old daughter Macie Fouraker and her horse Sassy this past Friday night 9/25 in Jacksonville Fl @ the NBHA Shamrock Showdown..her horse tripped and fell on her...she was unconscious for 5 to 7 mins...rescue took her to Wolfson's Childrens Hospital she has a severe concussion..the doctors and neurologists have assured us her helmet may have saved her life! We are so grateful that we have always made her wear a helmet! We really want to share with everyone how important it is!

My Horse Galloped Away

Michael Matter
Today I was riding my mare Chicka. She cantered out of the arena and down a steep hill with loads of broken ground. She bucked and I fell off landing head first on rock heard dirt. I’m so, so thankful that I was wearing my Troxel helmet, it is what saved me today.

I Was Clinically Pronounced Unresponsive

Melissa Breslin
Here's why I wear a helmet. My day started out like many have. I took my oldest son to school. Housework was done. I decided I was going to take my big guy (18.2h Percheron) out for a little ride in the lot before I had to go pick my son up from school. My husband (3rd shifter), asleep on the couch...

It Was Split In Half

Melissa Breslin
About 19 years ago, I didn't wear helmets, only when truly needed. One of our foals I was training was noted to buck whenever he wanted. ... After that, no matter what horse I am on, I wear a helmet.

She Has Never Tried Anything Crazy

Melissa Breslin
I took my horse out, she is green broke but a good girl and has never ever tried anything crazy with me. We decided to attempt a trail ride for the 1st time ever, wasn't alone. ... I had a bruised hip but my head was perfectly fine. Also, my horse was OK also.

A Concussion and Two Black Eyes

Melissa Breslin
A bad accident (over my horse's head hitting the ground forehead first) many years ago left me with a concussion 2 black eyes and no broken bones. I am alive because I wore my Troxel helmet. —Emily

I Got Another Sunrise

Melissa Breslin
I was on a training ride (endurance) with friends. I don't remember the 4 days before or 2 weeks after... The only reason I'm here is I was face down in a pothole and my helmet. I get another sunrise.

My Helmet Literally Saved My Life

Melissa Breslin
My helmet literally saved my life. I was in a Troxel when my OTTB took off and took a sharp turn at the gallop and threw me through a paddock fence. The fence was broken by my head and my helmet was cracked all the way through on the back. That would have been my head and my brains on the ground. I’m so thankful for my helmet!

My Daughter Is Very Lucky

Melissa Breslin
My daughter is very lucky. She was getting on one of our horses who was still a bit green... Doctors told us without the helmet it could have been much worse than just a headache.

The Worst Experience Of My Life

Weaver Leather
I was running in the youth and my normally sure-footed horse stumbled and fell with me. When he fell, my head hit so hard that it broke the back of my helmet! Definitely the worst experience of my life. very thankful for my helmet ensuring that I didn’t obtain a concussion from this.

I Was At A Pretty Fast Canter

Teneleven Admin
It was a normal day and I was out riding my mayor which I had had for four months. ... If I didn’t have that helmet on, I probably would’ve had to have stitches.

My Helmet Cracked

Teneleven Admin
I am 61-years-old and have moved to western trail from the English ring. ... My helmet is now in my trailer tack room as a reminder to myself to ALWAYS put it on, no question.

Helmet Versus Tree

Christine Lee
I was riding in the mountains with my two girlfriends 2.5 months ago. ... 100% guarantee that without the helmet and how hard I hit that tree, I would not be here today! Now I need a new helmet!

Thank You For Protecting My Daughter's Head

Christine Lee
Thank you Troxel Helmets for protecting my daughter's head! ... Thank you Troxel!

Thank You For A Great Product

Christine Lee
I rode horses off and on since I was 8 never using a helmet... They said my right lung was in distress and bruised ribs. They asked if I hit my head. I said yes, but was wearing a helmet and I never lost consciousness.

Thank you so very much for such a great product.

If I Had My Helmet On...

Christine Lee
On Sunday I learned the importance of a helmet. ... If I had my helmet on, I probably would have just had a concussion or maybe not even that.

I Had An Extremely Bad Crash

Christine Lee
I am a grateful Troxel supporter!... When I fell at canter speed, all I remember is my head hitting the ground. Without this helmet, I could have made my children mother-less...

It Was A Simple Trail Ride

Christine Lee
I've ridden for 30+ years without a helmet... Now its every ride every time for me!

Please Wear Your Helmets

Christine Lee
I have been riding since I was six-years-old... Thank you Troxel for keeping me safe! Fellow Equestrians, please wear helmets so you can enjoy many more rides on your Equine Companion.

That Crack Would Have Been My Head!

Christine Lee
Every Ride, Every Time. I started wearing a Troxel Helmet from then on!