As the autumn draws in and the mornings and nights grow darker, high visibility safety equipment for horse and rider is essential for ensuring that you and your horse remain visible on the roads.

During the winter months, the light can fail quickly and without sufficient reflective gear, a horse and rider can be hard for motorists to spot especially on country roads with no street lighting. Without bright clothing, motorists may not notice equestrians until the last moment by which time it may be too late to take evasive action. Therefore it is imperative that riders take every measure to ensure that they are as visible as possible to other road users. With such a wide range of reflective equestrian clothing and horse tack available on the market, there is no excuse for riders to remain in the dark on the roads.

LunaRider's fantastic collection of high visibility wear for both horse and rider is a prime example of this and includes everything from reflective jackets and tabards to high visibility exercise sheets and bridle kits. From the horse's legs right up to the rider's head, LunaRider's extensive range will have you both glowing in the dark.

Designed with the outdoor equestrian in mind, the Luna reflective jacket is a smart and highly practical piece of equestrian clothing. With reflective bands running from top to bottom, car headlights will easily pick up the jacket making the rider easy to spot on roads. The jacket is also perfect for those rainy days thanks to its fully waterproof outer and hood and the abundance of pockets are great for keeping mobile phones and Polos in.

As with the jacket, the reflective chaps are not just a great safety item, made from waterproof material, they will also ensure that your legs stay warm, dry and mud-free when out on wet and muddy hacks.

For the horse, the bridle kit is a great reflective accessory for ensuring your horse is seen on the road. With hook and loop fastening, they are easy to attach and take off yet make all the difference to your horse's visibility on the roads.

On a chilly winter's evening, a hack can be less than appealing for both horse and rider, however, with Luna's reflective exercise sheet, the fleece lining will ensure that your horse stays nice and snug even during the chilliest weather. The bright reflective material will also ensure that passing cars should never fail to see you.

High visibility safety equipment is an absolute necessity during the autumn and winter months when light levels are low and the days are shorter. Wearing reflective clothing will help motorists spot you earlier thereby reducing the risk of an accident.