Expert Testimonials: Veterinarians’ Views on the Blokit Brain Protector

Upon seeing the Blokit headstalls for the first time, it was immediately clear they were a great idea. Blokits are one of those things that make you say, “Why didn’t someone think of this years ago?” We installed them on our polo bridles and feel much better about the extra protection they provide to our horses. When the horse is safe, the rider is much safer too.

After nearly one year of experimenting with the Blokit brow bands on all of my horses, they have proven to be a valuable addition to the traditional leg wraps and tendon boots often seen in polo. Blokit prevented a painful mallet blow to one of my mare’s forehead, and protection from high velocity ball impact to the temples of two other mares thanks to the peripheral pads design. I highly recommend players consider adding Blokit brow bands to their horse’s safety gear.

“The Argentine Polo Association (AAP) is pleased to support and recognize the development of Blokit, a unique innovation in the protection of polo horses—indispensable athletes in our sport. The welfare and safety of horses have always been a priority for the AAP, and we believe that initiatives like this represent a significant advancement in equine care.

Blokit not only meets the demands of high-performance polo but also incorporates technology and designs focused on injury prevention and the horse’s comfort on the field. We congratulate Equine Protective Devices for its commitment to excellence and continuous improvement in the world of polo. We are confident that this product will make a difference in protecting our horses and contribute to the sustainable development of the sport. Sincerely,”

“This product is essential for the protection of horses. Those of us who love equines must thank Eduardo Amaya for taking the time to think of something as fundamental as protecting a horse’s brain.”

“Twenty-five years ago, an opposing player’s backhander struck the mare my son Marcos was riding right in the forehead’s vulnerable triangle. She collapsed, severing her spinal cord and dying instantly. Her 450 kg body rolled over Marcos, folding him like a book. I feared the worst, but at 20 years old and weighing only 70 kg, he miraculously came out unscathed. Eduardo, your invention will protect the vital man-horse bond in polo. Thank you, and keep going.”