Mounted search and rescue

[ALLEN SNYDER <allendana1@sbcglobal.net>]

I have not seen anything about not using reflective tape on ASTM certified 
riding helmets.  I am not a climber, but what is their rationale?  The more 
visible, the better on horseback in the woods/terrain?  In several of my tack 
catalogs, they sell reflective leg and tail bands for horses along with 
reflective vests.  I wonder if you would need to acclimate the horses to the 
reflective stuff for those that may be spooked by it at first. 

Jorene Downs <Jorene@CEOates.com> wrote:  From: "IRVIN LICHTENSTEIN" 
> One last step-- put reflective tape or stick ons on your helmet, 
> especially
> for after dark or in reduced visibility.

I've heard from several sources to not put stickers (or paint) on climbing 
helmets used in technical rescue. I'm wondering if there are similar 
manufacturer warnings related to riding helmets ... ?

-Jorene


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