42/ FEBRUARY 2024 THE RIDER


Lake Placid Horse Shows Select Allen Rheinheimer as New Manager Longtime Show Manager, Judge and Course Designer Brings Over 35 Years of Equestrian Experience


Lake Placid, NY – January 29, 2024 – The Lake Placid Horse Shows (LPHS) Sposnored by Bain- bridge Farms, LLC, and Presented by Sea Shore Stables, LLC, have selected Allen Rheinheimer as their new horse show manager. Located in the historic Olympic town of


Lake Placid, NY, the annual Lake Placid Horse Shows celebrate 55 years of equestrian tradition when they return to the beautiful North Elba Show- grounds, June 25-July 7. Lake Placid offers two weeks of exciting equestrian competition in a set- ting no other horse show can match, surrounded by breathtaking views of the Adirondack Mountains and the chance to enjoy countless activities that help make the Lake Placid Horse Shows, “The Best Two Weeks of a Horseman’s Summer!” Rheinheimer joins LPHS with over 35 years


of experience in equine competition production. He currently oversees more than 18 major eques- trian events each year and has worked with the teams at many prestigious horse shows including the Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows, Trader’s Point Hunt Charity Horse Show, the Hampton Classic and Classic Company shows such as the Gulf Coast Winters Classic Series. Rheinheimer has officiated at several more


events as an “R” rated Jumper Judge and course designer, including Devon, the National Horse Show and Pennsylvania National Horse Show. He served as the National Course Designer for the


National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, serving as both the Technical Coordinator and General Man- ager of Production. “Throughout his years in the industry, Allen


has played an integral role in helping many horse shows,” said Philip Richter, Chairman of the Lake Placid Horse Show Association. “His experience managing some of our sport’s biggest events is im- pressive, and we are thrilled to welcome him to our Lake Placid family as we plan to celebrate our 55th anniversary. “We also want to extend our deepest thanks


to Michael Morrissey and David Distler who have guided us for many years. Their expertise and com- mitment to the Lake Placid Horse Shows served us well, and we will forever be in their debt. We thank them both for all they did for our horse shows.” Celebrating 55 years of equestrian tradition


Allen Rheinheimer


2010 World Equestrian Games and was production manager for six FEI World Cup Finals in Las Vegas (2000, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2009 and 2015). The President and Owner of Showtime Jumps, LLC, he also has 23 years of experience with the Wrangler


and awarding more than $600,000 in prize money, LPHS hosts competitions for riders of all levels and ages ranging from young children on polished ponies, to glistening hunters, to Olympic veterans aboard their grand prix mounts. Competition at the North Elba Showgrounds is held in four spectacu- lar show rings – the Richard M. Feldman Grand Prix Field, the E.R. Mische Jumper Ring, the Equi- Jet Main Hunter Ring, and the Kovacs Williams Hunter Ring. A USEF Heritage Competition, the LPHS shows are part of the World Championship Hunter


Rider (WCHR) Awards Program and feature classes that are part of the Show Jumping Hall of Fame Jumper Classic Series, North American League (NAL) and Washington International Horse Show (WIHS) series. The LPHS also offers superb shopping in the


boutique vendor area. Local Adirondack artists, products, clothing and apparel are featured, as well as real estate, photography, a variety of equine-re- lated shops, a booth with official Lake Placid Horse Shows commemorative sportswear and mer- chandise, and an assortment of dining options with culinary delights. Many special events also take place throughout the horse shows that are fun and entertaining for the whole family. There are endless activities to do away from


the horse show while in the Lake Placid region, making it the ideal vacation spot for families com- ing to the horse shows. Outdoor activities include kayaking, tubing, hiking, fishing, boating, cycling, paddling, rock climbing, swimming, golf and so much more. The quaint town of Lake Placid also has a great variety of shops and a plethora of restaurants. The Lake Placid Horse Show Association,


Inc. is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit charitable organi- zation. Further information is available by calling the Lake Placid Horse Show Association at 518- 523-9625 or online at www.lakeplacidhorse- shows.org.


New Name for Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrian™


Lexington, Kentucky – Jan- uary 25, 2024 – Equestrian Events, Inc. (EEI), producer of the world-renowned Ken- tucky Three-Day Event, is thrilled to announce a new name for the event in 2024 – the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrian™. The event returns to the Kentucky Horse Park, April 25-28, 2024. The Defender Ken-


announce a new name for our world-class event – the Defender Kentucky Three- Day Event,” said Erin Woodall, Executive Director of EEI. “The Kentucky Three-Day Event has a rich history of inspiring people to overcome obstacles on any terrain, a quality that ap- plies equally well to De- fender. This year promises to be a great year for our event with many exciting changes in the works, none of which would be possible without the support of De- fender and our other gener- ous sponsors.” Defender was promi-


Equestrian™ features one of only seven annual Five Star three-day events in the world. Known as “The Best Weekend All Year,” the event annually attracts nearly 90,000 spectators who also enjoy extensive shopping, a variety of hospi- tality experiences and a wide array of demonstra- tions. In addition to the tra- ditional CCI5*-L, the event also features the Cosequin® Lexington 4* and Kentucky CSI4* Invitational Grand Prix presented by Hagyard Equine Medical Institute. “We are delighted to


tucky Three-Day Event pre- sented


by MARS


support, Defender returns as the Official Luxury Auto- motive Vehicle of the De- fender Kentucky Three-Day Event and as title sponsor of the Defender/USEF CCI5*- L Eventing National Cham- pionship presented by MARS Equestrian for the event’s U.S. athletes. The event’s Sponsor Courtyard will also feature the De- fender Experience, De- fender Drives and the Defender Junior Drive Ex- perience. During Saturday’s


fender and the equestrian lifestyle. Representing over 70 years of innovation and improvement, Defender blends extraordinary capa- bility within a reductive, modern and purposeful de- sign. Defender’s distinctive exterior instantly demon- strates the vehicle’s charac- ter, while the cabin features advanced, intuitive tech- nologies to ensure full con- nectivity through modern adventures. With its expanded


Equestrian, the Cosequin® Lexington 4*-S, and the Kentucky CSI4* Invita- tional Grand Prix presented by Hagyard Equine Medical Institute is available at https://www.kentuckythree- dayevent.com/.


About Equestrian Events, Inc.


Inc. (EEI) is a non-profit charitable Kentucky corpo- ration that was established initially to produce the 1978 World Three-Day Event


The iconic Defender Head of the Lake complex © Red Bay Group


cross-country phase, the De- fender Tailgate will be the best way to experience the day, providing up-close views of horses and riders on course. Popular spots on course will include the iconic Defender Head of the Lake complex, featuring ar- tisan carvings,


nently featured during the 2023 event, and this year’s event will again highlight the synergy between De-


Chief Marketing Officer, JLR North America, said, “We are pleased to continue the title sponsorship of one of the premier equestrian events in the world, the De- fender Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrian. The Defender is an ideal partner for the equestrian lifestyle, thanks to its purposeful design and exceptional capability. We


CCI5*-L and the Defender Offroad for the CCI4*-S. Charlotte Blank, U.S.


for the


look forward to continued relationships with the com- munity and showcasing the Defender lifestyle at future events. Lastly, we wish all the competitors the best of luck during this legendary competition.”


Defender


Three-Day Event pre- sented by MARS Eques- trian™ The Defender Ken-


Kentucky


tucky Three-Day Event (K3DE) is a thrilling multi- day competition featuring Olympic-level riders and horses in what can best be described as an equestrian triathlon. Horse and rider


Defender/USEF CCI5*-L Eventing National Champi- onship presented by MARS Equestrian for the U.S. ath- letes. Rolex is the Official Timepiece and Event Part- ner.


the Cosequin® Lexington 4*-S runs concurrently with the CCI5*-L competition, featuring the three phases of eventing – dressage, cross country and show jumping. The Cosequin® Lexington 4*-S offers $25,000 prize money. Tickets for viewing the Cosequin® Lexington


Cosequin® Lexington CCI4*-S Introduced in 2021,


CCI5*-L level. K3DE is the largest and longest-running Five Star event in the Amer- icas and as the United States’ premier event, it also serves


as the


pairs compete in three phases of the competition – Dressage, Cross-Country and Show Jumping – for $400,000 in prize money to those competing at


4*-S are included when pur- chasing the K3DE tickets.


the


tucky CSI4* Invitational Grand Prix presented by Hagyard Equine Medical Institute will take place on Saturday afternoon, April 27, after the cross-country portion of the K3DE. As part of the competition, there will also be a $35,000 Welcome Speed Cup Rank- ing Class on Friday in the Rolex Stadium, after the day’s K3DE dressage com- petition. In addition to the new 4* level for the 2024 Grand Prix, there will be a new $35,000 1.45m Two- Phase during the lunch hour on Saturday, April 27. No stadium seat ticket is re- quired for Friday’s Ranking Class. For more Grand Prix information, please visit ht tps: / /kentuckythree- dayevent.com/grand-prix/.


Kentucky CSI4* Invita- tional Grand Prix pre- sented by Hagyard Equine Medical Institute The $225,000 Ken-


Equestrian Events,


about the Defender Ken- tucky Three-Day Event pre- sented


by MARS Further information


Championships at the Ken- tucky Horse Park. Follow- ing the success of those championships, EEI estab- lished an annual event that evolved into the world- renowned Kentucky Three- Day Event, which draws nearly 90,000 spectators to the Kentucky Horse Park each year. EEI added the Kentucky CSI Invitational Grand Prix in 2018, the Lexington CCI4*-S in 2021, and also produces other events. EEI supports several local and equine charities and has donated more than $725,000 to vari- ous charities since 2011. For more information, please visit www.eq-events.com.


Dressage at Devon Announces 2024 Show Dates!


Join us this fall, Septem-


ber 24th - 29th, 2024, for our 49th annual breed & dressage show. As is tradi- tion, the USEF Heritage Competition opens on Tues- day, September 24th with one of the largest open- breed shows in the world. DaD's Breed Division is both a USDF Breeders Championship Series Qual- ifier and East Coast Final. Three days of competition feature foals, young horses, and mature breeding stock from all breeds competing for a championship spot in the USDFBCS East Coast Final, as well as our beloved Individual Breed Classes. The Dressage at Devon


Performance Division offers both CDI and national level classes. The CDI classes feature World Cup qualifiers culminating in the Grand


Prix Musical Freestyle on Saturday night. Other offer- ings include qualifying classes for Children, Ponies, juniors, Young Riders, and Under 25 (U25). Addition- ally, 1*, 2*, 3* and Adult Amateur competitions are offered. National classes


level include Fourth


Level, Young Horses, and FEI Test of Choice classes. In addition to the six


days of world-class compe- tition, Dressage at Devon holds true to its roots aiming to provide unique, educa- tional experiences every year. In 2024, competitors and exhibitors can expect a brand new clinician for this year's highly anticipated Master Class, as well as ed- ucational lectures, seminars, and so much more.


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