Fabio Magni and Southern King V

Italian eventer Fabio Magni and Southern King V clear a jump in the cross-country phase of the Beijing Olympic three day event. Both horse and rider wear safety equipment. The horse wears protective leg gear. Its shoes have removable `caulks` similar to cleats on a human`s soccer shoe, that can be changed depending on the footing and event. The rider wears a helmet, gloves, a torso protector and tall boots. Eventers often wear team colors on their jerseys and helmet covers.