About Our Authors

At iRide EQ, we believe that trustworthy equestrian content starts with real people who live and breathe horses. Every guide, product review, and care article on our blog is written by riders, coaches, and equine professionals with decades of hands-on experience. Our editorial team combines practical know-how with a commitment to accuracy, so you can make confident decisions for your horse and your riding journey.

Sarah Mitchell — Equestrian Editor & Senior Riding Correspondent

Sarah Mitchell brings over 20 years of riding experience to her role as Equestrian Editor at iRide EQ. Her equestrian journey spans multiple disciplines, including show jumping, dressage, and eventing, and she has competed at state level in New South Wales. As a former pony club instructor and a qualified Equestrian Australia Level 1 coach, Sarah has spent much of her career helping other riders develop their skills, confidence, and partnership with their horses.

Today, Sarah channels that deep practical expertise into the iRide EQ blog, where she reviews gear, tests products in real-world conditions, and writes detailed buying guides for the Australian equestrian community. She understands that the right equipment can make a meaningful difference to both horse and rider, and she is passionate about helping readers cut through marketing noise to find gear that genuinely performs.

Based in New South Wales, Sarah continues to ride and train regularly, ensuring her advice is always grounded in current, first-hand experience rather than theory alone.

Areas of expertise:

• Saddle fit
• Competition preparation
• Bridle selection
• Rider safety
• Equestrian apparel

James Alcott — Horse Health & Care Writer

James Alcott is an equine science graduate with 15 years of hands-on experience caring for horses across New South Wales and Victoria. His career began on the ground as a stablehand and track work rider, roles that gave him an intimate understanding of day-to-day horse management, from early morning feeding routines to post-work recovery and rehabilitation.

James specialises in writing about horse health, grooming, recovery, and nutrition for the iRide EQ blog. His equine science background allows him to translate complex veterinary and nutritional concepts into clear, practical advice that everyday horse owners can apply. Whether he is explaining the latest research on joint supplements or walking readers through a grooming routine for coat health, James is committed to content that is both accurate and genuinely useful.

Based in Victoria, James remains active in the equestrian community and draws on his ongoing experience with horses to keep his writing relevant and evidence-based.

Areas of expertise:

• Horse health
• Grooming
• Recovery
• Nutrition
• Stable management

Our Editorial Standards

Every article published on the iRide EQ blog is reviewed for accuracy and clarity before it goes live. Our writers draw on their professional qualifications, practical experience, and reputable industry sources to ensure the information we publish is reliable and up to date. Product reviews are based on genuine testing and hands-on use, not manufacturer claims alone. We are committed to transparency, and we will update or correct our content whenever new information comes to light — because we know that horse owners rely on us to get it right.