Why Troxel

Troxel's history of innovation includes these firsts in the equestrian market:

• First to introduce an ASTM approved equestrian helmets in 1992.
• First to develop ventilated, light-weight, certified schooling and show helmets.
• First to introduce "All Trails style" certified helmets for Trail and Western riders.
• First to introduce a helmet fit system.
• First to introduce the patented Flipfold™ headliner fit system
• First to offer the patented Phantom Flow™ ventilation system in show helmets.
• First to introduce helmet accident replacement program.
• First to introduce leather covered Trail and Western helmets
• First to offer removable washable headliners.
• First to make All-Trials equestrian helmet (Dakota).
• First to develop metal side-glide retention ring adjustments (patented Garcia™ ring)
• First to introduce advanced materials including rubberized paint coverings (Duratec™), and carbon-fiber.

This remarkable record is supported by ongoing, active attention to advances in head protection technology. Learn more

Since 1992, Troxel has been providing USA leadership toward reducing equestrian related head injuries and deaths. Troxel is the world's leading provider of certified helmets for performance, schooling and recreational riding. Located in San Diego, California, Troxel has proven its unique public health dedication by offering only ASTM approved equestrian helmets.

Troxel has placed over 3 million helmets into the equestrian market led by its founder and Chairman, Richard Timms, MD. Dr. Timms' background as a specialist in critical care, and as a research professor at The Scripps Institute and University of California, provides the foundation for Troxel's advanced research and innovative products.

Dr. Timms has served on the board of the National Brain Injury Association, and was an expert consultant to the State of California Department of Public Health on all injury monitoring and prevention efforts. Today, Dr. Timms is a member of the ASTM committee on head protection and personally directs Troxel's research and development efforts.

Learn more about Troxel's Influence on the Helmet Industry

After producing superior equestrian schooling helmets for some years, and studying statistics on horse related head injuries, Troxel realized that the number of people using helmets in Western and Trail riding was significantly lower than with English riders.

Troxel is the first company to put their research and development team to work for the Western and Trail riders out there. With the introduction of the Dakota "All Trials" helmet, Troxel was the first to offer helmets to the Trail & Western rider. This helmet set the stage for the Sierra and Cheyenne helmets. Troxel is still the only helmet manufacturer supporting Trail, Western, and English riders with a comprehensive line of entry level and high-end safety helmets.