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In horse racing, a jockey is a professional athlete licensed to ride horses in flat or steeplechase (jump) racing. Far from being passive passengers, jockeys operate at near-maximal physiological capacities in one of the world's most dangerous occupations.

When a field of 12 horses enters a tight turn at 35 mph, the jockey is subjected to 3 to 4 Gs of lateral force. To avoid sliding off, they must balance on the iron stirrups—which are only two inches wide—with the strength of their inner thighs.

A jockey's clothing and equipment serve two primary purposes: identification and safety. Silks (Jockey Owners' Colors)

Use Speed Jockey (gas) to get into position and Standard Jockey (brake) once you are close to stabilize and react to changes in direction.

: Strict height (typically under 168cm) and weight (often under 49kg) limits apply because excess weight slows down the racehorse .

In 1910, the company introduced the "Kenosha Klosed Krotch." This design modified the traditional union suit by replacing the uncomfortable, gaping button flaps at the back with two overlapping fabric panels. It was an instant commercial success, establishing the company’s reputation as a forward-thinking utility brand. The Invention of the Brief

For safety, the is mandatory and is often covered with a matching "cap," while goggles protect the eyes from flying mud. Modern jockeys must also wear a rigid body protector vest to absorb the impact of a fall, often pairing this with an undershirt (or "base layer") to regulate body temperature.

For decades, the profession was a boys' club. The belief was that women lacked the upper body strength to "rate" a fractious horse. Julie Krone shattered that myth.