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SEO consultant at La Refonte
Ilan Lemos de Abreu supports Smart Wag’s editorial strategy and organic visibility. In the journal, he structures documented, accessible guides about choosing, fitting and caring for leather equestrian equipment.
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published articles
Areas of expertise
Journal
Snaffle bridle, noseband, saddle, girth, saddle pad: the tack-fitting checklist to run through before every session. A field method by Smart Wag.
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How to choose and fit a pony snaffle bridle, from the Shetland to the D pony: sizes, morphology, pressure points and materials.
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How much a rider spends in France, priority items, new vs second-hand: 2026 equestrian equipment budget guide by Smart Wag craftsmen.
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Tanning, full grain, aniline, hot stuffed leather: understand equestrian leather finishes and choose the right piece for your discipline.
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Second-hand bridle, harness, helmet or waistcoat: legal framework, practical checks and warning signs for buying without being ripped off.
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Intra-breed variations, asymmetries, morphological evolution: why breed does not help choose equipment.
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FFE/FEI 2026 Regulations, saddle biomechanics, connected innovations, maintenance: all dressage equipment decoded by Smart Wag artisans.
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EN 1384:2023 standards, the paradox of unregulated bridlework, 2024 case law and 2026 innovations: a complete guide to equestrian safety.
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How to choose the right bridle bag for your tack? Materials, ventilation, dimensions and care: the full Smart Wag guide.
Read the articleUnderstand horse biomechanics to choose the right bridle, halter and saddle. Scientific data and 2026 innovations.
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Step-by-step guide to caring for riding leather: glycerine soap, grease, balm. Seasonal calendar and leather vs synthetic.
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Choose the right headpiece, bit and fit, with a Basel, New Soul and Exclusif comparison for each Western discipline.
Read the articleComprehensive guide to equipping rider and horse for trekking. Saddles, tack, saddlebags and a departure checklist.
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Horse Reins: Types, Materials, Sizes and Martingales. Expert guide to choosing and maintaining your reins according to your discipline.
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