The Start Box connects riders, horse lovers and equestrian families with some of the sport's most recognised names through personalised voice notes and video messages.
Whether it's encouragement before a big competition, celebrating a milestone, or creating a memory someone will never forget, every message is made personally by the rider you choose.
Browse our roster of elite riders, trainers and equestrian personalities. Each profile includes rider information, message options, availability and estimated turnaround times.
Choose between:
Complete a short request form with details about the person receiving the message. You can include:
The more personal the details, the more meaningful the message can feel.
All bookings are paid securely online through our platform.
Standard turnaround: approximately 7 days.
Need it sooner? Priority delivery is available on selected bookings for a faster turnaround where rider availability allows.
Your chosen rider records a personalised message specially for the recipient. The Start Box is designed to feel authentic and personal, so messages are often filmed:
No scripts. No studio setups. Just genuine moments from the riders people admire most.
Once completed, your personalised message will be delivered digitally via email. You can:
You'll receive a private link by email when the message is ready. From there you can download, save and share it.
Yes. Once delivered, the message is yours to download and keep — no expiry.
Yes. The booking form invites you to share names, the occasion, the horse, and anything you'd love the rider to weave in.
We'll contact you and arrange either a full refund or, if you'd like, a re-assignment to another rider you choose.
Personalised messages are recorded specifically for you and are non-refundable once produced. Before recording starts, we'll always work with you to make it right.
Because some moments in this sport stay with people forever.
The first event.
The championship qualification.
The comeback after a fall.
The horse of a lifetime.
The nerves before the start box.
Sometimes a few words from the right person can mean everything.