With temperatures falling and weather conditions worsening around the country, USRider reminds equestrians to take extra precautions when traveling with horses.

USRider, the nationwide roadside assistance program for equestrians, provides emergency road service to its Members in all 48 states as well as Canada and Alaska. One of the favorite benefits among USRider Members is Winner’s Circle Advantage. Through this exclusive program, USRider Members have direct access to exclusive benefits. Six companies that participate in the benefits program are among the best in the country for horse trailer and vehicle accessories to use in preparing for this winter travel season.

DuraSafe designs and manufactures towing devices and locks for recreational adventures. Their products solve challenges and prevent frustrations, helping you enjoy hassle-free travels. For example, DuraSafe’s Couple-MateR is the perfect solution for hassles associated with hooking up a trailer. The product aligns the coupler directly over the tow ball, providing an easy hookup every time. The Couple-Mate can be used in daylight or dark and with any type of vehicle. For more information and to view a demonstration video, visit www.durasafelocks.com, or call (866) 544-5615. USRider Members receive a 10% discount on all DuraSafe products.

Nuera Transport knows that when you travel you can’t always count on good luck. With over 10,000 towing and trailer parts and accessories, Nuera Transport is among the nation’s leading supplier of trailer and towing parts and accessories, including Dexter axles, couplers and jacks, lighting, cargo control, braking systems and much more. USRider Members receive a 10% discount when ordering parts from Nuera Transport. Visit their e-com website at www.enueratransport.com. For those “hard to find parts,” call their Customer Success Department at (877) 294-7343 and tell them you are a USRider Member.

Have you ever had issues with your horse trailer’s lights or brakes? With its innovative electrical connection system for towing, EZ Connector saves you time and money while keeping you and your horses safely on the road. EZ Connector’s patented waterproof and corrosion-free design along with superior face-to-face spring-loaded brass contacts ensures a reliable, trouble-free connection. As a USRider Member, receive a free adapter ($30 value) for your trailer with the purchase of an adapter for your truck from EZ Connector. For more information, visit www.ezconnector.com or call (559) 686-5889.

Never worry about braking in hazardous conditions again. Pacbrake’s PRXB exhaust brake will improve the stopping power of your diesel truck and give you peace of mind while towing your precious cargo. The PRXB provides braking assistance by creating backpressure from the vehicle’s exhaust. The resulting backpressure safely slows the vehicle without damaging the engine and prevents wear on the service brakes. USRider Members receive $50 off the purchase of a PRXB kit. Call (800) 663-0096 for more product information or visit www.pacbrake.com.

If you’re looking for parts and service for your trailer, Trailer Marketing Inc. (TMI) can meet your needs. TMI provides horse and stock trailer parts, truck chrome, lights and accessories, towing equipment and accessories, load securement and cargo control and semi-trailer parts for aluminum and steel trailers. USRider Members receive a 5% discount on parts and labor for trailer service. Call (800) 637-1149 or visit  www.TrailerMarketingInc.com.

USRider provides roadside assistance and towing services along with other travel-related benefits to its Members through the Equestrian Motor Plan. It includes standard features such as flat-tire repair, battery assistance and lockout services, plus towing up to 100 miles plus roadside repairs for tow vehicles and trailers with horses, emergency stabling, veterinary referrals and more. For more information about the USRider Equestrian Motor Plan, visit www.usrider.org online or call (800) 844-1409.

For additional safety tips, visit the Equine Travel Safety Area on the USRider website at www.usrider.org.