So I have my first show this weekend. What's the best way to do a bun/ how to do your hair?

I have pretty long thick hair as well. What I do is tie my hair in a low ponytail, then put it in a bun using quite a few hairpins. Then once I know its secure I put the hair net over the bun and tie the hairnet in place with an elastic band.

My sister dances so I'll see what she has.

https://www.doversaddlery.com/hair-net-bun-cover/p/X1-36217/

Depends what you're doing. Western it's okay to put your hair in a bun, jumpers you can have your hair up in a helmet or in a ponytail or a bun, but hunters it should really be up in your helmet.

I used to just chuck it in a braid. It's simple, neat, and it stays all day.

Army Soldier & Equestrian - My hair is in a bun every single day. I usually wet my hair, either from a shower or wet the roots in the sink. Put your hair in a ponytail that will clear your helmet, so it will need to be lower on your head, but not too low where if you look up it hits your next. I use a "sock bun" or a false bun that's shaped like a donut, and put that over the ponytail, but if you have thick hair, just braid it, and wrap it around to form the bun. Then, I use lots and lots of gel and/or hairspray.

If you want to put your hair up on your helmet (which is what I do for hunter/jumpers, as it's the norm there) and have thick/long hair, use 2 hairnets!! Put one over normally, and tie your hair in a ponytail grabbing some of the hairnet. Then finesse all of your hair on top of your head, and put the other hairnet on over it, so your hair is captured inside of it lol. That way when you put your helmet on, no hairs are astray, and there's no hassle! It always looks neat, tidy, and professional. I have looong hair (down to my waist-ish) and have been doing this for years, just like many other long haired riders I know. It's foolproof! Best of luck with your hair and your show!

Thanks all,

Well done ^_^ there are some good photos of you and Sitka on the photographers page :)