About the Equestrian Category
The Equestrian category is assigned the unique ID 1031 and occupies the path Sporting Goods > Outdoor Recreation > Equestrian within the Google product taxonomy. This specific classification is essential for merchants selling gear and apparel intended for horse riding activities.
What Belongs in This Category
This category covers specialized equipment for riders and their horses. Examples from the US market include riding helmets, such as the Troxel Liberty or IRH Equi-Pro, which ensure safety during rides. It also includes functional apparel like ladies' riding tights, breeches with silicone grips, competitive show coats, mesh base layers, and specific field or jodhpur boots. Equestrian gloves and specialized horse bridles are also correctly categorized here.
What Does Not Belong Here
Products that do not fit here should be mapped to the most accurate neighbouring categories. For instance, items related to Camping & Hiking, Cycling, or Fishing have their own distinct paths. If you are selling general athletic wear that is not specifically designed for horse riding, it may belong in broader apparel categories. Avoid using this category for general sporting goods like golf clubs, skateboards, or water sports equipment, as these belong in their respective dedicated segments under the Outdoor Recreation parent category.
Choosing a Subcategory
Always prioritize using the most specific subcategory available, such as Horse Care, Horse Tack, or Riding Apparel & Accessories, rather than the parent Equestrian category to ensure optimal matching.
Implementation in Your Feed
Use the numeric ID 1031 or the full string Sporting Goods > Outdoor Recreation > Equestrian. Remember that for items categorized as apparel, you must provide color, size, gender, and age_group attributes for compliance.