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How to Clean and Care for Your Saddle

How to Clean and Care for Your Saddle

Michelle Drum

Your saddle is an investment that should last for years with proper care and maintenance. Every time you ride, your saddle is exposed to dirt, sweat, and the elements. The...

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How to Clean and Care for Your Saddle

Michelle Drum

Your saddle is an investment that should last for years with proper care and maintenance. Every time you ride, your saddle is exposed to dirt, sweat, and the elements. The...

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horse grazing on grass

Equestrian’s Guide to Horse Feed and Nutrition

Michelle Drum

Your horse’s nutrition has a significant effect on its health. You have many options available for horse feed and nutrition, and it can be confusing to know exactly what your...

Equestrian’s Guide to Horse Feed and Nutrition

Michelle Drum

Your horse’s nutrition has a significant effect on its health. You have many options available for horse feed and nutrition, and it can be confusing to know exactly what your...

Grooming horse with a Curry Brush

The Rider's Guide to Horse Grooming Supplies

Michelle Drum

The wide range of horse grooming supplies available to assist you with this important task can be overwhelming. But don’t worry, we’ve got you! This guide tells you all you need to...

The Rider's Guide to Horse Grooming Supplies

Michelle Drum

The wide range of horse grooming supplies available to assist you with this important task can be overwhelming. But don’t worry, we’ve got you! This guide tells you all you need to...

Samshield Helmet Size, Fit, and Style Guide

Samshield Helmet Size, Fit, and Style Guide

Michelle Drum

Finding a well-fitted, safe, and comfortable helmet for horse riding is vital. We're exploring Samshield Helmet Size, Fit, and Style so you can get the perfect helmet.

Samshield Helmet Size, Fit, and Style Guide

Michelle Drum

Finding a well-fitted, safe, and comfortable helmet for horse riding is vital. We're exploring Samshield Helmet Size, Fit, and Style so you can get the perfect helmet.

How To: Put Together An English Bridle

How To: Put Together An English Bridle

Lizzie Lengling

Another great question we get all the time is “How do I put my bridle together? I just cleaned it and have NO idea how to put it back together!” So...

How To: Put Together An English Bridle

Lizzie Lengling

Another great question we get all the time is “How do I put my bridle together? I just cleaned it and have NO idea how to put it back together!” So...

How to Wrap Your Horse's Legs

How To: Use Standing Wraps For Your Horse

Lizzie Lengling

We get so many questions about standing wraps, what they are, when to use one, how to apply one properly, and what types are best. So we decided to make...

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How To: Use Standing Wraps For Your Horse

Lizzie Lengling

We get so many questions about standing wraps, what they are, when to use one, how to apply one properly, and what types are best. So we decided to make...

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How to put on garter straps

How To: Put on Jodhpur Garter Straps

Lizzie Lengling

We get a lot of first time and young riders in the store on any given day. They are some of my favorite customers because the excitement and joy in...

How To: Put on Jodhpur Garter Straps

Lizzie Lengling

We get a lot of first time and young riders in the store on any given day. They are some of my favorite customers because the excitement and joy in...

How To: Put Spur Straps On Your Spurs

How To: Put Spur Straps On Your Spurs

Lizzie Lengling

One question we often get is along the lines of “How do I put these spur straps on my new spurs??”, “What side does the buckle go on?”, or  “Is...

How To: Put Spur Straps On Your Spurs

Lizzie Lengling

One question we often get is along the lines of “How do I put these spur straps on my new spurs??”, “What side does the buckle go on?”, or  “Is...

horse with snaffle bit

What is a Snaffle Bit? (And How to Use One)

Michelle Drum

Riders use many techniques and tools to communicate with their horse. The bit plays a key role in the communication process. Riders can choose from a variety of horse bit...

What is a Snaffle Bit? (And How to Use One)

Michelle Drum

Riders use many techniques and tools to communicate with their horse. The bit plays a key role in the communication process. Riders can choose from a variety of horse bit...

girl riding horse with sunset in background

Essential Horse Riding Gear for Beginners

Michelle Drum

It’s easy to geek out on gear when you first start horseback riding. There are so many fun things to purchase! But if you’re new to riding, there are really...

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Essential Horse Riding Gear for Beginners

Michelle Drum

It’s easy to geek out on gear when you first start horseback riding. There are so many fun things to purchase! But if you’re new to riding, there are really...

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English Horse Bits

How to Choose an English Horse Bit

Michelle Drum

A horse bit is an important device a rider uses to communicate with their horse. Selecting the right bit is a balance of comfort for the horse with the right...

How to Choose an English Horse Bit

Michelle Drum

A horse bit is an important device a rider uses to communicate with their horse. Selecting the right bit is a balance of comfort for the horse with the right...